Our Team
Leadership
Jon Dooley
Founder + Owner
PT, MSPT
Education
Boston University, Bachelor of Science in Health Studies
Boston University, Master of Science in Physical Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interest
aquatics, low back and disk conditions, athletes and sports injuries, post-surgical rehab, chronic pain
Certifications + Trainings
Graston Technique Level 1, Kinesiotaping, Biosynchronistics, Mulligan Concept, Biomechanics of the Foot and Ankle
Suzanne McAlister
Director of Operations
PT, MPT, OMT-C
Education
University of Richmond, Bachelor of Science in Health and Sport Science
Shenandoah University, Master of Physical Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interest
post-operative rehabilitation, posture and core stabilization, shoulder rehabilitation, sports injuries, patient education, student mentorship
Certifications + Trainings
Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (Medical University of South Carolina), Mulligan Concept, McKenzie (lumbar), Postural Restoration, Integrated Neuromuscular Re-Education, Muscle Energy, Positional Release, Spinal, Pelvic & Scapular Stabilization, Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries, Releasing the Diaphragms, Biomechanics of the Foot & Ankle, Functional Assessment & Movement of the Female Athlete, Muscle Energy Techniques of the Spine and Extremities
Julianne Gonzalez
Practice Administrator
BS, APTA-CPA
Certifications + Trainings
American Physical Therapy Association Certified Practice Administrator
Physical Therapists
Fred Burke
PT, MS, CFPS
Education
University of Massachusetts Lowell, Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy
University of Wisconsin, LaCrosse, Masters of Science in Human Performance
Areas of Clinical Interest
Orthopedic and sports medicine with interest in functional integration of movement, postural correction & spine rehabilitation, manual therapy, Graston Technique and Dry Needling
Certifications + Trainings
Athletic Training Certification, Graston Technique, Ergonomic Assessments, Dry Needling, Certified Fall Prevention Specialist
Additional Information
Extensive experience with orthopedics, sports injuries and rehabilitation, work injuries
Kayla Caban
PT, DPT, CFPS, CIDN, Fitchburg Clinic Manager
Education
Simmons College, Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science
Simmons University, Doctorate in Physical Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interest
Chronic pain, post-op rehab, posture and core stability, patient education, neurological rehabilitation, geriatric rehabilitation, manual therapy, Graston Technique, Mulligan Techniques
Certifications + Trainings
Advanced Neurologic Dry Needling for Pain Management and Performance Enhancement, Neurologic Dry Needling for Pain Management & Sports Rehabilitation, Fall Prevention Specialist, Kinesiotaping, trigger point release, Level 1 Blood Flow Restriction Training, Orthopedic myofascial solutions for pain, posture & mobility
Stephanie Cachia
PT
Education
Institute of Health Care – University of Malta
Areas of Clinical Interest
Posture and core stability, patient education and ergonomics, neurological rehab, geriatric rehabilitation, fall prevention, orthopedic post-op rehab, injury prevention, cardiac rehab.
Certifications + Trainings
Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI) Matwork Certification
Ishita Doshi
PT, MSPT, CFPS
Education
Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Physical Therapy
University of Pittsburgh, Masters in Health & Rehabilitation Sciences with Concentration in Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interest
Musculoskeletal disorders, shoulder and knee injuries, post-surgical rehab, sports injuries, low back pain, neck pain
Certifications + Trainings
Certified in SFMA Level 1, MT-1 Maitland for spine, MT-2 Maitland for peripheral extremities, Fundamental & Advanced Kinesiotaping, Sports Injury and Rehab, Osteoporosis by Dr. Sara Meeks, Certified Fall Prevention Specialist
Additional Information
Research assistant for Dr. Sara Piva on her published Responsiveness of Physical Activity Measures following Exercise Programs after TKA.
Rachel Downer
PT, DPT, Marlborough Clinic Supervisor
Education
Westfield State University, Bachelor of Science in Movement Science
University of the Incarnate Word, Doctorate in Physical Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interest
Pre and post-op rehabilitation, sports rehab/performance, injury prevention, balance training,
fall prevention, manual therapy, posture and core stability, patient education
Additional Information
Former USA Gymnastics athlete and coach
Katherine Everson
PT, DPT
Education
Springfield College, Bachelor of Science in Pre-Physical Therapy
Springfield College, Doctorate in PhysIcal Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interest
Running and dance injuries, post-surgical rehab, pre and post natal therapy, manual therapy
Certifications + Trainings
Integrative Dry Needling, Active Release Technique (ART), Graston Technique, Original Strength, TRX
Rachel Ferrucci
PT, DPT, OCS
Education
Boston University, Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
MCPHS University, Doctorate in Physical Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interest
foot and ankle injuries, sports and running injuries, post-surgical rehab, post-partum rehab, and fall prevention
Certifications + Trainings
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), Graston Technique Level 1, Postural Restoration Institute, Myofascial Release Techniques, Gait Analysis, Mulligan mobilizations for peripheral joints, Maitland spinal mobilization techniques, Muscle Energy Techniques of the Spine and Extremities.
