Nancy R. K. Goddard, MSPT, DPT

Nancy R. K. Goddard, MSPT, DPT scholar, was born and raised in the Washington, D. C. area. Nancy was inspired to become a physical therapist during her mother’s battle with cancer. During this transition, Nancy was an account supervisor with Chiat Day Mojo, Inc. Advertising. Nancy decided after her mother’s passing to make her hobby her career and received a Master’s in Physical Therapy from the University of Miami School of Medicine Division of Physical Therapy in 1999.

She is working towards her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine. Nancy has 20 years experience working as a Physical Therapist and with neurologically impaired patients with particular interest in Alzheimer Dementia, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy, and stroke patient populations. Active in both the American Physical Therapy Association and served as Past Chair for the Southeast District Florida Physical Therapy Association, she has also completed 10 marathons, enjoys gardening, and singing karaoke!

Dr. Julio Cabrera PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, CSCS, Cert. MDT

Dr. Julio Cabrera PT, DPT graduated Magna Cum Laude from Mercy College with a B.S. in Health Sciences, and Cum Laude with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Julio began his journey into the field of physical rehabilitation as a personal trainer in 2008. His interaction with his clients as well as his collaboration with physical therapists regarding his clients’ post-rehab training brought about an interest in the field of physical therapy.

Julio truly enjoys treating all patients but has a particular interest in treating long-distance runners and high school athletes of varying sports, football, basketball, and baseball, in particular. In addition, he also enjoys treating patients that are looking to remain active and independent or even those that are looking to improve upon their athletic performance. Julio takes great pride in continuously cultivating his craft by taking a significant number of continuing education courses in his leisure time, learning new techniques to better serve his patients. In July of 2019, he obtained his board certification as a clinical specialist in Orthopaedic physical therapy from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. He is also certified as a strength and conditioning specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association and is certified in the Mckenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy.

Julio was originally raised in the Bronx, New York until he reached 11 years old and moved to the Hudson Valley region in upstate New York. In September of 2019, Julio decided to move to the sunshine state in order to escape the Northeast winters and to be closer to his family who has since moved to Florida from NY.

Dr. Kelley Carroll PT, DPT

Dr. Kelley Carroll PT, DPT was born and raised in West Palm Beach, Florida. Growing up, Kelley was a dancer and competitive roller skater developing knowledge of anatomy and growing her interest in strength and conditioning. Kelley was fortunate enough to shadow a family friend in the PT field and she fell in love with Physical Therapy. After high school, she attended Florida Atlantic University where she received her bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and Health Promotion. Kelley then went on to attend University of St. Augustine where she received her doctorate degree in Physical Therapy in 2019.

Kelley enjoys treating all patients but has a particular interest in treating patients with ankle injuries and low back pain as well as patients with neurological impairments including Parkinson’s Disease and history of stroke. When Kelley is not working, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing with her dogs, and going roller skating.

Georgette Newton, MS, OTR/L

Georgette Newton, MS, OTR/L, earned her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Barry University. She began her career over 17 years ago, and has many years of experience working with the adult and geriatric populations in various settings. She possesses a wide range of knowledge and experience in different diagnoses including UE orthopedic sub-acute rehab, neurological disorders, and generalized functional decline, to name a few.

Georgette has a passion for her clients and enjoys helping them see their potential for recovery and reach their goals of functional independence. She is also LSVT Big Certified and can assist with our Parkinson’s patients. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her family. She also enjoys reading, relaxing at the beach, and experiencing new restaurants in town.

Her love for physical therapy developed after observing in a physical therapy clinic and witnessing the impact physical therapists can have to help someone return to their daily activities.

Outside the clinic, Jocelina enjoys spending her time with family and friends. She enjoys going to the beach, rollerblading, and traveling to new places.

Dr. Ashley Kistler, PT, DPT

Dr. Ashley Kistler, PT, DPT graduated Cum Laude with a B.S. in Kinesiology: Pre-Professional Physical Therapy from Wesley College in 2018. She received an award in Excellence in Kinesiology: Pre-Professional Physical Therapy, and she was selected as top in her graduating class within the major. In 2021, Ashley graduated High Honors with a Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. Ashley has experience treating a variety of orthopedic and neurological conditions. She finds it vital to provide individualized one-on-one care to each patient in order to return each individual to the activities they love and need within their lives. She has played soccer since she was 4 years old, and she played at the collegiate level. She has had two ACL reconstructions which has helped her to empathize and provide high quality care to her patients.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her significant other, friends, working out, outdoor activities, and volunteering at Big Dog Ranch Rescue.

Elizabeth Almanza LPTA, PTA

Elizabeth Almanza LPTA, PTA was born and raised in West Palm Beach, Fl and graduated from South University with her Associates of Science degree in Physical Therapy Assistant. She fell in love with the physical therapy career after experiencing a soccer injury herself which required her to attend physical therapy and realized what a big difference the therapists made in her life, and helped her return to the sport she loved. She enjoys treating all orthopedic conditions, especially sports-related injuries.

Elizabeth is looking into furthering her education by returning to school to obtain her Bachelor’s degree in science, as well as potentially adding a strength and conditioning certification to her education. She loves spending her free time by going to the beach to relax, anything that has to do with soccer and is always up for a good time with friends and family. She is excited to share her journey as a PTA with Saylor!

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