Kristi M. Pearage, PT, DPT

I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy with experience in acute care, outpatient orthopedics and pediatric school-based physical therapy. I earned my Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and a bachelor’s degree in medical and health humanities from Misericordia University.

During my doctoral education, I collaborated with a team of therapists and patients in Guyana on a research study highlighting an international collaboration to develop, implement and evaluate a falls prevention program for people after stroke. That work was later published in the Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal (PTJ).

My passion for exercise science and functional movement began as a young athlete and grew as a collegiate athlete at Utica University while studying health sciences. I continue to advance my skills and passion in this area, most recently completing the ACL Blueprint Course: From Start to Sport to further strengthen my expertise in injury prevention, injury rehabilitation and return-to-sport programming.

I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and activity levels, using evidence-based care and individualized treatment plans to help each patient achieve their personal goals and return to the activities they enjoy.

Outside of the clinic, I enjoy hiking, fishing and spending time with my family. I also volunteer for the PA Game Commission teaching classes that promote outdoor education, safety and conservation.