MedStar Health: Physical Therapy at Bel Air – Orthopedic and Sports Center

Alpa Buege received her bachelor's degree in Kinesiological Sciences from the University of Maryland, College Park. She went on to complete her doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore. Alpa is certified in Vestibular Rehabilitation. Alpa’s rehabilitation specialties include:

Christopher Palmer attended Towson University, where he received his bachelor’s degree. He also completed his doctoral degree in physical therapy from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Chris specializes in the following rehabilitation areas:

Rebecca Arturo received her bachelor's degree in biology from Westminster College. She went on to complete her doctoral degree in physical therapy from Duquesne University. Becky is a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS). Becky's rehabilitation specialties include:

Susan Dumler completed her bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from Towson University. Susan is a certified hand therapist (CHT) and certified upper-extremity lymphedema specialist (CLT-UE). She is an expert in the following rehabilitation areas:

Matt received his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Salisbury University and Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from Carroll Community College. He is also a certified personal trainer as of 2021. Matt enjoys working with all patient demographics, but his favorite are athletes and post-op. In his free time, Matt likes to stay active outdoors, workout, and play softball and golf.

Stacy Goldstein received her bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from Towson University. Stacy is a certified hand therapist (CHT) and certified lymphedema specialist (CLT). Her rehabilitation specialties include:

Sarah Harrison attended Ithaca College where she received her B.S. and M.S. in Clinical Science/Physical Therapy. She earned a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Temple University. She is certified by the State of Maryland to perform dry needling and is board certified by the APTA as an orthopedic clinical specialist. Sarah specializes in the following rehabilitation areas:

Alyssa received her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Winthrop University and Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from Cecil College. She is also a certified personal trainer as of 2014. Alyssa enjoys working with all patient demographics, but her favorite are athletes and sport injuries since she played lacrosse in college. Alyssa currently specializes in:

• Orthopedic Injuries and Conditions
• Sports Injuries
• Neck Pain and Lower Back Pain
• Balance impairments and Neuro

Bryan Merlock attended the University of Maryland, College Park where he received his bachelor's degree, and received his doctoral degree in physical therapy from the University of St. Augustine in Florida. Bryan specializes in the following rehabilitation areas:

• Orthopedic Injuries and Conditions
• Sports Injuries
• Running Injury Care

Andrea (Andi) Miller received her bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from Towson University. Andi is a certified hand therapist (CHT) and her rehabilitation specialties include:

Izabella O'Brien received her bachelor's degree in physical therapy from Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, in Brazil. Izabella has a focus in Women's Health, and she has extensive experience with pelvic floor rehabilitation, including:

Lorraine Stuchinski attended the University of Delaware, where she received her bachelor’s degree. Lorraine also completed her master’s degree in physical therapy from George Washington University. She specializes in the following rehabilitation areas:

Virginia Lambros received her bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Maryland at College Park. She also earned her associate degree from Baltimore City Community College. Virginia’s rehabilitation specialties include:

Samantha Boyce received her bachelor's degree in Health Sciences and her doctoral degree in physical therapy from Lebanon Valley College. Samantha has a special interest in sports injury rehabilitation and ACL injury prevention. Samantha specializes in:

• Orthopedic Injuries and Conditions

• Sports Injuries

• Manual Therapy

• Pre- and Post- Op Rehabilitation

Blake Patterson completed her bachelor's degree in Exercise Science at Virgina Commonwealth University (VCU), and then earned her doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from Nova Southeastern University. Blake is currently studying to take the certified hand therapy (CHT) certification exam. Blake specializes in the following rehabilitation areas:

• Arthritis Treatment

• Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) Treatment

• Neurorehabilitation

• Orthopedic Occupational Therapy

• Shoulder, Hand, and Wrist Therapy

• Stroke Recovery