Our Physical Therapists
Meet our physical therapists:
- Michelle Black
- Amy W. Engelsman MS, PT, SCS
- Madeline Fetzko, OTRL/ Hand Therapist
- Julie Ann Hibner, DPT
- Rebecca Hibner
- Brian Hodge, MS, PT
- Patrick "Packy" Kennelly MS, PT, FAFS
- Holly Kreisle, MS PT
- Marwan Kublawi
- James C. Metivier PT, DPT
- Beth Anne Elliott O'Donoghue, MPT
- Alan Ryder, PTA
- Sarah Wilson MSOTR/L, CHT
Michelle Black, MSPT
Michelle graduated magna cum laude from Howard University in 1989, with a B.S. degree in Physical Therapy. She has practiced in a variety of clinic settings since graduation but specifically in orthopedics and sports medicine since 1998. She has continued to expand her knowledge through yearly, continuing education courses and conferences.
She currently treats a wide range of orthopedic conditions but takes a special interest in the treatment of shoulder, knee and ankle injuries. Her treatment approach includes the incorporation of manual techniques, exercise, functional training and patient education in order to accomplish rehabilitation goals of return to sport and/or activity. She also emphasizes patient understanding of their condition, intervention rationale and injury prevention education.
Amy W. Engelsman MS, PT, SCS
Amy graduated from Bowdoin College with a BA in 1986 and from Duke University in 1988 with a Masters in Physical Therapy. She has been practicing in outpatient orthopedic and sports settings since graduation, treating professional, high school, collegiate, and recreational athletes. She is Board Certified in Sports Physical Therapy by the American Physical Therapy Association.
Amy’s areas of specialty include treatment of shoulder, knee, foot and ankle injuries. Her treatment philosophy emphasizes the use of manual therapy, exercise, and posture re-education.
Madeline Fetzko, OTRL/ Hand Therapist
Madeline has been a licensed Occupational Therapist since 1981. She graduated from Utica College of Syracuse University with a BS in OT. Madeline has worked upstate NY for twenty four years before relocating to Maryland in 2006.
Her previous experience includes burn and trauma patients, work hardening and pediatrics. She has been doing hand therapy throughout these twenty nine years of work experience.
Madeline also volunteers in Haiti doing medical mission and humanitarian work.
Julie Ann Hibner, DPT
Julie Hibner graduated from the University at Buffalo with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She has been practicing in outpatient orthopedic and sports settings since graduation.
Her interest in sports medicine started when she worked with high school athletes helping to treat and prevent injuries, and was solidified while playing Division 1 softball for the University at Buffalo softball team.
Julie treats a wide range of orthopedic conditions and enjoys continuing her education by attending courses and conferences.
Her philosophy includes a treatment that is designed specifically for you based on your unique situation, needs and goals. Her aim is to restore your highest level of function and get you back to living a full and active life. When you are ready for discharge, you will be given a personalized home exercise program to help you stay healthy, further enhance your rehabilitation outcome, and prevent the possibility of future re-injury.
Becky graduated from Youngstown State University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She is an Oregon native who enjoys an active lifestyle that includes hiking, camping, running, and traveling. Becky has focused her practice in Sports Medicine and orthopedics since graduation. She continues her education by attending courses focused on the most recent research on orthopedic conditions and the gold standard of their rehabilitation.
Her philosophy for treatment includes using applied knowledge and understanding of the human body and the way it moves along with a hands on approach to help patients increase mobility and function, while decreasing their pain. Her aim is to not only treat the injury, but to teach preventative and maintenance techniques to avoid more pain or another injury that could limit activity. She aims to provide comprehensive treatment by focusing on the individual and using a problem solving approach. She strives to empower patients to have an active role in their own recovery.
Brian graduated from Virginia Tech with a BS degree in exercise science. While at Virginia Tech, he worked with the athletic teams to gain his first experience in rehab and sports medicine. Brian continued his education at Marymount University where he obtained a Masters in Physical Therapy. Since finishing his graduate work in 1999, he has worked in orthopaedics and sports medicine facilities in the D.C. metropolitan area. Brian joined our practice in April of 2005.
Patrick "Packy" Kennelly MS PT FAFS
In 2007, Packy completed the Fellowship in Applied Functional Science with the Gray Institute in Adrian, Michigan. Applied Functional Science is the use of the truths of human function to drive human performance, not a limiting philosophy.
Patients are educated in the function of soft tissues as they relate and inter-relate to joint function. Exercises are home-workable, and will meet your specific needs. Your last visit will include a DVD of you performing your home program.
