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José Surós, MD • Marc Adamec, CPT • Joanna Bakos, DPT • Brian Sherman, DPT • Lauren Borro, DPT • Lealah Fremuth, DPT • Adam Gershowitz, DPT • Allison Haynes, DPT • Seema Marshall, DPT • Renee Metzger-Butler, MS • Chris Ricardo, DPT • Julie Shein, PT • Daanish Memon, DPT • Michal Tekle, DPT • Rachel Deal, DPT • Katherine Michael, DPT
Dr. José Surós performed his medicine internship at the Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, New York before completing his neurology residency at Tulane University Hospital and Clinic in New Orleans. He received additional training at the University of California – San Diego and at the Harvard-affiliated Massachusetts General Hospital before completing an interventional pain management fellowship through the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Virginia.
Dr. Surós has presented his research and spoken nationally on various topics relating to pain management, neurology, and spinal disorders. Dr. Surós has also contributed to several textbooks in the fields of neurology and minimally invasive interventional pain management and is a Diplomat of the American Academy of Pain Management.
Dr. Surós is a strong believer in the benefits of a multimodal and comprehensive approach to spine disorders and musculoskeletal care. He has lived in Washington, DC for over ten years and enjoys running, soccer, woodworking, and spending time with his wife and young son.
Dr. Brian Sherman earned his Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from SUNY Cortland and his Master of Science in Applied Health Physiology from Salisbury University on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Brian used his athletic training skills to work with athletes of all ages and an array of post-operative rehabilitation programs. Brian discovered a passion for physical therapy and earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the City University of New York Graduate Center in NYC.
Brian believes in motivating and educating his patients to help them return to their regular activities. He considers their requirements at work, home activities, caregiving, and exercise at their gym/studio all essential to a happy fulfilling quality of life. Brian’s strong foundation in education allows him to give the best and most thorough quality of care to his patients – “By incorporating strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, posture, coordination, and aspects of functional fitness, I plan to do everything in my power to help all my patients recover from pain, injury or physical disability.”
Brian grew up in Canarsie, Brooklyn and is excited to be joining the Point Performance Team. Brian recently moved from New York City with his wife and 1-year-old son Theo. Brian brings close to 20 years of experience within the orthopedic and rehabilitation area to help his clients return to full optimal performance with no pain or physical limitation. He is certified as an Orthopedic Manual Therapist and will be continuing to build his skill set by working towards becoming certified in Trigger Point Dry Needling.
In Brian’s spare time, he enjoys traveling with his wife, all types of outdoor activities and fitness including hiking, running, weight lifting, and Peloton.
Dr. Joanna Bakos completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Northeastern University in Boston, MA. After graduating, she moved to the DC area and began working at Point Performance shortly thereafter. After a few years in the windy city, she is thrilled to return to the District and to rejoin the Point Performance team!
Joanna has spent her entire professional career working in outpatient orthopedic settings, using her diverse clinical background to help patients of all ages achieve their movement-based and functional goals. Joanna is certified in trigger point dry needling through Myopain Seminars, has taken several courses from the Postural Restoration Institute, and many other courses including those from the Craniofacial Therapy Academy (CRAFTA) and the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA). Joanna focuses her individualized treatments on addressing patients’ musculoskeletal imbalances and asymmetries.
In her free time, Joanna enjoys staying active, downhill skiing, traveling, and trying new recipes when hosting friends and family.
Marc has been a certified personal trainer for over 25 years. As a Division I lacrosse player for the University of Delaware, former competitive skier and mountain biker, he knows the importance of movement quality and the need for a strong, balanced body. Over the course of his career, Marc has worked with Olympic and professional athletes, as well as individuals recovering from injuries and surgeries. He was previously co-owner of Core Studios Inc., a training and pilates studio in Bethesda.
Marc believes that each client has different needs and goals and strives to design programs specifically for every person he works with. Early on, Marc was involved in creating one of the first Functional Movement Screens for personal trainers, which identifies fundamental and functional mobility problems that help guide the trainer and client to create a truly individualized program.
Marc is also a nutrition specialist through Precision Nutrition. He lives with his wife and two kids in Arlington and loves to cook in his free time.
Dr. Lauren Borro graduated from the University of Connecticut with a BS in Kinesiology and a focus in Strength and Conditioning. After working for three years as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, she attended the University of St. Augustine in St. Augustine, Florida where she received a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Lauren has spent her career working in outpatient and hospital-based systems in Florida, Virginia, and Maryland, including working as a travel therapist before finding her home here at Point Performance. Her passion is combining extensive manual therapy skills with her strength and conditioning background to provide patients with the most comprehensive, well-rounded care possible. She became a certified manual trigger point therapist in 2018 after completing her dry needling certification. Lauren is currently pursuing continuing education in pelvic floor rehabilitation, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, Hypermobility Syndrome Disorder, and advanced manual therapy techniques. A native of Maryland, Lauren enjoys spending quality time with her fiancé, family, friends, and her 4-legged kids. She also enjoys working out at the gym, hiking, and going for bike rides around the city. Lauren is dedicated to advancing her skills as a therapist to better serve her patients and to creating a motivating and healing environment for them.