Additional Information
Member of Team USA Synchronized Skating for 5 years and continues to work with skaters with off ice training and injury prevention.
Kristina Jaeckel
PT
Education
Northeastern University, Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interest
aquatics, chronic pain management, cold laser therapy, integrative manual therapy, Graston technique, active release technique, dry needling
Certifications + Training
Mulligan Joint Mobilization Level 1, Burdenko Level 1 Aquatic Certification, Current Concepts in the Knee and Shoulder, American Lung Association Aquatics Certification
Pooja Jangid
PT
Education
Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Physical Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interest
Musculoskeletal disorders, shoulder and knee injuries, post-surgical rehab, low back pain and neck pain
Certifications + Training
Mulligan Manual Therapy: upper quadrant; Quick pain relief for back & neck pain
Christine Johnson
PT, DPT
Education
University at Albany, Bachelor of Science in Human Biology
Franklin Pierce University, Doctorate in Physical Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interest
Sports injuries, post-op rehabilitation, knee and ankle injuries, neurological rehabilitation, pediatrics, women’s health
Additional Information
University of Albany Division 1 Lacrosse Player
Pablo Maldonado-Pinuer
PT, VRC
Education
Universidad de Valparaiso (Chile), Bachelor in Kinesiology
Areas of Clinical Interest
lower extremity amputations, post concussion syndrome, neck pain, shoulder pain, post surgical rehab, vertigo/balance, Parkinson’s disease
Certifications + Training
Certified Vestibular Rehabilitation and Concussion Therapist , LSVT BIG Certified. Other training includes Maitland technique for spine, extremities, stabilization training and upper cervical spine dysfunctions, myofascial release.
Languages
English and Spanish
Swarupa Nishar
PT, DPT
Education
New York Medical College, Doctorate in Physical Therapy
Goa University, India, Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
Areas of Clinical Interest
post-surgical rehab, shoulder injuries, total knee replacements, balance rehabilitation in geriatric population, low back conditions
Certifications + Training
Maitland mobilization techniques peripheral and spinal, Mulligan lower quarter, Kinesiotaping, Vestibular and balance rehabilitation, Muscle Energy Techniques of the Spine and Extremities
Additional Information
I specialize in manual therapy techniques and utilize my background in holistic medicine to augment standard physical therapy treatments with insights from Ayurveda and Yoga in patients with complex diagnoses.
Tejasvi Pawar
PT, Shrewsbury Clinic Manager
Education
Terna Physiotherapy College, India, Bachelor of Physical Therapy
University of Pittsburgh, Masters in Rehabilitation science with concentration in Neurosciences
Areas of Clinical Interest
Neurological & Vestibular rehabilitation, Chronic pain management/ Pain Science, shoulder/ knee/ hip injuries, post operative cases.
Certifications + Training
Certified Adult Vestibular rehabilitation, Dry Needling, Balance and fall prevention and K taping
Kimberly Pratt Marques
PT, MSPT
Education
University of Connecticut, Master of Physical Therapy
Nichols College, Bachelor of Science Business Administration
Areas of Clinical Interest
sports related injuries, post-surgical rehab, spinal disorders, vestibular disorders/dysfunction
Certifications + Training
Mulligan’s Concepts for the Spine, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization, Kinesiotaping, Dizziness and Balance Disorders, TBI/Concussions, Muscle Energy Techniques of the Spine and Extremities
Publications
Effects of a 3-Minute Standing Stretch on Ankle-Dorsiflexion Range of Motion. Journal of Sports Rehabilitation. 12: 162-173, 2003.
