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Bruce J. Snell, MS, PT, SCS, ATC
Robert Ghent, PT
Gretchen M. Hull, PT, OCS
Lisa Verzi, DPT
Troy Lindstrom, DPT, SCS, ATC
Lindsay Belcher, DPT
Brian Marrs, DPT, CSCS
David Andrews, ATC
Craig Armstrong, PTA
Anna Neil, PTA
Tim Rubottom, ATC
Steve Tollan, CSCS
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Jill Ghent, DPT, ATC
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Erin Duffy, OTR/L, CHT
Cathy Elvins, OTR/L,
CHT
Brian
Chase, MOTR/L
Stephanie Bric, OTR/L
Stephanie Tollan,
OTR/L
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| Education:
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Masters of Science in Physical Therapy - Indianapolis
University 1982
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - University of Washington 1980
Certified Athletic Trainer – National 1981
Specialist – Board Certified Sports Clinical ’88 & ‘96
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| Memberships: |
Sports Section - American Physical
Therapy Association
National Athletic Trainers Association
Pierce County Medicical Society, Chairman of Sports Medicine Committee
1991-1993 |
| Professional: |
Trainer: Olympic Games, Sydney Australia ‘00
Trainer: Soccer World Cup, Seoul Korea ‘02
Trainer: Soccer World Cup, Germany '06
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| Presentations: |
World Cup Symposium on Sports Medicine
of Soccer
Shoulder Course
Prevention and Care of Sports Injuries
Biomechanics of the Forearm. Wrist & Hand
Proactive Approach to Musculoskeletal Injury and Degeneration |
| Interest in P.T.: |
Sports Medicine
Athletic Rehabilitation
Shoulder Rehabilitation Issues
ACL Injuries in Women Athletes
Care and Prevention of Soccer Injuries
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| Hobbies: |
Family Activities, Water Skiing, Soccer
Coach |
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| Education:
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Master in Physical Therapy - Slippery Rock
University 1992
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| Memberships: |
American Physical Therapy Association |
Educational
Courses:
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NDT Trained, Advanced Education in
Wheelchair Seating and Positioning
Continuing Education in SCI, General Orthopedics and
Neurological Rehabilitation
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| Presentations: |
Part-Time Clinical Instructor -
University of Puget Sound 1999-2001 |
| Interest in P.T.: |
Neurological Rehabilitation
Wheelchair Seating and Positioning
SCI Rehabilitation
Multi-trauma Orthopedics
Post Operative Rehabilitation |
| Hobbies: |
Home remodeling, reading, working out,
spending time with family
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| Education:
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Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy - University of Montana
1984 Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
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| Memberships: |
American Physical Therapy Association
Orthopedic Section APTA
Washington State Physical Therapy Association |
Educational
Courses:
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Diagnosis and Treatment of Movement
Impairment of the Upper Quarter
Muscle Energy Course for the Treatment of the Spine, Pelvis and Ribs
Soft Tissue Mobilization and Myofascial Release Techniques
The Jones Institute for Strain/Counterstrain Techniques
McConnell Approach to the Problem Shoulder
When the Foot Hits the Ground, Everything Changes
Functional Orthopedics
McKenzie Approach for the Spine
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| Interest in P.T.: |
Musculoskeletal Disorders of the Spine
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation Sports Rehabilitation |
| Hobbies: |
Running, hiking, skiing and reading
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| Education: |
Doctor of Physical Therapy - University of Puget Sound 2005 Bachelors
of Science in Exercise Science - Bloomsburg University 2002
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| Memberships: |
American Physical Therapy Association
Orthopedic Section
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Educational
Courses:
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North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy Level I
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| Presentations: |
Effect of Perceived Psychogenic Stress on Pain
Intensity for Timing of Increased Pain Episodes in a Patient with
Chronic Pelvic Pain
APTA Combined Section Meetings
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| Interest in P.T.: |
Orthopedics
Sports Medicine
Manual Therapy
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| Hobbies: |
Running, snowboarding, outdoor activities
and spending time with my dog
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| Education:
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Doctor of Physical Therapy - University of Puget Sound 2002
Bachelor of Science in Physical Education - University of Puget
Sound 1999
Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist, 2006
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| Memberships: |
Sports Physical Therapy Section APTA
Washington State Physical Therapy Association
American Physical Therapy Association
National Athletic Trainers Association |
Educational
Courses:
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Evaluation and Treatment of the Shoulder
Courses: Treatment of the Lumbar Complex
Treatment of the Foot and Ankle
Orthotics and Biomechanics of Human Gait
Mechanical Differential Assessment
Knee Risk Injury Screening
Upper Extremity Functional Rehabilitation
Head & Neck Injuries in Sports
Treating the Adolescent Thrower
The Growing Athlete – The Lumbar Spine |
| Interest in P.T.: |
Orthotic Casting and Fitting
Providing High School Athletic Training
Foot and Ankle Evaluation and Treatment
Functional and Sports Rehabilitation |
| Hobbies: |
Golf, Travel, Outdoor Activities,
Running, and is an avid Husky, Seahawks and Mariner Fan |
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| Education: |
Doctor of Physical Therapy - University
of Puget Sound 2006
Bachelor of Science in Biology - Black Hills State University 2002
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| Memberships: |
American Physical Therapy Association
Orthopedic Section APTA
Physical Therapy Associaton of Washington
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| Presentations: |
Reliability and Validity of Inclinometers in Canines |
Educational
Courses:
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Gait Analysis and Synthesis
North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy Level I
Treatment of the Lumbar Complex
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| Interest in P.T.: |
Orthopedics Sports Medicine Women's Health
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| Hobbies: |
Running, mountain biking, skiing, outdoor activities,
reading and spending time with family and friends. |
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| Education: |
BS Molecular Biology - University of Washington 2002
Doctor of Physical Therapy - University of Puget Sound 2007
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
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| Memberships: |
American Physical Therapy Association
Sports Physical Therapy & Orthopaedic Section Section APTA
National Strength and Conditioning Association |
| Presentations: |
Effect of Drum Corps-style Snare Performance on Resting Wrist
Extensor Muscle Tone - Performing Arts Medicine Association Aspen
Symposium 2007
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Educational
Courses:
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Diagnosis and Treatment of Movement
Courses: System Impairment
Syndromes, presented by Shirley Sahrmann '07
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| Interest in P.T.: |
Sports injury rehabilitation, Orthopedic Manual
Therapy, Musician injury
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| Hobbies: |
Hiking, Golfing, Music (playing and listening),
Lacrosse, Reading, College Football and
spending time with friends and family.
