PT Residents and Fellows

Geriatric PT Residency

Owen Kubalak, PT, DPT – Owen is from Columbus, OH and was born and raised a Buckeye fan. He attended Ohio State University where he majored in Exercise Science and minored in Psychology. Owen continued his education at the University of Cincinnati and earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2023. Throughout PT school, Owen became passionate about working with the aging adult through various clinical experiences (Carespring Skilled Nursing, Riverside Methodist Hospital and University of Cincinnati Medical Center) and his involvement in stroke research. He is excited to take part in the continuing education and mentorship provided through the Geriatric PT Residency at OSU to enhance his ability to serve the geriatric population in a variety of practice settings. Owen’s clinical interests revolve around functional based rehabilitation for quality-of-life improvement including but not limited to mitigating risk for falls. In his personal life, Owen stays active through jogging, swimming, resistance training and skiing. He also enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching sports, and playing video games.

Camryn Bellish, PT, DPT – Camryn is originally from the Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati area, and she grew up in a family of Buckeyes. She graduated from The Ohio State University in 2021 with her Bachelors in Health Sciences, before staying at OSU to complete her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2024. While in the OSU DPT program, she served as the Ohio Physical Therapy Association (OPTA) liaison for her class, joining the OPTA’s Student Special Interest Group as secretary, and later serving as the PT Chair. She also participated in research validating normative data for the 6-Minute Walk Test, and enjoyed working as a TA for the second year neurologic lab course. Her clinical experiences at Mercy Health, Riverside Methodist Hospital, Mary Rutan Health, and the OSU Wexner Medical Center inspired her love for all things geriatrics, and she has a special interest in dementia care and vestibular rehabilitation in the older adult. As a new graduate, she currently serves on the OPTA’s Early Professional Special Interest Group board and as a member of the conference committee. When she’s not in the clinic, Camryn enjoys bar trivia, checking out new restaurants, cheering on the Buckeyes, and spending time with her husband, Michael, and her dog, Elaine.

Neurologic PT Residency

Grace Cioffi, PT, DPT – Grace grew up in Southwestern Connecticut and attended Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT, completing her Bachelor’s in Exercise Science in 2021 and DPT in 2024. Throughout her didactic and clinical education, she discovered her passion for working with patients with neurologic diagnosis, specifically TBI, SCI, Multiple Sclerosis, and Parkinson’s Disease. During her doctorate studies, Grace was heavily involved in leadership roles in peer tutoring, mentorship, and within the American Physical Therapy Association which helped cultivate a passion for teaching and advocacy. As a neurologic physical therapy resident, Grace is looking forward to furthering her clinical skills and reasoning and teaching in tOSU’s DPT program. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys running, exploring new restaurants in the area, cooking, and watching (and learning) different sports.

Oncology PT Residency

Caitlin Kotian, PT, DPT CLT – Caitlin is joining us in Columbus from Winchester Virginia. She attended Virginia Commonwealth University graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and a Bachelor of Art in German language. She then completed a Fulbright fellowship in Germany, researching physical therapy curriculum design and participating in first year classes and clinicals. Post Fulbright she attended Arcadia University where she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2017. Since graduating she has worked for Valley Health in Winchester Virginia both in the outpatient and inpatient settings with a variety of populations. It was here that she gained a passion for working with the oncology population and a desire to pursue further education to better serve this population. She has a passion for helping patients realize their full potential, return to activities that they enjoy, and find a love for exercise. She also has a passion for educating rehabilitation professionals about intimate partner violence, including how it can affect many facets of physical function, how to react if a patient discloses, community resources, and documentation. Outside of work she enjoys playing music, learning languages, cuddling her dog, and traveling with her husband. She is excited to join the OSU and Columbus communities as the Oncology Physical Therapy Resident.