Dr. Lealah Fremuth is an orthopedic and vestibular specialist, with a professional interest in treating the body as a functional whole. Through training with the Postural Restoration Institute, Lealah has helped patients discover the source of their symptoms, better understand their body mechanics and habits, and improve their movement patterns. After receiving her vestibular certification from the American Institute of Balance in 2016, she has enjoyed working with a variety of patients impacted by dizziness, balance disorders, and risk of falls. She has taken several courses designed to help the elderly population regain their independence through functional strengthening. She also treats patients with post-concussion syndrome, enhancing recovery through vestibular, musculoskeletal, and aerobic therapies. A firm believer in individualized assessment and patient education, Lealah strives to teach patients how to optimize their movement and prevent the recurrence of dizziness, pain, or injury.
Lealah received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Allied Health Professions and has a B.S. in Kinesiology with a sports medicine concentration from the University of Virginia. She is a Washington, DC area native, and maintains an active lifestyle with local trail runs and frequent long-distance races. If she isn’t running, you’ll probably find Lealah spending time with her family, trying a new restaurant, or planning her next trip.
Adam spent his career in outpatient orthopedics with a focus on manual therapy and movement impairments. He enjoys working with all types of orthopedic patients to achieve rehabilitative and personal goals. By incorporating joint and soft tissue mobilization techniques with functional exercises, Adam improves the way the body produces and accepts forces to increase function. He ensures his patients have a strong sense of their body systems and that they feel confident in their movements during treatment.
Adam is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and has completed certification in Dry Needling as a Manual Trigger Point Therapist —skills he uses to ensure treatment remains goal oriented and effective. Furthermore, Adam has completed advanced certification from the Titleist Performance Institute achieving status as a Level 3 Medical provider to golfers of all ages and skills. He graduated from the University of Scranton with a BS in exercise science and a minor in coaching. He completed his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. In his spare time, Adam is dedicated to staying active and healthy. You can often find him on the golf course or outdoors, traveling the world or with his family and friends. He is a native of Baltimore.
Dr. Allison Haynes is a certified Manual Therapist with a multifaceted background including training in medical therapeutic yoga, postural restoration, and numerous other methodologies. She is also certified in trigger point dry needling through the American Dry Needling Institute and has training through the Postural Restoration Institute. Through this diverse background, Allison looks at the whole person in order to efficiently reach each patient’s goals, recognizing that no one person is the same and a specified personalized approach allows for optimal outcomes.
Allison received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Saint Augustine and her Bachelor of Science in kinesiology from the University of Maryland. While at UMD, she worked as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor, which gave her an early interest in health and wellness.
Allison is a Maryland native who graduated from Good Counsel High School. In her free time, Allison enjoys staying active, practicing yoga, playing soccer, and enjoying a run through the city with her dog.
Dr. Seema Marshall, a native of Montgomery County, Maryland, specializes in orthopedics and manual therapies. She cares for patients with conditions related to overuse injuries, post-operative care, and sports performance with a particular focus on hips, knees, back, and shoulders. She has worked in a variety of settings, including outpatient care facilities and research institutions. She also holds a certificate in trigger point dry needling which she often employs inpatient care with curative results. Seema received her B.S. in biology from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County and went on to receive her doctorate in physical therapy from George Washington University. In her free time, Seema enjoys visiting with her close-knit family, including her two young (and very busy) nephews. She is a fan of all local sports teams, and as a football player herself holds a special place in her heart for the Washington Redskins. She can often be found on weekends playing with her dog or at the gym going through the rigorous paces of HITT workouts.
Renee has over 25 years of experience as a personal trainer and health educator helping clients reach their fitness and lifestyle goals. She has a well-established private in-home fitness practice working with individuals, small groups, and local communities. As an exercise specialist with clients over the age of 60, she has worked at Sumner Fitness alongside a team of physical therapists as a transition trainer for the last 15 years, helping patients retain their strength and maintain their active lifestyles. Renee received her MS in exercise science from George Washington University and is certified as a Personal Trainer by ACE. She is currently studying to become an ACE-certified Sports Nutrition Health Professional.
Renee competes nationally in marathon and ultra-distance races, placing in the elite ranks of distance competitors. In addition to running, she travels north to visit her sons and extended family and friends as often as possible.
