michellec@fremonttherapygroup.com

Michelle is the founder and partial owner of Rocky Mountain Sports & Physical Therapy, LLC and has built a well-respected practice based on individual patient care. Michelle has worked in Rock Springs for over 35 years. She holds credentials in wound care from the Wound Care Education Institute as well as extensive training in women's health issues including incontinence and osteoporosis. Michelle also has training in SFMA and FMS and is certified in Functional Dry Needling through Kinetacore and LearnIMS.

Michelle graduated from the University of Utah Bachelor of Physical Therapy Program.

Michelle and her husband, Stan, have three grown children: Chris, Ryan, and Megan. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking with her two dogs, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, tennis and golf. 

justin@fremonttherapygroup.com

Justin is the Clinic Director of the Rock Springs team. He has always had an interest in the human body's incredible ability to function and adapt in varied conditions. This fascination with anatomy combined with a love of exercise and athletic activity, inspired Justin to pursue a career in physical therapy. One of Justin’s favorite parts of physical therapy is the wide range of injuries and cases that he gets to see, but he has a particular interest in manual therapy, treatment of the spine, pain science, and sports medicine. Justin strives to create a personalized, research driven plan of care for each patient. His aim is to make sure each plan meets each individual’s needs and personal goals. Justin also holds advanced certification in dry needling.

Justin earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Idaho State University, and his Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from Brigham Young University. Expanding on his DPT, Justin has completed the esteemed Therapeutic Pain Specialist certification (TPS) through Evidence in Motion and International Spine & Pain Institute with Purdue University. TPS is the highest clinical competency of evaluation and treatment of pain that a practitioner can earn. Justin uses these valuable Pain Neuroscience Education skills to help patients conquer pain and teach therapeutic strategies to take control of their discomfort.

Outside of treating patients, Justin enjoys spending time with his wife and four children. They love hiking, barbequing, and any outdoor adventures.

ryanc@fremonttherapygroup.com

Ryan Cook brings a lifetime of interest to the field of physical therapy. Ryan uses evidence-based treatments to diagnose and care for individuals of all ages who have conditions that limit their ability to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. She also works with individuals to prevent the loss of mobility before it occurs by developing fitness and wellness programs for healthier and more active lifestyles.In either treatment scenario, Ryan enjoys spending one on one time with each patient to create their own unique treatment plan. In addition, Ryan has advanced training in sports performance, orthopedics, and in the areas of functional movement and mechanical fault correction.Ryan recently earned the national board certification of Sports Certified Specialist (SCS). The SCS designation is the highest qualification that a physical therapist can attain in the practice of Sports Physical Therapy and gives formal recognition for her advanced clinical knowledge, experience, and skills in this area. She looks forward to bringing her unique sports rehab knowledge to our communities, helping athletes of all ages regain and maintain function. 

Ryan attended the University of North Dakota where she graduated with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. During her time at UND, Ryan participated in cutting edge research including a study using NASA 3-dimensional technology to determine the impacts of bare-foot versus shod running.  Prior to her doctoral training, Ryan earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Black Hills State University where she played short-stop for the BHSU softball team. 

Ryan is happy to be treating patients in her hometown of Rock Springs and is looking forward to giving back to the town that raised her. She credits her physical therapist mother, Michelle Cook, as the inspiration for her chosen career path. She grew up watching the positive impact her mom had on patients’ lives and plans to continue that legacy of hometown, quality, patient care.  In her free time, Ryan enjoys softball, volleyball, biking, fishing, hiking, and spending time at the family cabin.

Cameron has a long interest in the medical field and physical activities which led him to pursue a career in physical therapy. He likes working one-on-one with patients to provide individualized care to help them return to their prior activity level. Cam enjoys the rural setting, allowing him to use a wide array of skills and continue learning about different specialties within the physical therapy world. Cam finds great satisfaction with helping patients to learn and grow and overcome obstacles. Cam is also fluent in Spanish and spent several months treating Spanish speaking patients during his clinical rotations. 