Orthopaedic PT Residency

Riley Hogge. PT, DPT – Riley Hogge, PT, DPT- Riley was raised in Port St. Lucie, Florida. She attended the University of South Florida for her undergraduate degree in Health Sciences (’20) and the University of Central Florida for her Doctorate in Physical Therapy (’24). During her time at UCF, she served as her DPT cohort’s Vice President and was active in the Florida Physical Therapy Association (FPTA). In 2023, she received a grant from the FPTA to attend the annual House of Delegates meeting in Washington D.C. to participate in PT advocacy efforts. She has also served as APTA Geriatric’s Student Liaison for the Cognitive and Mental Health group and was a recipient of the 2024 AOPT’s Emerging Student Leader Award. At UCF, Riley and two of her classmates were involved in pain neuroscience research with their faculty advisor and presented their research to win “Top Abstract” at FPTA’s annual conference and “Judges Choice” at her university’s Student Research Week. Riley has clinical interests in complex pain, spine pathologies, and hip pathologies and hopes to become involved in academia later in her career. Outside of the clinic, Riley enjoys being outdoors, playing pickleball, going to the gym, exploring new places in Columbus with her fiancé, and spending time with her Great Pyrenees/ Poodle puppy.

Matthew Kohlmann, PT, DPT – Matthew was born and raised outside of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He attended Slippery Rock University where he received his Bachelor’s of Science in Exercise Science in 2021. Matthew continued his education at SRU and received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2023. Matthew was a very involved student during his time at Slippery Rock University. Activities varied from serving as a graduate assistant for two years in SRU’s DPT program, conducting a research project with fellow classmates, playing intramural volleyball, and spending time treating patients as a student physical therapist at various clinics. During PT school, Matthew presented research titled “The Influence of Kinesiology Tape on Posture and Breathing Mechanics in Healthy Individuals” at APTA’s 2023 Combined Sections Meeting. His clinical interest include performing arts athletes, lower extremity, and teaching. Outside of the clinic, Matthew enjoys spending time traveling, finding ways to stay active, and spending time outdoors. Matthew is very excited to be a part of The Ohio State Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program and is looking forward to advancing his clinical expertise.

Katherine Prina, PT, DPT– Katherine was born and raised in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. She attended The University of Findlay for both undergrad and DPT school while completing Findlay’s 3+3 Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. While at Findlay, Katherine played on the JV Women’s basketball team and served as a board member for the Pre-Physical Therapy Organization. Katherine started DPT school in 2020 and quickly became involved with the program by serving as the Vice President of her cohort and treasurer for the Doctor of Physical Therapy Student Organization. As her interest for the human body continued to grow, she became a Cadaveric Teaching Assistant for Anatomy I and II. In this role, Katherine spent time in the lab helping DPT and PTA students learn human anatomy through guided dissection. In addition, Katherine participated in a faculty-directed research project where she helped create a poster titled “The Foot Mobility Magnitude measured in Single-Leg Stance is Related to Midfoot Dynamic Stiffness During Gait”, which was accepted to the 2023 OPTA Fall conference. In addition, Katherine was an active participant in APTA Michigan’s special interest groups where she volunteered with the Communications SIG and the Health and Wellness Task Force. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in Spring 2023. Katherine’s clinical interests include spine, lumbar pathologies, lower extremity, sports performance, and strength and conditioning. Outside of the clinic, Katherine enjoys spending time with family and friends, being outside, reading, staying active, and exploring new places. Katherine looks forward to further developing her clinical skills during her Orthopaedic Residency at The Ohio State University.

Lauren Summerville, PT, DPT – Lauren grew up in South Florida, near West Palm Beach. She completed her undergraduate degree in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology at the University of Florida in 2020. During this time, she completed an internship in a biomechanics lab, worked with clients as a Personal Trainer and held a leadership role in the Department of Recreational Sports. These experiences inspired a passion for educating and helping others through exercise and health promotion. Lauren continued her education by receiving her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2024 from The George Washington University. During her time in PT school, she got involved by treating patients in an underserved community at GW’s Pro Bono Clinic, serving as a board member for GW’s Physical Therapy Student Organization, and participating in multiple APTA events in Washington D.C. Lauren’s clinical interests include lower extremity, spine, strength and conditioning, and recreational athletes. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys hiking, playing pickleball and soccer, lifting weights, yoga, reading, and ice cream.

