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| Brian
Mara, MPT
Brian obtained his undergraduate degree in Physical Education from
California State University, Chico and his Masters degree in Physical
Therapy from the University of Southern California. His continuing
education includes training for Vestibular, Shoulders, Back, and
Neck disorders. He also participated in the Matheson Industrial
Rehab Professional Residency Program. Brian has 7 years of extensive
Physical Therapy experience and is highly experienced in applying
quality orthopedic care to a wide variety of patients. Brian is
enthusiastic about basketball and general fitness. He also regularly
provides sports therapy support at local high school events. When
away from the clinic he enjoys camping, fresh and saltwater fishing.
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| Jennifer
Smart, PT
Jennifer is our most experienced
therapist, earning her Physical Therapy degree in 1984 from the
University of Maryland School of Medicine. Jennifer is a licensed
Physical Therapist in North Carolina, California, Hawaii and American
Samoa, as well as being a registered Physiotherapist in the United
Kingdom. For nearly five years Jennifer specialized in neurological
rehabilitation, receiving her certification in the management of
Adult Hemiplegia from the Bobath Institute in London and working
as Senior Therapist of Rehabilitation at the Lowestoft and North
Suffolk Hospital in England. However, over the past ten years Jennifer
has become much more of an orthopedic therapist, attending numerous
courses on Maitland, McKenzie, Muscle Energy, Myofascial, and McConnell
treatment techniques, as well as completing an internship at the
National Institutes of Health Biomechanics Assessment Lab where
she presented research on "The Biomechanics and Orthotic Management
of the Foot." Jennifer has gained broad experience in a variety
of orthopedic and sports medicine settings, including being the
Physical Therapist for the 2000 Samoan Olympic Team. Jennifer is
an avid runner and a long distance sailor who does freelance writing
for a variety of sailing/travel publications.
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| Jennifer
Massie, OT, CHT
Jennifer Massie is a NC Licensed
Occupational Therapist & Certified Hand Therapist. She received
her degree in Occupational Therapy in 1994 from the University of
North Dakota. She is certified by the National Board for Certification
in Occupational Therapy, the North Carolina Board of Occupational
Therapy and the Hand Therapy Certification Commission. Jennifer
specializes in upper extremity rehabilitation with specific emphasis
on hand therapy. Her areas of specialization include treatment of
tendon and nerve injuries, fractures, amputations and burns. In
addition, Jennifer is able to provide custom splint fabrication.
She is a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association
and the American Society of Hand Therapists. In her free time, she
enjoys biking, hiking and cooking.
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| Garth
Espigh, MPT
After graduating from Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science
degree in Kinesiology, Garth earned his Masters degree in Physical
Therapy from St. Ambrose University of Davenport, Iowa. He has clinical
experience treating High School and College athletes and is well
versed in application of manual therapy techniques for the treatment
of general orthopedic conditions. He also has an interest in providing
sports therapy support at local high school events. Garth's outside
interests range across a variety of athletic activities to include
baseball, softball, weight training and he is an avid fan of Penn
State football and UNC basketball.
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| Amy
Reardon, MPT, MA
Before her recent graduation from East Carolina School of Physical
Therapy, Amy earned her Bachelor's and Master's Degree from the
Ohio State University in exercise physiology. While at Ohio State
she was a varsity track and cross country athlete. After graduation,
she earned her certification as an exercise specialist then worked
in Columbus, Ohio as a cardiac rehabilitation and testing specialist.
Her Physical therapy experience includes inpatient rehabilitation,
wound care, orthopedics, and pediatric physical therapy. Amy has
attended continuing education courses on shoulder rehabilitation
and sacroiliac dysfunction. Amy's outside interest include running,
cycling, wakeboarding, and cheering for Ohio State athletics.
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| Lanelle
Emerson, MS, ATC, PES
Lanelle completed her undergraduate degree in Athletic Training
from Azusa Pacific University and her Masters in Sports Heath Care
from Arizona School of Health Sciences. She has 6 years of experience
as a Certified Athletic Trainer supporting high school and college
levels sports plus 2 years previous experience in a physical therapy
clinic. She is also certified as a Performance Enhancement Specialist
and is expanding our sports performance programs across all ages
and activities as well as supporting therapists in orthopedic rehabilitation
programs. Outside interests include volleyball, basketball, rollerblading,
reading, hiking and an avid Denver Broncos fan.
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Debra
Lee Brown, OT
After working eight years as a certified occupational
therapy assistant, Debra Lee completed her BS degree in Occupational
Therapy at WSSU. She specializes in Upper Extremity rehab and her
occupational therapy experience includes in-patient rehabilitation,
wound care, mental health, pediatrics and hand therapy. Debra Lee’s
interests include spending time on the water and is an avid fan
of NC State and NASCAR.
