Meet the Team

Josh graduated with honors from Pacific University with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT). He holds a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Linfield College. He is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Josh has over twenty years of experience in personal training and had the opportunity to work with many professional and semi-professional athletes.  He has been voted multiple years as one of Portland's Top Physical Therapists recognized by Portland Monthly Magazine. Over the years he has worked on various projects with Nike, Under Armour, IMG Academy, Men's Health Magazine, Women’s Health Magazine, Multnomah Athletic Club and the United States Olympic Track and Field Team. Josh played lacrosse for Linfield College and worked as the strength and conditioning coach for PSU lacrosse. He has a passion for fitness techology and how to optimize the human body. Contact email:  jkernen@bridgetownpt.com

Mark graduated with honors from Pacific University with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT). He completed his undergraduate work at Pacific University and holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Exercise Science. Mark's physical therapy education has been enhanced through continuing education classes in manual therapy with the North America Institute of Manual Therapy. Before becoming an Owner at Bridgetown Physical Therapy & Training Studio, Mark served as the Clinical Director for an outpatient orthopedic physical therapy clinic. Mark played collegiate soccer for Pacific University, and started his collegiate soccer career at the number one ranked Yavapai College in Arizona where he had the opportunity to play in two national soccer tournaments. His love for the sport of soccer as well as his interest in human sciences drew him into his physical therapy career. Contact email: mhatfield@bridgetownpt.com

Darla graduated from the University of Southern California with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT). She holds a Bachelor of Science in Health and Human performance with a concentration in Athletic Training from George Fox University. She has enjoyed working with a variety of sports teams, including track, basketball, and football. Darla is currently a certified Athletic Trainer and has a passion for long distance running. After completion of USC School of Physical Therapy, she participated in the Kaiser Orthopedic Residency program in Los Angeles where she expanded her knowledge in orthopedic manual therapy techniques and clinical reasoning. Darla’s knowledge of orthopedics has been recognized by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists and granted her the title of an Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS). Darla continued her work in outpatient orthopedics in Los Angeles before she returned to her home state of Oregon. She has an interest in maintaining a healthy lifestyle through running and enjoys participating in marathons. Contact email: dphillips@bridgetownpt.com

Anna graduated with honors from the University of Illinois at Chicago with her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree. Following her physical therapy program, Anna advanced her expertise in physical therapy via completion of an Orthopedic Residency at the University of Chicago. She is a Board-Certified Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy (OCS) as recognized by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists. Anna also holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Anna is passionate about promoting a healthy lifestyle and is well suited to meet you with empathy and compassion wherever you are on your path to recovery.

She has a special interest in the prevention and treatment of running injury, as well as in optimizing performance. She has worked with athletes in various sports from recreational athletes to Olympic track & field and Paralympic gold medalists. She is a Road Runner Club of America Certified Running Coach and enjoys pairing her background in exercise science and biomechanics, orthopedic physical therapy, and personal training with coaching her running athletes to meet their individual goals. Anna is an avid distance runner with a love for being outdoors. She spends most of her free time in the mountains running around, climbing, or skiing down your local PNW peaks. Contact email: akomer@bridgetownpt.com

Erik graduated with honors from the University of St Augustine for Health Sciences with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT). He completed his undergraduate work at Willamette University and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. Erik was a collegiate soccer player at Willamette and enjoyed a stint with the amateur professional team the Cascade Surge. He continues to develop his understanding of movement related injuries and has acquired a FIFA Medical Diploma that allows for a unique breadth of knowledge when treating elite soccer players and athletes from all sporting pursuits. Erik believes that by integrating personalized manual manipulation, dynamic exercise prescription, and thorough education patients progress through their rehabilitation with enthusiasm and ownership. Erik enjoys filling his time outside of work with soccer, volleyball, snowboarding, dancing, and game/trivia nights with friends. Contact email: ekaufman@bridgetownpt.com

Lindsay is a pelvic health and orthopedic physical therapist who graduated with honors from Pacific University, earning her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT). She also holds a Master’s Degree (MS) in Exercise Science which has allowed her to develop a deep understanding of exercise prescription and programming. Lindsay’s post-doctorate education specialities include pelvic health (Herman&Wallace trained), women’s health; pregnancy and postpartum treatment and corrective exercise; running-related injuries and treatment; low back pain; general orthopedics; and fall risk prevention for older adults. In addition to the aforementioned specialties, Lindsay enjoys working with individuals living with autoimmune conditions and is involved with the Kaleidoscope Fighting Lupus Foundation. Lindsay’s clinical philosophy is rooted in client-centered care combining manual therapy (when needed) with self-management strategies that foster empowerment to reach meaningful, lasting, and intrinsically motivated health. Lindsay is a native Oregonian and when not working, she is spending quality time with her family. Contact email: lspringer@bridgetownpt.com

Annika graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT). She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and a minor in Business Administration from Concordia University in Portland. Annika was an All-American collegiate soccer player at Concordia University and played in the national tournament all four years of her collegiate career. Her junior year, she was a member of the team which won the National Championship.

Her passion for sports, human movement, and exercise science, as well as her own experiences with injuries, guided her to a career in physical therapy. She is a Licensed US Soccer Coach and is especially passionate about working with soccer players and young athletes, but enjoys treating patients of all ages and backgrounds. In her free time, she enjoys exploring the outdoors – running, hiking, paddling, or skiing – playing and watching sports, coaching soccer, traveling, and reading. Contact email: ahayman@bridgetownpt.com

Dustin graduated from Western Oregon University (WOU) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science and from the University of Washington (UW) with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT). Dustin has a background in collegiate running, having competed for both UW and WOU. During his collegiate career Dustin achieved a mile PR of 3:59 as the 551 American to run sub-4, 6x All-American honors, 1 National Record, and was a 3 x NCAA D2 T&F National Champion.

His specialty areas and continuing education includes gait analysis, running rehabilitation, barbell rehabilitation, pain neuroscience, and functional movement analysis. Dustin is a certified USATF Level 1 coach and a USA Track & Field Association member. Dustin enjoys running and coaching long distances, including trail and ultramarathon distances, while also pursuing cycling, mountaineering, and a general enjoyment of the Pacific NW.

Contact email: dnading@bridgetownpt.com

Gillian graduated from the University of Utah with honors as a Doctor of Physical Therapy and subsequently completed an orthopedic residency at Regis University earning her the additional accolade of Board Certified Clinical Specialist of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy. Apart from her never-ending curiosity in the human body, she has completed additional specialty training in pelvic floor physical therapy through Herman & Wallace, attended multiple conferences with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists and the American Physical Therapy Association, and actively sought to expand her knowledge within her other areas of professional interest including the management of chronic pain, optimizing physical fitness in individuals of all backgrounds, and advocating for  under-represented and under-served populations.

Gillian is thrilled to be back in familiar northwestern territory as she earned her bachelors in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Lewis & Clark College where she met her incredible partner. When she can eek out some spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, snuggling her kitty, Moki, and playing outside, be it trail running, rock climbing, mountain biking, or backcountry skiing.

Contact email: gberanmaryott@bridgetownpt.com