Chung-Hway (David) Wu, PT, DPT – David was born in Cleveland, OH, as an avid Browns fan, but he has quickly learned the best football team in the state will always be the Buckeyes. Following high school, David enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps serving a total of 6 years between Brook Park, OH, and Quantico, VA. During this time, he was intermittently enrolled at Cuyahoga Community College and Cleveland State University, from which he eventually earned a Bachelors of Science in Health Sciences after his honorable discharge. After receiving his undergraduate degree, David took a gap year to teach abroad in Heilongjiang, China, as a kindergarten English teacher. He only narrowly returned stateside before the Coronavirus outbreak in 2020 in order to begin PT school. As a proud member of the “Covid Cohort,” David completed his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the University of Pittsburgh navigating the ever-changing policies of lockdowns, facemasks, goggles, and Zoom meetings. While in PT school, David volunteered with youth adaptive-sports hockey, adult wheelchair basketball, and senior fitness classes. David’s clinical interests include the lower extremity, the spine, and manual therapy. Outside the clinic, you’ll likely spot David reading up on psychology and philosophy, playing chess and disc golf, engaging in fitness as well as loafing, and most importantly foraging for food and coffee.

Sports PT Residency

Coby Contreras, PT, DPT – Coby is from Boise, Idaho. He attended the University of Idaho for his undergraduate degree where he majored in exercise science and minored in pre-health studies. Coby later attended the University of Utah for his Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree which he completed in 2024. During his time at the University of Utah he found his passion in orthopedics and sports through pro bono clinics and classes. Coby also participated in research with the Christensen Gait Lab and has been working with colleagues on publications and presentations. He also had the opportunity to complete a strength and conditioning internship with the Utah Utes Olympic teams. During this internship he had the privilege to work with strength coaches, athletic trainers, physical therapists, and sports science staff. He is excited to come to Columbus and learn from the excellent mentors and be challenged to become a better PT and person. Coby’s clinical interests include rehabilitation of the knee, shoulder, strength and conditioning, and biomechanics. In his free time Coby enjoys going to concerts, playing the guitar, resistance training, running, and reading. 

 Mike Curtin, PT, DPT – Mike grew up just outside of Boston, Massachusetts and completed his Bachelor of Arts in Health Science from Stonehill College in 2019. While at Stonehill, Mike began working as a strength and conditioning coach at Unified Health and Performance in Lancaster, Massachusetts where he coached and programmed for a wide range of populations including adults, collegiate, and Special Olympic athletes. After graduating from Stonehill, Mike completed an internship and became a part-time coach at Cressey Sports Performance in Hudson, Massachusetts where he trained all levels of baseball players. Mike obtained his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Boston University. While at BU, Mike completed clinical internships at Resilient Performance Physical Therapy as well as EXOS. In addition, Mike completed his doctoral capstone project focused on determining key performance indicators in golfers using force plate testing, and hand-held dynamometry. Mike is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA as well as a Level One Titleist Performance Institute Certified Professional. Mike’s clinical interests include helping athletes bridge the gap between physical therapy discharge and return to sport, working with rotational athletes, as well as optimizing strength and conditioning programs for athletes with previous injuries and/or disabilities.

Tim Eshelman, PT, DPT – Hailing from Portland, OR, Tim’s educational journey began at the University of Oregon, where he earned a double major in Human Physiology and Psychology in 2016. Early on, he honed his skills through strength and conditioning internships at the University of Oregon and University of Portland before flourishing as a Performance Coach at EXOS. Tim’s experience at EXOS helped illuminate a path towards physical therapy, leading him to pursue a Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the University of Miami, which he attained in 2023. At Miami, Tim was elected as the Vice President of his class and led various student initiatives. During PT school, Tim aided with training room operations and rehabilitation for the Miami Hurricane football and baseball teams over multiple seasons. He was also active in the community, with regular involvement with Sabrina’s Adaptive Beach, a non-profit organization aimed at hosting ocean access events for differently abled individuals in the South Florida region. His journey came full circle when he was given the opportunity to complete his final clinical rotation of PT school at EXOS, allowing him to end his DPT journey where his dream began. Tim’s clinical interests include shoulder and knee rehab, injury reduction strategies, and return to sport testing. Outside of the clinic, he enjoys flag football, soccer, hiking, drone videography, and has recently become a pickleball fanatic.

