Manual Therapy

C. Alex Bonhomme, PT, DPT, DSc

Dr. Alex Bonhomme is a board-certified specialist in orthopedic physical therapy. He is a clinician, educator and researcher specializing in orthopedic manual therapy to improve pain and enhance function in musculoskeletal conditions. After earning his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) at the University of Miami, he completed orthopedic residency training at Harris Health System in

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Rudie Spigarelli, PT, DPT

Dr. Rudie Spigarelli has practiced in several outpatient clinical settings including multi-disciplinary, mobile, orthopedic and vestibular clinics. She has experience and certification in concussion management, manual therapy, visual-vestibular functional integration training, clinical instruction and practice management. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, Texas Physical Therapy Association and Vestibular Rehabilitation Special Interest Group

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Cathleen (Kate) Soper, PT, DBA, MS

Dr. Soper has a background in orthopedic and neuromuscular conditions with more than 30 years of clinical practice. She obtained her Doctor of Business Administration in Healthcare Management and Leadership from California Intercontinental University in 2021. She joined the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences core faculty as an Assistant Professor in 2022. Her

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Karina Ingegneri, DPT, ATC/L

Dr. Karina Ingegneri graduated from Barry University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training. She obtained her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) Miami, FL campus in 2019. Currently, she is working toward a Doctor of Education with a specialization in educational leadership with

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Robert (Bob) Salvatori, PT, DPT, DSc, MBA

Dr. Robert (Bob) Salvatori joined the Austin, TX campus Doctor of Physical Therapy program core faculty in 2022. He possesses more than 40 years of clinical experience specializing in general orthopedics, spinal dysfunction, persistent pain management and vestibular rehab. Dr. Salvatori has served in a variety of clinical settings including acute care, rehab, home health

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Amanda Parrish, PT, DPT

Dr. Amanda Allen Parrish is a graduate of Duke University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. She joined the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) in 2016 as a contributing faculty member. In 2018 she became a full-time instructor in the DPT program for the USAHS San Marcos, CA campus, instructing in the

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Matthew (Matt) Daugherty, PT, DPT, OTR/L, MOT, DBA

Dr. Matthew Daugherty is an Associate Professor for the Doctor of Physical Therapy program and a former program administrator. He has been a licensed, practicing physical and occupational therapist since 2007. In October 2024, he became the Director, Residency Programs. In this role, he oversees the Clinical Orthopaedic Residency program, which is based on the

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Heather Disney, PT, DPT, PhD

Dr. Heather Disney is a board-certified Orthopaedic Physical Therapist specializing in rehabilitation of both orthopaedic injuries and pelvic floor dysfunctions. She has experience working with both an adult and pediatric population. Dr. Disney received her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences and an undergraduate degree from San Diego

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Thomas Eberle, PT, DPT

Dr. Thomas Eberle brings more than 15 years of clinical and instructional experience to the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. Past experiences include serving as a faculty member at Ola Grimbsby Institute in Taylorsville, UT, and Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL, and as a physical therapist at Holy Cross Orthopedic Institute,

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Christopher Ingstad, PT, DPT, MTC, ATC

Dr. Ingstad graduated from California State University Dominguez Hills with a Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education with emphasis on Athletic Training. He is a certified athletic trainer (ATC) through The National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification. He completed his Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in

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Edward J. Kane, PT, PhD

Dr. Edward J. Kane is a physical therapist, athletic trainer and licensed electromyographer. Dr. Kane obtained his Bachelor of Science from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst (Zoology), a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Duke University, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy and Diploma of Clinical Specialization in Musculoskeletal Disorders from the University

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Terri Roberts, OTD, MS, OTR/L, CLT

Dr. Terri Roberts brings 20 years of clinical experience to her position as a practitioner specializing in burns, hand therapy and lymphedema.  She teaches Orthotics and Prosthetics, Physical Agent Modalities and Clinical Applications in Adulthood.  In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Dr. Roberts is the Assistant Program Director for the MOT/OTD Flex and Residential programs. 

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