Dr. Chris Ricardo graduated with a BS in kinesiology from the University of Maryland and went on to complete his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at George Washington University. Chris has spent his career working in outpatient orthopedics with a focus on post-operative and overuse injury rehabilitation. He enjoys treating a wide range of orthopedic conditions and his passion is treating athletes ranging from high school superstars to weekend warriors.
Chris incorporates both manual therapy and functional movement and exercise into his treatments. He is a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy (OCS). He is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and has further studied Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA). Additionally, Chris is Dry Needling certified and utilizes Blood Flow Restriction training as helpful tools to further allow him to better serve his patients.
Chris is an active member of the APTA District of Columbia, Sports Physical Therapy, and Private Practice Chapters. He is also an APTA credentialed clinical instructor. In his free time, he enjoys an active lifestyle, running, traveling, eating, and playing with his dog Cooper.
Julie Shein, PT, CPT is a graduate of the University of Maryland School of Physical Therapy and has been providing excellent patient care for the past 20+ years. She received her vestibular certification from the University of Miami in 1999 and has taught and provided vestibular evaluation and treatment for the past 15 years.
Julie developed a post-concussion certification for physical and occupational therapists and a physical therapy treatment protocol for persons with Post-Concussion Syndrome. She is a member of the Vestibular Disorders Association and has penned articles on balance and fall prevention and has provided regional lectures to area physicians, PTs, neuropsychologists, OTs, and athletic trainers on physical therapy and Post-Concussion Syndrome. She has participated in a research project looking at the benefit of physical therapy post-concussion.
Julie is a neurologic physical therapist providing excellent care for persons with multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, TBI, and CVA. Julie enjoys working with persons with complicated injuries and compound diagnoses. She considers herself an explorer who wants to get to the bottom of her patient’s deficit and put the pieces of the puzzle together to reduce their dizziness, improve their pain and increase their function. A long-distance runner and certified personal trainer (AAAI-ISMA), Julie enjoys working out with her friends and spending time with her family. She lives with her husband, three children, and black lab in Potomac, MD.
Dr. Daanish Memon graduated from the University of Maryland-Baltimore County with a BA in Health Administration and Policy, then went on to receive his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Marymount University. Daanish enjoys
treating a wide variety of orthopedic conditions and is passionate about continuing his education and training, to
provide more efficient and effective treatment strategies for his patients in order to achieve their goals.
Daanish is a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy (OCS) and has completed his Dry Needling
certification. He enjoys taking a holistic approach to care, understanding that health is multifaceted and each individual
client is unique.
A Montgomery County native, Daanish is an avid fan of the Washington Football Team and Washington Wizards. In his
free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, fishing, cooking, and trying new foods.
Dr. Michal Tekle completed her undergraduate studies at Virginia Commonwealth University and received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Howard University. She has received additional training in Manual Therapy, Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS), and Dry Needling, which allows her to develop an individualized treatment plan that is tailored to each person.
Michal has experience treating a wide variety of orthopedic conditions including spine dysfunctions, sports-related injuries, and post-operative care. She offers an integrative approach to treatment, which treats the whole person, rather than just the injury or condition. She incorporates manual therapy and functional movement-based exercises to achieve individual goals. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, working out, and exploring new restaurants in the area.
Rachel Deal received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland and her Doctor of Physical Therapy from George Washington University. Rachel was raised in Maryland and believes in giving back to the community. During school, Rachel volunteered at Pro Bono clinics and participated in outreach programs dedicated to early childhood development.
Rachel has spent her career in outpatient orthopedics and pelvic health. She is a Certified Running Rehabilitation Specialist and enjoys working with athletes of all ages and skill levels. Rachel believes in treating her patients with a holistic approach, encompassing manual therapy with exercise and education to optimize movements without pain and encourage the prevention of future injuries.
In her spare time, Rachel enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, and being outside with her energetic dog.
Dr. Katherine Michael is a native of Montgomery County, Maryland, and graduated from the University of Maryland with a BS in Kinesiology. She went on to complete her Doctorate of Physical Therapy and MS in Anatomy & Clinical Health Science from the University of Delaware. Katherine is also an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association.
As a physical therapist, Katherine draws upon her athletic background and has a passion for treating athletes of all ages with sports injuries. Katherine’s commitment to maintaining a life of health and wellness has allowed her to excel in helping patients overcome their physical and mental barriers so they can get back to the daily and recreational activities they love. She recognizes each patient is unique and understands the importance of customizing treatment plans based on the individual needs of the patient. Katherine brings a high level of energy to every session with the purpose of motivating and empowering her patients. She strives to develop a rapport with her patients, building on patient education and trust and finds the progress and success of her patients to be the most rewarding part of her work.
In her free time, Katherine enjoys traveling, hiking, playing sports, and relaxing on the beach.
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