Bradley Kanney, PT, DPT – Bradley was born and raised in Dublin, Ohio before moving to Fort Mill, South Carolina. He obtained his Bachelor’s in Exercise Science while minoring in Psychology at High Point University in North Carolina. While receiving his undergraduate education, Bradley was a Decathlete on the Division 1 Track and Field program. Post graduation, he became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist that led him to work several jobs including coaching high school track, corporate wellness training, and sport performance coaching. Bradley returned to HPU a year later where he earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. While attending HPUs DPT program, he was the programs fundraising chair, attended several adaptive sports events, was a graduate assistant for the MSK course series, and participated in research. Bradley’s efforts as the fundraising chair earned HPU the title of ‘Newcomer of the Year Award’ in the VCU-Marquette Challenge in 2023. His research on mental health in lower extremity amputees was accepted to the 2023 Combined Sections Meeting. Bradley is also a published author of a manuscript on BCAAs and Satiety in the Journal of Human Nutrition & Metabolism. Bradley’s clinical interests include knee injury rehabilitation, adaptive athletics, the tactical athlete, and sports performance. He enjoys working with all athletes but particularly enjoys working with soccer, golf, adaptive athletes, and track & field athletes. Outside the clinic, Bradley enjoys fishing, surfing, hiking, running, playing soccer, golfing, and spending time with family and friends.

Women’s Health PT Residency

Hannah Simonetti, PT, DPT – Hannah (they/them) moved around growing up, but found a home in Athens, OH during their undergraduate education at Ohio University. After college, they stayed in the Athens area where they worked in various medical and alternative medicine fields. It was during this time that they developed their passion for manual therapy, sexual and reproductive health, and trauma resolution. After running a private practice as a Registered Craniosacral Therapist (RCST), they decided to apply to physical therapy school with the end goal of becoming a pelvic health physical therapist. Hannah graduated from Ohio State University’s Doctorate of Physical Therapy program in 2024. During their DPT education, Hannah was the president of the Pelvic Health Student Interest Group; they also completed their practicum experience at OSU’s Pelvic Health PT clinic in Gahanna, where they created gender-inclusive patient education materials that were published by the Wexner Medical Center. Hannah’s areas of clinical interest include gender-affirming care, manual therapy, and treating hypermobile patients. Outside of work, Hannah enjoys hiking, camping, cycling, hanging out with their cat and dog, and playing the fiddle and guitar with friends.

Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship

Katie Barry, PT, DPT, OCS – Katie Barry graduated from the University of California Santa Barbara in 2009 with a degree in Microbiology and earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Delaware in 2012. She completed the Orthopedic Residency at Memorial Hermann Sports Medicine Institute in 2018 and became a board certified Orthopedic specialist the same year. She is currently completing her Manual Therapy Fellowship training at Ohio State. Outside work she enjoys baking, hiking, and exploring many places.  Katie is an APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor (ACCI) Level I.

Neurologic Movement Disorders PT Fellowship

Andrew Doubek, PT, DPT, GCS – Andrew grew up in Alpena Michigan. He got his bachelor’s degree in biology at Grand Valley State University and his Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Michigan Flint. During his time in PT school Andrew’s research focus was validating balance assessment measures. He has since been working in a private outpatient clinic primarily focusing on geriatrics and neuromuscular conditions. Andrew became a board certified geriatric specialist in 2020 and has been promoting community balance exercise and assessment programs at the local senior center and Parkinsons Foundation. Andrew enjoys spending time outside, including camping and fishing.

Upper Extremity Athlete PT Fellowship

Steve Domzalski, PT, SCS, ATC, CSCS – Steve is originally from the metropolitan Detroit area, growing up in Warren, MI.  He graduated from Eastern Michigan University with his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science in 1994 and his Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy from Wayne State University in Detroit in 1999.  He worked in private practice and did contingent athletic training assignments.  In 2008, Steve joined Henry Ford Health System and was imbedded in the Wayne State Sports Medicine Department.  While at Wayne State, Steve worked with all of the athletes to coordinate rehabilitation from 18 varsity sports.  Specific responsibilities to assisting football coverage and was the head athletic trainer for the varsity baseball program from 2008-2023.  In addition, Steve was on the 18U USA Baseball medical staff from 2012-2014.  Functioning as the head athletic trainer at the 2014 World Championships in Taichung, Taiwan.  Steve enjoys sports, staying active, and spending time with his wife Lynn and son Ben.