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Nate received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Syracuse University and went on to complete his Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from Upstate Medical University. To further his orthopaedic training, Nate completed the Evidence in Motion Orthopaedic Residency program in 2016, which provided a strong base of knowledge of evidence-based practice, orthopaedic manual therapy techniques, advanced medical screening and radiology. Nate is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist through the American Physical Therapy Association. Nate is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association which has enhanced his scientific knowledge to train athletes for the primary goal of improving athletic performance. Nate has been an adjunct faculty member at Upstate Medical University and serves as a clinical instructor for physical therapy students.

When not in the clinic, Nate enjoys spending time with his wife and four children. He also enjoys playing and coaching lacrosse in his hometown.

Kyle received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Hamilton College, went on to complete his Masters in Physical Therapy at SUNY Upstate Medical University in 2001. He has dedicated much of his career to advancing his knowledge in order to better serve the patients in his community, as well as to become an educator of physical therapy students and clinicians nationwide. Along the way, he became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist in 2004 and a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy in 2005. In 2008, he graduated from SUNY Upstate Medical University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. Upon completing that program, he entered Evidence In Motion’s Orthopaedic Manual Therapy Fellowship Program, and graduated in 2011 to become a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists. In 2017, he graduated from the Specialty Certification Program in Therapeutic Pain Science from The International Spine and Pain Institute. He is currently a full-time Professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Baylor University in Waco, Texas, and spends time teaching both online and weekend continuing education courses to practicing physical therapists and physical therapist assistants throughout the United States.

When not teaching and treating patients, Kyle enjoys relaxing with family and friends, both at home and in the Adirondack Mountains.

Steph received her Bachelor of Science in Health Science degree from University of the Sciences in Philadelphia and continued at USciences to earn her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. Steph was very active in the community and at her university during her time in Philadelphia and she is eager to carry that forward into her professional career. Steph feels passionately about being able to help others which is what encouraged her to follow the path into physical therapy. In the near future, Steph plans to pursue a residency in orthopedics to further her knowledge and help to provide the best care possible to her patients.

In her free time Steph enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and dog.

A native of Pulaski, NY, Dave was a three sport athlete in high school where he developed an interest for therapy after rehabilitating from multiple sports-related injuries. He attended SUNY Cortland where he studied athletic training and became a certified athletic trainer upon graduation in 2013. After a few years in the field, Dave returned to school at Nazareth College to study his true passion and received a doctorate of physical therapy in 2019. Being an active member of both disciplines allows him the privilege of seeing positive outcomes when athletes return to the field, as well as employees returning to work and community members improving their quality of life through skilled rehabilitation.

Outside of work, Dave enjoys spending quality time with his family and friends. He enjoys the outdoors and spending time on Sandy Pond at his family's campground business where he has worked since childhood.

Chrystal is a student at Syracuse University studying molecular biology and medical anthropology. After graduating Chrystal hopes to pursue a career in the healthcare field or study for medical school. During her time at Syracuse, Chrystal has been a coxswain on the club rowing team, an administrative coordinator for the Resident Hall Association, President of the Alzheimer's Association, and a brother in Phi Delta Epsilon, professional medical fraternity. In her free time, Chrystal enjoys hiking, playing video games, and avidly rooting for the Washington Wizards!

Michael is a licensed physical therapist and COO of PROActive Physical Therapy. He has been a part of PROActive Physical Therapy since 2002 when he started as a part time therapist. Since then he has fulfilled several roles leading up to COO of the company. During that time he has also gone through EIM’s Orthopaedic Residency program to further enhance his hands on technique as well as the ability to better incorporate the most recent evidence. Mike received his Master's of Physical Therapy from Long Island University in Brooklyn, NY. Mike recently co-founded and is a partner in PROActive Works, a company that provides onsite services to companies to help reduce injuries.

Mike values the benefits of being active, for both his mental and physical health. Being active allows him to burn calories as well as workout the frustrations of the day. When not in the clinic, Mike spends his free time hiking, skiing, and transporting his younger daughter to various soccer games and tournaments around the Northeast.

Adam is a licensed physical therapist who graduated from Utica College with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree in 2016. Prior to attending graduate school, Adam received a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from the State University of New York at Oswego in 2013. He is an active alumni of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity and served as the Greek Council President at SUNY Oswego from 2012-2013.

Adam plans to pursue a residency in Orthopaedics in the near future and has taken a special interest in manual therapy. Adam also works with industrial workers and laborers throughout the Mohawk Valley providing onsite physical therapy services to help prevent workplace injuries. His goal is to provide his patients with not only top tier physical care, but to educate them using an evidence based approach. "I want my patients to not only enjoy their experience here at PROActive but to understand the treatment they are receiving, and encourage them to ask questions regarding their underlying pathologies."

Adam grew up in Whitesboro, NY and now resides in Utica, NY. In his free time he enjoys spending time with family and friends, camping, attending various concerts throughout the summer, golfing and snowboarding.

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Drew received his BA in Biology from Le Moyne College in 2010 before achieving a Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Upstate Medical University in 2012. Certifications include National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES), the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Functional Movement System's Functional Movement Screen (FMS) and Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), and Sound Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (SASTM) having been taught by David Graston himself. Drew is also a certified USA Weightlifting (USAW) Advanced Sports Performance Coach. Interests include Olympic weightlifting, power lifting, and maximizing physical performance of individuals who participate in all forms of physical exercise.

Nate received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Syracuse University and went on to complete his Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from Upstate Medical University. To further his orthopaedic training, Nate completed the Evidence in Motion Orthopaedic Residency program in 2016, which provided a strong base of knowledge of evidence-based practice, orthopaedic manual therapy techniques, advanced medical screening and radiology. Nate is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist through the American Physical Therapy Association. Nate is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association which has enhanced his scientific knowledge to train athletes for the primary goal of improving athletic performance. Nate has been an adjunct faculty member at Upstate Medical University and serves as a clinical instructor for physical therapy students.

When not in the clinic, Nate enjoys spending time with his wife and four children. He also enjoys playing and coaching lacrosse in his hometown.

Michael is a licensed physical therapist and COO of PROActive Physical Therapy. He has been a part of PROActive Physical Therapy since 2002 when he started as a part time therapist. Since then he has fulfilled several roles leading up to COO of the company. During that time he has also gone through EIM’s Orthopaedic Residency program to further enhance his hands on technique as well as the ability to better incorporate the most recent evidence. Mike received his Master's of Physical Therapy from Long Island University in Brooklyn, NY. Mike recently co-founded and is a partner in PROActive Works, a company that provides onsite services to companies to help reduce injuries.

Mike values the benefits of being active, for both his mental and physical health. Being active allows him to burn calories as well as workout the frustrations of the day. When not in the clinic, Mike spends his free time hiking, skiing, and transporting his younger daughter to various soccer games and tournaments around the Northeast.

Shelly has been with PROActive since 2002, primarily managing all the behind-the-scenes work. She currently serves as Vice President of Administration.

In her spare time, Shelly enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoys camping and gardening.