Cameron earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Rocky Mountain University. With an undergraduate degree from BYU-Idaho, Cam initially began his studies in video communication, with a robust background in arts and music. His passion for running and the opportunity to connect with patients and treat them on a personal level was the primary reason switched to the PT career path. 

Originally from Washington state, Cameron has grown to embrace Wyoming with his love for running, hiking, and camping. In addition, Cam spends his free time enjoying music, movies, video games, and playing guitar. 

Garrett was inspired to pursue a career in physical therapy because it combined his passions in life to give back to his community and help patients achieve their physical goals. Garrett’s skill, dedication, and compassion inspire his patients to overcome challenges and get back to life’s activities following surgery or an injury. Garrett enjoys working in diverse areas of physical therapy and has special interests in spine care, aquatic therapy,  and manual therapy. 

Garrett earned his Bachelor of Arts in Business Management: Entrepreneurship and spent several years in real estate and customer service-related business fields. He also has a substantial background in education having held several formal positions as a curriculum developer and language instructor. A desire to have a direct impact on people’s lives, inspired him to pursue his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Nebraska. His passion for physical therapy grows by the day as he guides patients on the path to recovery. 

Garrett and his wife are parents of three young children, along with a dog and cat. He enjoys a variety of hobbies including hiking, basketball, singing, watching movies/TV, video games, and spending time with family. Garrett also has a goal to author a book someday and has written several hundred pages worth of content related to this goal. 

As a Physician and Community Liaison, Austin focuses his efforts on supporting our clinics and clinicians to meet the physical therapy needs of all our communities. Austin works to facilitate a seamless connection between medical practitioners, businesses, and community members seeking to improve the well-being of themselves and the Wyoming workforce. With his educational background, Austin knows the critical importance of physical activity not only as a means of reaching health goals, but also as a lifelong journey toward overall wellness and mobility. 

Austin joins us with a robust educational background and has an acute interest in physical health and the importance of lifelong mobility. Austin earned his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology & Healthcare Promotions, as well as a Master’s degree in Healthcare Services Administration, both from the University of Wyoming. He also holds the Pain-free Performance Specialist Certification. Witnessing individuals meet their goals and develop lasting relationships with fitness is truly fulfilling, and this motivates Austin to continue fostering connections that positively impact both the healthcare community and the individuals it serves.

Born and raised in Rock Springs, he is a true Wyoming outdoorsman with passion for hunting, fishing, hiking, snowboarding, snowmachining, mountain biking, and golf. If it is outdoors, Austin does it! He also enjoys playing pool, singing karaoke, and watching football.

Nikki Robertson is the administrative lead for the Rock Springs office and the welcoming, friendly face that greets patients and guests upon arrival. She works with patients to collect the necessary documentation, confirms insurance coverage and schedules their physical therapy appointments. She also plays an important role in working with community members and the medical professionals we serve to ensure communication between our clinics and their practices are effective and efficient.  

Nikki has personal experience with the physical therapy world as a patient, and this fueled her interest in the PT industry and helping others. She is currently studying Business Administration and Human Resources at Western Wyoming Community College and plans to grow in this area of the healthcare field. 

Originally from Rock Springs, Nikki is an avid reader. She also enjoys time spent with her fiance and their three blue heeler pups. 

As a Physical Therapy Technician, Zoey works under the direction of our licensed Physical Therapists to help ensure each patient is guided through treatment in a productive and comfortable manner. Zoey takes great pride in  knowing that she is helping someone at a potentially tough time and appreciates the opportunity to make a difference in their lives. She also plays a vital role in overseeing the performance and function of the clinic. 

Zoey is pursuing an Associate of Applied Science in Information Systems at Western Wyoming Community College. After assisting her mother through physical therapy recovery, she found a passion for the PT industry and plans to remain and grow in the medical field.  

Hailing from Rock Springs, Zoey enjoys reading, crochet and spending time with her husband and family.