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Find and register a course Dr. Bruce Franke Faculty & Clinical Instructor Bruce A Franke Jr DScPT, OCS, COMT, MTC, FAAOMPT, received his PT degree from the College of St. Scholastica, in Duluth MN in 1987. In 2002, Bruce became a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy (FAAOMPT). Bruce graduated with his DSc from Andrews University in 2016. Bruce has enjoyed conducting clinical research and has presented at multiple national and international conferences including the World Congress for Low Back and Pelvic Girdle Pain in Barcelona, Spain (2007); Singapore (2016); and Antwerp, Belgium (2019); and at the World Congress of Orthopaedics (WCOR) in Xian, China (2015) and Seoul, South Korea (2016).Bruce instructed as adjunct faculty in the Evidence-Based Practice course with the College of St. Scholastica (Duluth, MN) Bruce has also enjoyed providing residency, fellowship, and instructing courses in manual therapy and therapeutic exercise in his private practice, Desert Palms Physical Therapy, Movement and Yoga Studio, in Tucson AZ. Many months of the year, Bruce is also continually inspired with his NGO volunteer teaching and mentoring of physical therapists in SE Asia. ​ Brucef@DesertPalmsPT.com ​ Learn about Mentorship View Others

Find and register a course Dr. Erl Pettman Founder & Senior Faculty Erl Pettman DScPT, FCAMPT, has been teaching Orthopedic Manual Therapy(OMT) since 1977. He is founder, senior faculty, and lead examiner for ASPIRE OMT. Erl serves as an adjunct professor in the post-professional DSc Program at Andrews University in Berrien Springs, MI. He has owned two clinics, and founded two OMT institutes. His contributions to world of manual therapy include many presented papers and articles, as well as his book Manipulative Thrust Techniques. info@aspireomt.com ​ Learn about Mentorship View Others

Find and register a course Dr. Cameron Gomez Clinical Instructor & Faculty-In-Training CAMERON L. GOMEZ PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT, Lac. Cameron graduated with honors from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons with a DPT 2008. In 2014, Cameron obtained his COMT, and in 2017, Cameron became a Fellow in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists. Cameron also went on to obtained a Master of Science in Acupuncture from the Tri-State College of Acupuncture in 2018. Cameron founded Cameron Gomez Physical Therapy & Acupuncture, and works on-site with the New York City Ballet and the School of American Ballet. His former career as a professional ballet dancer fuels his ongoing passion for helping dancers to achieve and maintain their optimal health and performance levels. In addition to his clinical work, Cameron is adjunct faculty at Columbia University Program in Physical Therapy, where he teaches two elective courses, one in dance medicine and the other on the rehabilitation of foot & ankle injuries. In his spare time, Cameron enjoys spending time with his partner, playing with his family of fur-babies, lifting weights at the gym, running, traveling to tropical islands, surfing, and scuba diving. clg74@cumc.columbia.edu ​ Learn about Mentorship View Others

Find and register a course Dr. Desirée Parham Clinical Instructor Desiree Parham, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT, graduated from the University of Washington school of Business in 2004 and then went on to the DPT program there and graduated in 2007. She actively pursued manual therapy training with NAIOMT and finished her fellowship in 2014. She is a certified orthopedic specialist (OCS) and trained in ConnectTherapy(TM) in 2017-2018. She enjoys working with patients of all ability levels and conditions and also specializes in treating hypermobility, EDS, performing artists, TMD, orthotics, and breathing (Postural Respiration Institute). desiree@structurephysicaltherapy.com ​ Learn about Mentorship View Others

Find and register a course Dr. David Musnick, M.D. Specialty Course Faculty ​David Musnick MD is board certified in Sports Medicine, Internal Medicine and Functional Medicine. He has been faculty at Andrews University since 2000 where he teaches Module 2 of Frequency Specific Microcurrent. Dr. Musnick has been in practice in Bellevue WA for 30 years at Peak Medicine- www.peakmedicine.com He has taught Physical Therapists Medical Screening, Functional Medicine and Chronic Pain material for 20 years. He has taken up to level 3 NAIOMT courses. He has developed the Functional medicine Approach to Pain Management as well as the Functional Medicine Approach to Traumatic Brain Injury and Concussion. Dr. Musnick is an expert in Nutrition, Sleep Medicine, Chronic Pain Management, IBS, SIBO, Hypermobility, Prolotherapy, Autoimmune Disease, Fibromyalgia, Viral illness and Immune Function. His teaching is packed with information as well as new and functional methods of analysis. He is also an expert in Frequency Specific Microcurrent to treat the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nervous system as well as disc, muscle and facet disorders. Dr. Musnick has written numerous book chapters including but not limited to: An Integrated Approach to Healing Concussion in Integrative Neurology Oxford University Press 2020, Tendinopathy in Metabolic Therapies in Orthopedics, and Osteoarthritis in Metabolic Therapies in Orthopedics. drm@peakmedicine.com ​ Learn about Mentorship View Others

Find and register a course Dr. Gail Elliott Clinical Instructor Gail Elliott DScPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT, received her Bachelors in Physical Therapy from Northwestern University in 1980. Her Masters in Orthopedic Physical Therapy from University of Indianapolis in 1993. She completed her DSc at Andrews University in 2020. She Received her FAAOMPT in 2016. She is the Director of the Postprofessional Program at Andrews University where she is also an Associate Professor at Andrews teaching in the DPT program. Physical Therapy and Manual Therapy in particular have been a passion for many years. She particularly enjoys teaching and mentoring students. Her relaxation time is spent reading, boating, camping, and traveling with family. ​ ​ Learn about Mentorship View Others

