Featured Speakers

Guest Faculty:

Scott T. Doberstein, MS, ATC, LAT, CSCS
Senior Lecturer/Head Athletic Trainer, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse,
La Crosse,Wis.

Scott joined the professional staff in August 1998 after graduating from UW-L in 1987 with a bachelor's degree in Physical Education-Athletic Training and School Health Education. After student teaching Health at West Bend West High School, he received his Master of Science degree in Exercise Science at Eastern Illinois University in 1989. For the next nine years, Scott was the Head Athletic Trainer and Assistant Professor at Millikin University in Decatur, IL. In addition to his athletic and teaching duties, he was the strength coach and the drug education coordinator. In 1998, he returned to his alma mater. <More>

Scott has been a certified athletic trainer since 1987 and a certified strength and conditioning specialist since 1993. Scott is a member of the NATA, GLATA, WATA, and NSCA.

John Groves, PT
Groves Physical Therapy, Minneapolis/St Paul, Minn.

Dr. Groves graduated from Mayo College of Physical Therapy, in Rochester MN, with a Masters in Physical Therapy in 2002. In 2004, Dr. Groves opened Groves Physical Therapy in the Minneapolis/St Paul area. In 2006, he achieved board certification as an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist and in 2007 he completed both his manual therapy fellowship training and his Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from Regis University in Denver, CO. Currently he serves as Affiliate faculty in the Regis University’s transitional DPT and Fellowship in Manual Therapy programs as well as for the University of Minnesota Family Practice Residency program. www.grovespt.com

Amy Garrigues, PT
Groves Physical Therapy, Minneapolis/St Paul, Minn.

Dr. Amy Garrigues joined Groves Physical Therapy in March 2006. She is a graduate of Simmons College Graduate School for Health Studies in Boston, Massachusetts. She graduated from the doctoral program in 2004 with an additional concentration in Health and Wellness. She actively pursues continuing education in manual therapy and functional movement. She entered the fellowship program for the American Academy of Orthopedic and Manual Physical Therapists at Regis University in Denver, Colorado in 2007. Amy is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, Orthopaedic and Sports Sections. www.grovespt.com

Bryan Heiderscheit, PT
Associate Professor, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, Wis.
Neuromuscular Biomechanics Laboratory Web site

Why I am a Physical Therapist, and Why I Teach Physical Therapy
I never really knew I wanted to be a physical therapist until after I became one. Seeing the impact of physical therapy on patients and their families was demonstration of the unique talents and skills that physical therapists possess. Most pronounced is the ability to reduce a challenging presentation of signs and symptoms to its cause…never forgetting that this diagnosis is a person.Having the opportunity to contribute to the professional education and growth of future physical therapists is a true privilege.

Education: BS, Physical Therapy, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse; MS, Biomechanics, University of Massachusetts; PhD, Biomechanics, University of Massachusetts. <More>

Christine M. Miller, MD
United Hospital System, Kenosha, Wis.

DR. CHRISTINE M. MILLER completed her radiology residency at University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Christine's fellowship is in Musculoskeletal Radiology at Duke University in North Carolina. Her MD is from University of Wisconsin-Madison and her PhD is in Chemistry from the University of California at Santa Barbara.

Justin L. Staker, PT, SCS
River Falls, Wis.

Education: Mayo School of Health Sciences, Rochester Minn., Master of Physical Therapy - Oct 2002; Lawrence University, Appleton Wis., BA Magna Cum Laude in Biology– June 2000. Sports Physical Therapist: Fairview Red Wing Medical Center-YMCA clinic. Red Wing, Minn. Working primarily in a satellite clinic at local YMCA and part time in a hospital based outpatient clinic. Providing care to patients with orthopedic and sports injuries as well as patients requiring work conditioning and aquatic therapy. Additional responsibilities include serving as a clinical instructor for PT students, leading and assisting in professional development programs including coordinating journal clubs, organizing continuing education courses, and advancing the utilization of outcome measures and evidence-based practice guidelines. Outreach activities include establishing a free weekly consultation/screening service at the YMCA, assisting in the development of an integrated sports performance enhancement program, coverage of high school sporting events.

Gundersen Lutheran Presenters:

Rebecca Arndt, PT

Specialties: Sports Medicine Resident

Education: Professional Education: Duke University School of Medicine Residency: Gundersen Lutheran - PGY 1

Sees patients at: Gundersen Lutheran - La Crosse

Lori Clayton, MS, LAT, ATR, CSCS, PES

Specialties: Sport Medicine Athletic Trainer Sports Medicine
Education: Professional Education: BS in Athletic Training/Physical Education/Wellness - South Dakota State University; MS in Physical Education with an emphasis in Athletic Training - Indiana State University
Medical Interests: Strength and conditioning; performance enhancement; aquatic therapy
Memberships and Credentials: Licensed and Registered Certified Athletic Trainer, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Licensed and Registered Certified Athletic Trainer, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Performance Enhancement Specialist

Scott A. Escher, MD

Specialty: Family Medicine; Sports Medicine
SubSpecialty: Sports Medicine
Education: Medical Degree - University of Wisconsin Medical School, Madison, Wis.
Internship: Gundersen Lutheran Medical Foundation, La Crosse, Wis.
Residency: Family Practice residency-Ramsey Hospital/Regional Hospital, St. Paul, Minn.
Family Practice residency - Eau Claire Clinic, Eau Claire, Wis.
Board Certification: Family Practice; Certificate of Added Qualification in Primary Care Sports Medicine