Packy’s education includes: Good Counsel High School, 1982, Providence College BS 1986, Marymount University, MS Physical Therapy 1999.
Holly Kreisle, MS PT
Holly earned her Master's degree in Physical Therapy in June of 2000 from Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale , FL. Prior to becoming a physical therapist, Holly gained valuable experience in the varsity training room at Emory University . During that time, she was also a student athlete playing basketball for the women's varsity team while earning her degree. Holly worked closely with the team physician's and trainer's from 1993-1997, which gave her invaluable training.
Since graduating from PT school, she has worked in an outpatient setting treating a diverse population of orthopedic clients. Holly has continued her education through course work in Maitland techniques, strength and conditioning courses and running clinics. Holly incorporates manual therapy with exercise, emphasizing home exercise and maintenance programs individualized for each client.
Marwan Kublawi
Marwan Kublawi, MSPT, COMT, FAAOMPT received his physical therapy degree from Marymount University in 1999. He completed the Kaiser Hayward Fellowship in Advanced Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy in 2007 and became a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy (FAAOMPT) in 2008. Since 2003, Marwan has been an adjunct faculty member at Marymount University’s physical therapy program and is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Science degree (ScD) in orthopedics from Texas Tech University.
J.C. graduated from the University of Maryland with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy. He has focused his practice on orthopedics and sports medicine since graduation. J.C. has taken a number of courses with the Institute of Physical Art focusing on functional manual therapy. J.C. has taken a majority of his coursework on treatment of back and neck pain and utilizes a mix of osteopathic technique and soft-tissue mobilization. He also has an interest in the shoulder and foot/ankle pathology. J.C. is currently seeking Board Certification in Orthopedics by the American Physical Therapy Association.
J.C. believes in working with the patient to facilitate independence with a comprehensive home exercise program to allow patients to take control of their pain.
J.C. is a former college lacrosse player and still plays in the Baltimore/Washington area. He also enjoys cycling and skiing / snowboarding.
Beth Anne Elliott O'Donoghue, MPT
Beth Anne received her Masters of Physical Therapy from Emory University in 1995. She has been practicing orthopedic physical therapy in the Washington, DC area since. She has continued her education though conferences, course work, group study and volunteering on the medical team for several local athletic events.
Beth Anne treats all general orthopedic conditions and has interest in shoulder, knee and ankle dysfunction. She has a treatment approach that includes: Evaluation, manual (hands on) work, exercise and functional training to return to sports or activities. She emphasizes home program development and self care techniques as an adjunct to Physical Therapy. She uses many types of Manual Physical Therapy techniques to develop each patient’s program including: Maitland, Strain Counter Strain, Muscle Energy, Principles of Manual Medicine and Paris Techniques.
Alan Ryder, PTA
Alan graduated in 1989 from Cortland State College in New York with a BS in Physical Education and Exercise Science. He later earned an AS as a Physical Therapy Assistant from Cerritos College in Los Angeles , and was licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in 1992.
Alan has 16 years of experience in Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapy. He has a wide range of Orthopaedic PT experience, particularly with the shoulder, knee and foot/ankle. Some of his recent coursework includes Functional Transformation with Gary Gray, PT, and Running Medicine at UVA. He believes in using highly functional and sport-specific therapeutic exercise programs for quicker recoveries and long-term results. He also serves as a sport orthotic specialist at SMARTherapy. In his spare time, Alan is an avid triathlete and enjoys traveling with his family.
Sarah Wilson MSOTR/L, CHT
Sarah has been a licensed Occupational Therapist since June 2001 and a Certified Lymphedema Therapist since 2005. Sarah specializes in Rehabilitation of hand, wrist, and elbow.
Hand therapists are occupational therapists or physical therapists who have extra training and experience and specialized knowledge of upper extremity function. Using specialized skills in assessment and treatment, hand therapists work with their clients to prevent injury or impairment, restore functional activity, and enhance participation in daily life.
Certified lymphedema therapists can be physical therapists, occupational therapists, physicians, chiropractors, nurses, or massage therapists who have undergone specialized training in the treatment of lymphedema. Sarah was trained by Klose Training & Consulting, LLC.
Sarah Wilson’s background includes:
- Bachelors of Health Science Degree from College Misericordia in Dallas, PA
- Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy from College Misericordia in Dallas, PA.
- Prior to working for SMARTherapy Sarah worked at George Washington University Hospital Outpatient Center for 3 years focusing primarily on Upper Extremity Rehabilitation.
To make an appointment with one of our physical therapists, please call (301) 951-8593.
