Doug has been a Physical Therapist for 18 years all of which have come in the outpatient orthopedic setting. Doug is a graduate from Wayne State University in 2004 with a master’s degree in Physical Therapy (MPT). After 5 years of practice, he decided to go back to further his education at Oakland University for a two-year residency program and obtained a Graduate Certificate in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy (OMPT) in 2011. He then went on to complete his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Oakland University in 2013.

Doug is passionate about the profession and is consistently refining his skills and knowledge to better treat his patients. He has completed certifications in dry needling, blood flow restriction training (BFRT), Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) level 1 and level 2, Functional Movement Screen Level 1 and he is certified by Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) in level 1 and medical level 2 (M2) .

Doug has been a Physical Therapist for 18 years all of which have come in the outpatient orthoped... Read More

Sara graduated from Oakland University in 2013 with her Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy. Since graduating she has specialized in treating outpatient orthopedic patients of all ages.

Over the years she has become certified in Dry Needling, Blood Flow Restriction Training (BFRT), Functional Movement Systems (FMS) Levels 1 & 2, Selective Functional Movement Systems (SFMA) Levels 1 & 2 and is in the process of becoming certified in Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) for rotational athletes.

Sara has a passion for sports, fitness and traveling and loves being a Physical Therapist. She can’t wait to use her knowledge to help you safely return to the sports, hobbies, or activities that you love.

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Ann Marie Valentine, MPT, OMPT

Ann Marie has been practicing her passion for helping others achieve optimal health and wellness since graduating from Wayne State University’s Physical Therapy Program in 2000. Ann Marie’s desire to learn and grow as a practitioner means she has sought methods to provide the best care possible based on the latest evidence-based research.

In 2010, Ann Marie earned a 2 year certification in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy from Oakland University, feeling that a deeper understanding of the musculoskeletal system could help her treat clients more effectively and efficiently. Ann Marie is also Graston Certified, using instrument assisted soft-tissue mobilization to free up fibrotic tissue and fascial restrictions.

Currently, Ann Marie is working toward her Stott Pilates Certification in Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, and Barrel. Ann Marie feels the Stott Pilates focus on breathing, mind-body awareness, and biomechanically sound exercises are the perfect accompaniment to her physical therapy practice.

Ann Marie practices yoga and pilates, plays tennis and pickleball, and incorporates strength training into her fitness regimen. Ann Marie has an innate love for the human body and performance. Understanding that an active lifestyle brings far more than physical benefits.

Come get fit, strong, and functional with Ann Marie and the team at Foundation Manual Physical Therapy. Ann Marie looks forward to helping you achieve all of your fitness goals!

Ann Marie Valentine, MPT, OMPT Ann Marie has been practicing her passion for helping others achi... Read More