Bradley L. Fowler, MD

Specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery; Sports Medicine
Education: MD - University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Mich.
Internship: Emergency Medicine - William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oaks, Mich.,
Transitional - Michigan State University, Kalamazoo, Mich.
Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery residency - Michigan State University, Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies
Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery
Medical Interests: Arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder; knee; ankle; foot and elbow

Joe La Mere, MS, LAT, PES

Specialties: Sport Medicine Athletic Trainer Sports Medicine
Education: Professional Education: BA in Business with a Minor in Coaching – University of Wisconsin-Whitewater; MS in Sports Medicine and Athletic Training – Illinois State University
Medical Interests: Lead Athletic Trainer for Gundersen Lutheran Sports Medicine, strength and conditioning, emergency care of sports injuries
Memberships and Credentials: Licensed and Registered Certified Athletic Trainer, Performance Enhancement Specialist
Sees patients at: Gundersen Lutheran Sports Medicine Center - Onalaska

Michael McCormick, PA-C

Specialties: Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery Physician Assistant Physician Assistant Sports Medicine Sports Medicine Physician Assistant

Education: Professional Education: Marquette University, Milwaukee
Memberships and Credentials: Physician Assistant Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Sees patients at: Gundersen Lutheran Sports Medicine Center - Onalaska

Sadie J. Miller, DPT, MS, PT, LAT

Specialty: Sports Medicine; Sports Medicine Physical Therapist
Education: BS in Athletic Training – University of Wisconsin-La Crosse; MS in Physical Therapy – University of Wisconsin-La Crosse; Doctor of Physical Therapy – Regis University
Medical Interests: Cycle fit and assessment; injuries of the endurance athlete; injuries of the tri-athlete
Memberships & Credentials: Doctor of Physical Therapy, Licensed Athletic Trainer

Paul F. Reuteman, MHS, PT, OCS, LAT

Specialty: Sports Medicine Physical Therapist; Sports Medicine
Education: BS in Physical Therapy – Marquette University; MHS - University of Indianapolis
Board Certification: Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
Medical Interests: Spine rehabilitation. Faculty member at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Memberships & Credentials: Physical Therapist, Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, Licensed Athletic Trainer, McKenzie Certified in Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of the Spine

Daniel Reznichek, PT

Specialties: Sports Medicine Resident

Education: Professional Education: University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Residency: Gundersen Lutheran - PGY 1

Sees patients at: Gundersen Lutheran - Onalaska Clinic

J. Scott Straker, MS, PT, SCS, LAT

Specialties: Sports Medicine Physical Therapist Sports Medicine
Board Certifications: Sports Certified Specialist
Education: Professional Education: BS in Arts in Physical Education – University of Redland; BS in Physical Therapy – University of Wisconsin-La Crosse; MS in Physical Education - Utah State University
Medical Interests: Clinical gait analysis, foot and ankle disorders. Clinical Coordinator for the Sports Physical Therapy Residency Program
Memberships and Credentials: Physical Therapist Physical Therapist, Sports Certified Specialist, Licensed Athletic Trainer

Suzanne M. Tanner, MD

Specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery; Sports Medicine
Education: BA-University of Denver, Denver, Colo.; MD-University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, Colo.
Residency: Pediatric residency-University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Denver, Colo.
Orthopaedic Surgery residency - University of Alabama, Birmingham, Ala.
Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty Certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Medical Interests: Management of sports injuries; most commonly shoulder and knee

Gundersen Lutheran Symposium Administration:

David E. Carney, MS, PT, LAT, CSCS

Specialty: Sports Medicine; Sports Medicine Physical Therapist
Education: BS in Athletic Training - University of North Dakota; MS in Physical Therapy - University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Medical Interests: Orthopedic and sports injury management and prevention
Memberships & Credentials: Physical Therapist, Licensed Athletic Trainer, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Hanni R. Cowley, MS, PT, SCS, CSCS

Specialty: Sports Medicine; Sports Medicine Physical Therapist
Education: BS in Biology - University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire; MS in Physical Therapy – University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Board Certification: Sports Certified Specialist
Medical Interests: Clinical Research of lower extremity injuries; female athlete
Memberships & Credentials: Physical Therapist, Sports Certified Specialist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Dennis R. Greer, LAT, ATR, PES

Specialty: Sport Medicine Athletic Trainer; Sports Medicine
Education: BS in Applied Management with emphasis in Athletic Training – National American University
Medical Interests: Prevention; recognition; care of athletic injuries; sports-specific strength training
Memberships & Credentials: Licensed and Registered Certified Athletic Trainer, Performance Enhancement Specialist

Sheldon E. Wagner, MS, LAT, ATR, CSCS

Specialty: Sport Medicine Athletic Trainer; Sports Medicine
Education: BA in Athletic Training/Health Fitness – Gustavus Adolphus College; MS in Exercise and Sport Science, Human Performance – University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Medical Interests: Concussions in sports; biomechanics of throwing athletes
Memberships & Credentials: Licensed and Registered Certified Athletic Trainer, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist