Bethesda Physical Therapy: Assuring Quality Care for All Patients

Tarik graduated from Florida A & M University in 1998 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. He then went on to complete his Masters degree in physical therapy at Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia in 2003. Tarik has a special interest in manual therapy and orthopedics, and has had the opportunity to continue his growth in this area by taking several continuing education classes and seminars. He lives with his family in Washington, D.C.

Marcie graduated from Ohio University in 1997 with a B.S.C. in Biology. She earned her Masters Degree in Physical Therapy from Andrews Universiy, Dayton, Ohio in 1999. In 2008, she succeeded in earning her Orthopedic Manual Certification (COMT) from Maitland - Australian Physiotherapy Approach. Along with orthopedic manual therapy, Marcie has taken a particular interest in female athlete injury prevention. In 2009, she obtained a certification from Cincinnati SportsMedicine Research and Education Foundation to instruct Sportsmetrics.

Quentin received his Master's Degree in Physical Therapy in 1994 from Hahnemann University. He worked in the hospital setting, developing general knowledge and focusing on physical therapy for patients with neurological disorders for four years and concurrently served as an educator in the clinic and classroom. Quentin has been the director of outpatient clinics since 1999. His philosophy is to balance the seriousness in pursuing each patient’s therapy needs with lightheartedness and a sense of humor. Outside the clinic, Quentin can be found cycling, playing soccer, or in the woodshop.

Jill graduated from the University of Maryland in College Park as a kinesiology major in 1999. She then earned a Masters in Physical Therapy at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Jill has been working in an outpatient orthopedic setting for the past three years. Jill lives in Rockville with her husband and sons and in her spare time, enjoys biking, running, and weight training.

Stacy, a former Terrapin scholarship gymnast, graduated from the University of Maryland in 1993 with a BS in Kinesiology. After personal training for a few years, she then went onto Marymount University where she received her MS in Physical Therapy in 1999. Her most recent achievement includes obtaining her Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) from the American Physical Therapy Association in 2012 which designates her as an advanced clinician in orthopedic physical therapy. Other accomplishments include being pilates certified for rehabilitation through Polestar Pilates, Certified Integrated Manual Therapist (CIMT) from Great Lakes Seminars, Sportsmetrics Certified Trainer for ACL prevention in female athletes and being a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Stacy enjoys working will all individuals but has a special interest in adolescent athletes and injury prevention. Originally from Harrison, NY and still a New Yorker at heart, Stacy now resides in Potomac, MD with her husband, son and daughter.

Shari graduated with a B.S. from Emory University in Atlanta , GA and received her Master’s degree from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. Shari has spent most of her career working in Boston, MA in outpatient orthopedics. In late 2006, Shari was happy to return to work in her hometown, Bethesda, with her husband shortly before starting her family. Shari likes to work with prenatal and post-partum women and very much enjoys helping her patients return to their desired level of activity. Shari loves any outdoor activity appropriate for the season!

Katka graduated from the University of Maryland in College Park as an Animal Sciences major in 2003. She earned her Masters Degree in Physical Therapy from George Washington University in 2007. Katka has a particular interest in the Maitland-Australian Approach to modern manual therapy, a highly effective, gentle approach to the management of neuromuskuloskeletal conditions. Katka speaks English, Czech, Slovak, and Polish, and can understand Russian, Ukrainian, and Spanish. Katka lives in Bethesda with her husband and two daughters and in her spare time, enjoys biking, kickboxing, and reading.

Wendie graduated from the Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Northern Virginia Community College in 1995. She has been practicing in rehabilitation and outpatient orthopedic settings since then.

Larisa hails from the Ukraine and has been in the U.S. since 1997. She comes with a background of physical therapy, and is a vital part of our clinic.

Geetha graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree and worked as a research officer in Malaysia. She has moved internationally on several postings with her husband’s job. Geetha can greet patients in 10 languages!

After her son was discharged from his treatment with Bethesda Physical Therapy, Marilyn stayed! As our Front Desk Coordinator, she brings a mix of compassion and energy to our clinic. Raised on the eastern shore, Marilyn has lived with her husband and children in Montgomery County since the 1980s.

Michelle graduated from the Jamaica Institute of Business Careers with a Certified Administrative Professional Certification. Experienced in the Service and Hospitality Industry, she brings Caribbean flair to her responsibilities of billing and the Front Desk.

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