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| Education:
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Bachelor of Science in Physical Education & Sports
Medicine - Washington State University 1984
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| Memberships: |
National Athletic Trainers Association
Certified Examiner for Clinical Boards Exam 1999 – Present
Washington State Athletic Trainers Association
Northwest Athletic Trainers Association
United States Olympic Committee
Sports Medicine Society
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| Professional: |
2005 Men's National Team Athletic Trainier
World Cup 2002 South Korea
World Cup 2006 Germany
Olympic & Youth National Soccer Teams 1992 – Present
Head Athletic Trainer, Gig Harbor High School 2000 – Present
Head Athletic Trainer, Seattle Sounders Professional Soccer 1994
– 1996
Head Athletic Trainer, Tacoma Stars Indoor Soccer 1989 – 1993
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Soccerfair 2001, Management of Head Injuries
WIAA medical certification, Sports Medicine
WIAA medical certification, The Injured Knee
Kent Youth Soccer Assoc. Medical Update
National Ski Patrol NW Chapter "Ski with the Knee" 2005
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| Interest in P.T.: |
Injury prevention in Sports Medicine
Interest in P.T.: Orthotic care of lower extremity pathologies
Strength and Agility Training |
| Hobbies: |
Camping with Family, skiing, outdoor
activities, motorcycling and coaching soccer |
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| Education:
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Bachelors Degree in Education - Indiana University 1990
Associates Degree in Science - University of Indianapolis 1998
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| Memberships: |
American Physical Therapy Association
Orthopedic Special Interest Group APTA |
Educational
Courses:
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Current Concepts for Knee and Shoulder
Biomechanics of Rehab of the Knee – Hands on Approach
Perform Better Seminar – Functional Training
Perform Better Seminar – Balance and Shoulder Strengthening McConnell
Taping Techniques for the Shoulder
Managing Challenging Back Patients
Introduction to the Knee
Introduction to the Ankle and Foot
Recent Advances in the Evaluation and Treatment of the Shoulder and Knee |
| Interest in P.T.: |
Sports Rehabilitation
General Orthopedics
Work Related Injuries
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| Hobbies: |
Volleyball, Basketball, Golf, Softball
and Spending time with Family |
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| Education:
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Bachelor of Science in Physical Education - Pacific
Lutheran University 1992
A.A. in Physical Therapy - Community College 1996
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| Memberships: |
American Physical Therapy Association
Physical Therapy Washington Association
PTWA Legislative Committee
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Educational
Courses:
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Yogafit
Pilates
Perform Better Seminar
Disorders of the Knee
Mulligan Concept: Lower Quadrant
The Running Course |
| Honors: |
WA State PTA of the Year Award 2000
All-American Track and Field |
| Hobbies: |
Running & Fitness, Jewelry making
& design
Coaching track and field and Scrap booking |
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| Education:
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Masters Degree in Sports Medicine - US Sports Academy
1990
Bachelors Degree in Physical Education - Los Angeles Baptist College
1977
Certified Athletic Trainer
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| Memberships: |
National Athletic Trainers Association
NW Athletic Trainers Association
Washington State Athletic Trainers Association |
| Professional: |
Head Athletic Trainer – Charles Wright
Academy 1989 – Present |
Educational
Courses:
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Athletic Injuries of the Head and Neck
NWATA Clinical Symposium
Focus on the Lower Back
Current Concepts on the Athletes Shoulder
Advances in Knee and Shoulder Rehabilitation
Big Sky Sports Medicine Conference
Advanced Concepts in Examination and Treatment of the Shoulder Complex |
| Interest in P.T.: |
Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Athletic Training |
| Hobbies: |
Sports, Outdoor Recreation, Travel,
Reading, Music, and Church Activities |
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| Education:
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Bachelors Degree in Exercise Physiology - Western
Washington University 1987 Certified Strength and Conditioning
Specialist - CSCS 1997
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Memberships:
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National Strength & Conditioning
Association National “C” License Soccer Coach |
| Professional: |
Speed and Agility Consultant to:
University of Puget Sound Men’s Soccer
Pacific Lutheran University Men’s Soccer
FC United Boys Premier Soccer Team
FC Royals Girls Premier Soccer Team
Owner of Tollan Sports Training Systems |
| Educational
Courses: |
National Strength and Conditioning
Conference 2005
Courses: National Strength and Conditioning Conference 2004
Functional Training “Breaking the Bonds of Traditionalism” 2002
Sport Specific Conference for Football and Baseball 2001 First to the
Ball with Vern Gambetta
Strength and Conditioning Level 1
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| Presentations: |
Washington State 2001 Soccer Fair –
Speed and Agility for the Serious Soccer Player |
Areas of Specialty
in P.T.: |
Sports Rehabilitation – High Level
Functional Activities for the return to sports |
| Hobbies: |
Soccer, Running, Coaching Soccer, Golf,
and Director of Speed and Agility Camps |
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