Find and register a course Dr. Stacy Soappman Faculty & Clinical Instructor Stacy Soappman, PT, DSc, FAAOMPT, graduated from Andrews University in 2001 with her MSPT degree, and 2011 with her DScPT degree. She became a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists in 2011. Stacy believes that physical therapy is a combination of science and art and when we combine those two things we do our best work with patients. When not in the clinic you can find me outside with my family, hiking, biking, camping, eating chocolate and reading books under the trees. stacysoappman@gmail.com ​ Learn about Mentorship View Others

Find and register a course Dr. Kayla Robison Clinical Instructor Robison, PT, DPT, COMT, CSCS, EP-C, FAAOMPT, graduated from the University of Central Missouri with a bachelor's degree in Athletic Training in 2006. She then completed her doctorate in Physical Therapy from Elon University in 2009. Kayla became a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists in 2018. Kayla prides herself on being diverse in practice as she has treated both general orthopedic as well as sports medicine. She strives to provide the best patient care through patient education and skillful intervention. Kayla continues to provide medical coverage for both Paralympic and Olympic athletes for Team USA. She has worked among some of USA's finest athletes in various sports. When outside of the clinic, Kayla enjoys raising her two young daughters as well as training and competing in triathlon. robisonkayla@gmail.com ​ Learn about Mentorship View Others

Find and register a course Dr. Joe Krugh Faculty & Clinical Instructor Joe Krugh, DScPT, COMT, FAAOMPT, became a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists in 2007. He earned his post-professional Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy degree from Andrews University in 2009. Joe strives to treat his patients skillfully, and also aims to empower them with knowledge to remove all potential barriers to their maximum performance and function. He enjoys running, hiking, traveling, coaching/watching his kid’s sports activities, and managing the family hobby farm. krugh2@gmail.com ​ Learn about Mentorship View Others

Find and register a course Dr. Valerie Coolman Fellowship Director, Faculty & Clinical Instructor Valerie Coolman, DsCPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT completed her Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy from Andrews University in 2006. She passed the Certified Manual Therapist (CMPT) exam in 2005 with distinction and Orthopaedic Certified Specialist (OCS) exam awarded by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) in 2008. She also passed the Certified Manual/Manipulative Therapist (COMT) exam in 2008, with distinction. Dr. Coolman became a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT) in 2010. She has served as the Director of the Post-Professional Physical Therapy Program at Andrews University as well as an Orthopaedic Fellowship Director. She currently serves as the Chair of the Leadership subcommittee for AAOMPT and Faculty for ASPIRE OMT, Erl Pettman's newly founded institute. She continues to collaborate and teach at Andrews University in the Post-Professional Department. Valerie is passionate about treating patients and assisting others to embrace the value of health, proper movement, and nutrition at her private clinic, Northwest Orthopaedics & Wellness, as well as mentoring other PTs on a journey of pursuing excellence. In her spare time, she enjoys supporting her children in various activities, as well as cheering on her husband, Head Coach of Valparaiso Varsity Basketball. The Coolman family believes that athletics provides an opportunity for life-lessons on and off of the court while recognizing the great pressure and stress placed on coaches and their families. Through the COVID-19 pandemic, the Coolman Family pursued a long-time dream, and Championship Standards was founded to bring support to other Coaching Families trying to maintain the "HOME COURT ADVANTAGE." success@northwestorthoandwellness.com ​ Learn about Mentorship View Others

Find and register a course Dr. Nick Smith Clinical Instructor & Faculty-In-Training Dr. Nicholas Smith PT, DSc, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT practices physical therapy in Kalamazoo, MI with NovaCare Rehabilitation. His practice includes both acute and chronic spine care, TMD, secondary otalgia, headaches, sports rehabilitation, general orthopedics, industrial rehabilitation, vestibular and balance disorders. He has instructed and lab assisted several manual therapy courses at varying levels and is currently faculty for Select Medical in their COMT and Fellowship program. He has mentored several students at various levels including undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate both in person and virtually. He has also completed a vestibular online module for a fellowship program and has assisted Andrews doctoral students with their research. nsmith6767@gmail.com ​ Learn about Mentorship View Others

Find and register a course Dr. Jamie Ford Clinical Instructor Jamie Ford, PT, DPT, COMT, FAAOMPT, earned her Bachelor’s of Science from Bemidji State University in Minnesota in 2010. She then went on to complete her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Pacific University in Oregon in 2014. Following graduation Jamie moved to Kaneohe, Hawaii where she began her career with Fukuji & Lum Physical Therapy Associates, Inc. It is here where she was first introduced to Erl Pettman and was inspired to become a fellow in orthopedic manual physical therapy. Jamie became a Certified Manual Physical Therapist (CMPT) in 2017, and a Certified Orthopedic Manipulative Therapist (COMT) in 2018. She then completed her fellowship in orthopedic manual therapy in 2020 through the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy. Jamie continues to work for Fukuji & Lum Physical Therapy at their Windward Occupational Rehab Center where she specializes in outpatient orthopedic conditions. Outside of work, Jamie enjoys all types of athletics and outdoor activities, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. jnford3@gmail.com ​ Learn about Mentorship View Others