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Kristen
Dono, MPT
Kristen recently received her Master of Physical Therapy
from East Carolina University and is currently pursuing her Doctorate
of Physical Therapy degree. Prior to this she received her Bachelor’s
degree from Virginia Tech in Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise.
Kristen hopes to focus her physical therapy practice in pediatrics
and is currently assisting with the research topic, “Quantitative
Investigation of Coordination in Children.” In her free
time, Kristen enjoys traveling, hiking, biking and cheering for
Virginia Tech athletics.
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Kerry
Rice, PTA
Kerry relocated to New Bern, NC from the Northern Virginia area
in 2005. She is a Physical Therapist Assistant licensed in both
North Carolina and Virginia. She graduated from George Mason University
in 1975 with a B.A. in History and later from Northern Virginia
Community College in 1993 with an A.A.S. in Physical Therapy (Assistant)
to affect a career change. Kerry was an aerobics exercise instructor
for the town of Vienna, Virginia for eight years and assisted with
the aerobics classes at James Madison High School. After earning
her PTA degree, she worked in an outpatient orthopedic clinic in
Centreville, Virginia for 12 years. During this period, she instructed
and mentored Northern Virginia Community College PTA students in
the clinical environment. She instructed young athletes in community
soccer clinics and participated in career fairs for a local high
school. In March, 2004, Kerry served on the medical team supporting
the World Figure Skating Championships in Washington, D.C.Kerry
resides in New Bern, NC with her husband where they enjoy boating,
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Jay
Figueroa - General Manager
With over 34 year of business experience across
a wide range of disciplines, Jay is focused on supporting all business
needs at Peak Performance as well as expanding business opportunities.
A graduate of the Georgia State University Business School with
a focus on Information Systems and a successful management career
at AT&T, Jay brings skills in business development, information
systems, sales and marketing to continuously improve the experience
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| George
Eggers – Operations Manager
After a successful business
career in personnel and management, George became an enthusiastic
member of the technical support staff at Peak Performance. Ever
diligent of patient needs, George will ensure patients properly
perform their exercise and use the equipment correctly. When not
making patients feel good about being at Peak Performance, George's
attention turns to softball, fishing and church activities.
Pat Patterson - Front
Office
Highly experienced in Medical Office administration and insurance
benefits, Pat provides accounting and back-office support on a part-time
basis.
Terry Riggs - Office Coordinator
Terry has also been a patient at Peak Performance and has owned
and operated her own business. The combination serves our patients
well as she applies her excellent people skills to ensure patients
have a pleasant and effective experience.
Cheryl VanHorn – Front Office
Cheryl comes to Peak Performance with a wide range of medical office
management experience, to include scheduling, accounting, budgeting,
personnel training and patient advocate roles. Her extensive office
and patient experience complements Peak Performance’s patient
satisfaction goals.

Clinical Technicians are constantly working with patients to ensure
proper use of equipment and performance of exercises. These individuals
have completed a training program developed by the physical therapists
to ensure patient comfort, safety and clinic efficiency during the
treatment phase of an appointment. Our Technicians are a combination
of motivator and cheerleader. They are ever watchful of each patient's
progress and maintain an earnest concern for their well being and
comfort.
Rhonda
Toler
A highly experienced technician, Rhonda is a well trained and dedicated
to the well being of each patient. Her cheerful personality is often
just the added incentive a patient needs to get the most out of
each exercise and equipment.
Brehan McMahon-Mcnally
Originally from Upstate NY, Brehan comes to Peak Performance with
a background in Special Needs Preschool Education. She is currently
working on a major in Applied Science and plans to continue her
education at ECU and eventually become a physical therapist.
Jennifer Sanders
Jennifer applies her cheerful and positive personality to ensure
every patient she works with has an enjoyable and effective experience
at Peak Performance. You will always see her with a pleasant smile
and equally important encouragement.
Kimberly Festerling
Kimberly came to New Bern with her Marine husband and brings a wealth
of Sports Medicine experience to Peak Performance. Her former experience
as a Personal Trainer and Physical Therapy Technician provides an
excellent contribution to our well trained and knowledgeable staff.
Angie Cloud
Angie comes to Peak Performance with a strong sports training background.
She is a Certified Personal Trainer, fitness, gymnastics instructor
and has competed in body building competition. Angie is a former
patient at Peak Performance and, combined with her previous experience,
understands what it take to provide our patients with effective
rehabilitation.
Daniel Bland
Daniel spends his days as a student in the Radiography program at
Pitt Community College and his evenings supporting the Peak Performance
therapist and patients. His helpful and pleasant attitude contributes
to the continuing success of our patients.
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