Matthew Read
PT, DPT
Education
Westfield State College, Sports Medicine
University of Massachusetts Lowell, Doctorate in Physical Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interest
athletes and sports injuries, neuro rehabilitation, foot conditions/gait mechanics, post-operative shoulder therapy, throwing athletes, manual therapy, Muscle Energy Techniques of the Spine and Extremities
Additional Information
PT 4TKR Study Therapist
Kyle Richardson
PT, DPT
Education
American International College, Bachelor of Science in Interdepartmental
Sciences
American International College, Doctorate in Physical Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interest
Pre and post operative rehab, joint replacements, vestibular rehabilitation,
chronic pain management/pain science, injury prevention, sports
rehab/performance, patient education, neurological disorders
Donna Stoddard
PT, DPT, CSCS
Education
University of Massachusetts at Lowell, Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology
University of Massachusetts at Lowell, Doctorate in Physical Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interest
Sports injuries, shoulder and knee injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, and geriatric rehab with focus on balance and safety education
Certifications + Training
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (National Strength and Conditioning Association)
Kyle White
PT, DPT
Education
Westfield State University, Bachelor of Movement Science
MCPHS, Doctorate in Physical Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interest
Balance and fall prevention training, post-surgical care, aquatics, orthopedics, manual therapy, geriatrics
Megan Williams
PT, DPT
Education
Calvin College, Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology
MCPHS, Doctorate in Physical Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interest
Ankle injuries, sports related injuries, patient education, post-op rehabilitation, low back pain, shoulder injuries
Physical Therapist Assistants
Kim Barrow
MS, BS, PTA, CSCS, ATRI
Education
Southern Connecticut State University, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Exercise Science
MassBay Community College, Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant
Areas of Clinical Interest
lower back pain and disk conditions, aquatics, chronic pain, post surgical rehab, balance issues
Certifications + Trainings
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Craniosacral Level I, ACE Personal Trainer, trained in Burdenko Method, Aquatic Therapy Rehab Institute (ATRI), Kinesiotaping, Biosynchronistics, Graston Technique Levels I & II, Maitland Technique, Mulligan Concept, Functional Movement Assessment (FMA), Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), Muscle Energy Techniques of the Spine and Extremities
Ross Beaudette
BA, PTA, CSCS, Worcester Clinic Manager
Education
Worcester State University, Bachelor of Education
New England Institute of Technology, Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant
Areas of Clinical Interest
sports rehab, injury prevention, ergonomics, post-surgical, footwear assessment and prescription
Certifications + Trainings
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Matheson Functional Capacity Evaluation certification, Matheson work hardening certification, ACE personal trainer, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), Active Release Technique (ART), Mulligan technique, McKenzie Technique, myofascial release, Muscle Energy Techniques of the Spine and Extremities
Nicolette Bender
BS, PTA
Education
University of Massachusetts, Bachelor of Exercise Science
Becker College, Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant
Areas of Clinical Interest
Rehab Pilates, pre and post natal, postural re-patterning, injury prevention, stability training
Certifications + Trainings
STOTT PILATES, NSCA-CPT, TRX, Biosynchronistics, Core Integration, Craniosacral therapy (CST Level 1 & cervical spine), Total Barre, CORE Athletic Conditioning, Diaphragm Release Techniques, Myofascial Release Therapy, Mulligan Techniques for the Extremities, Muscle Energy Techniques for the Spine and Extremities. ISP (injury and special population) focus that includes pre and post natal, scoliosis programming, & breast cancer rehabilitation.
John Hannon
PTA
Education
New England Institute of Technology, Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant
Areas of Clinical Interest
Back pain, footwear/gait assessment, balance/fall prevention, total joint replacement, workplace ergonomics/postural re-ed, injury prevention, aquatics
Certifications + Trainings
Summit certification in evidence-based assessment and treatment for TMJ, cervical spine dysfunction, and headaches/post concussion
Katharine Osborne
PTA
Education
Mount Wachusett Community College, Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant
Areas of Clinical Interest
Manual therapy, myofascial release, lower back pain, shoulder and knee injuries, neck pain, kinesiology, trigger point therapy, patient education
Certifications + Trainings
Graston Technique M1-Basic Training

The staff at Greendale Physical Therapy, LLC were the perfect people to have shown up in my life at that time. Exercises, manual manipulation, ultrasound, and core exercises gradually brought me back. Last night I had the best step aerobic workout I’ve ever had!
Shrewsbury Patient
Shrewsbury Clinic
280 Boston Turnpike
Shrewsbury, MA 01545
T: 508-753-7780
F: 508-753-7719
Worcester Clinic
120 Gold Star Boulevard
Worcester, MA 01545
T: 508-459-5000
F: 508-459-5900
Clinton Clinic
145 Church Street
Clinton, MA 01510
T: 978-598-3155
F: 978-365-5600
Marlborough Clinic
435 Lakeside Avenue
Marlborough, MA 01752
T: 508-488-4110
F: 508-485-0080
Fitchburg Clinic
28 Ashby State Road,
Fitchburg, MA 01420
T: 978-400-3690
F: 949-756-4811
Aquatics
766 Main Street Worcester,
MA 01610
T: 508-459-5000
F: 508-459-5900
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Greendale Physical Therapy
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