Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Specializing in whole-person, integrative care for chronic pain, combining medical evaluation with complementary therapies to support long-term healing and wellness.
Clinical Background & Experience
April is an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with experience in integrative medicine, behavioral health, and primary care.
Her clinical expertise includes:
👉Chronic pain and complex health conditions
👉Behavioral health care
👉Integrative and functional medicine approaches
She has worked in both Alaska and Washington in settings ranging from primary care and urgent care to behavioral health, helping patients with a wide range of physical and mental health conditions.
Education & Training
👉Master of Nursing, Family Practice — Seattle University
👉Master of Science in Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine — Bastyr University
👉Bachelor of Science in Natural Health Sciences
April also holds multiple certifications in integrative therapies, including acupuncture, massage therapy, herbal medicine, and yoga instruction.
Approach to Patient Care
April takes a holistic, patient-centered approach to care, focusing on the connection between physical, mental, and emotional health.
She works with patients to:
👉Understand the underlying causes of chronic conditions
👉Explore both medical and integrative treatment options
👉Support lifestyle, behavioral, and wellness changes
👉Empower patients to take an active role in their care
Her goal is to help patients reduce pain, improve overall health, and achieve a more balanced, sustainable quality of life.
Local Connection
April was born on the Kenai Peninsula and is proud to bring her integrative care approach back to Alaska, serving patients in the Anchorage area.
Personal Interests
Outside of the clinic, April enjoys spending time outdoors, including sailing, gardening, mountaineering, and off-grid living.
Specializing in medically focused massage therapy to reduce pain, improve mobility, and support recovery from injury and chronic conditions.
Clinical Background & Experience
Doris is a nationally board-certified Licensed Massage Therapist with experience in chiropractic and rehabilitation settings across Alaska.
Her clinical focus includes:
👉Chronic pain and complex conditions
👉Mobility limitations and functional movement
👉Injury recovery and rehabilitation
👉Myofascial restrictions and soft tissue dysfunction
👉Medically informed massage for chronic health conditions
She has worked in multiple clinical environments, including chiropractic and rehab clinics, where she developed a results-driven approach to pain relief and functional improvement.
Treatment Techniques & Modalities
Doris incorporates a wide range of therapeutic techniques and customizes each session based on the patient’s needs.
Her modalities include:
👉Deep tissue massage
👉Advanced myofascial release
👉Cupping and gua sha
👉Targeted stretching techniques
👉Essential oil therapy
👉Teishin (non-invasive Japanese therapy)
Her treatments range from light relaxation to deeper therapeutic work, depending on patient goals and tolerance.
Education & Training
👉Therapeutic Massage Certification — Alaska Career College
👉Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (BCTMB)
👉Licensed Massage Therapist — State of Alaska
Additional background includes experience as a medical assistant and diabetes educator, which enhances her ability to work with patients managing chronic health conditions.
Approach to Patient Care
Doris takes a personalized, patient-centered approach focused on both treatment and education.
She works with patients to:
👉Reduce pain and muscle tension
👉Improve mobility and range of motion
👉Support recovery from injury or chronic conditions
👉Provide guidance for long-term self-care
Her goal is to help patients improve their overall quality of life through consistent, effective care.
Local Connection
Raised in Kenai, Alaska, Doris has deep roots in the local community and is proud to serve patients throughout the Anchorage area.
Personal Interests & Community Involvement
Outside of the clinic, Doris enjoys outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, kayaking, hiking, camping, and snowshoeing.
She is also a dedicated supporter of veterans and first responders, volunteering with organizations like Battle Dawgs and advocating for suicide awareness.
Specializing in deep tissue and therapeutic massage for pain relief, injury recovery, and improved functional movement.
Clinical Background & Experience
Abby is a licensed massage therapist with experience working inchiropractic and clinical care settings, helping patients manage pain and restore mobility.
Her clinical focus includes:
👉Chronic pain and muscular tension
👉Injury recovery and rehabilitation
👉Soft tissue restrictions and mobility limitations
👉Functional movement and range of motion improvement
👉Personalized, assessment-based massage care
She has worked alongside chiropractors to deliver targeted, treatment-focused massage therapy, supporting patients with a variety of musculoskeletal conditions.
Treatment Techniques & Modalities
Abby customizes each session based on the patient’s needs, combining multiple therapeutic techniques.
Her modalities include:
👉Deep tissue massage
👉Trigger point therapy
👉Myofascial release
👉Therapeutic stretching
👉Cupping therapy
Her approach is focused on reducing pain, improving mobility, and supporting long-term functional outcomes.
Education & Training
👉Massage Therapy Certification — Orlando School of Massage Therapy & Yoga
👉Additional coursework in kinesiology — University of Alaska Anchorage
Abby also brings experience as a business owner, having founded and operated her own massage practice, where she provided individualized care and managed all aspects of patient treatment and operations.
Approach to Patient Care
Abby takes a personalized, patient-centered approach that combines clinical knowledge with a calm, attentive presence.
She works with patients to:
👉Reduce pain and muscle tension
👉Support injury recovery
👉Improve mobility and movement patterns
👉Create a comfortable and supportive healing environment
Her goal is to help patients feel better, move better, and maintain long-term wellness.
Local Connection
Abby has practiced in Alaska in both Anchorage and Fairbanks and is committed to helping patients in the local community improve their health and quality of life.
Personal Interests
Outside of the clinic, Abby enjoys staying active and spending time outdoors. She loves walking her Bernedoodle, Marshmallow, playing tennis and golf, and traveling to warmer destinations when Alaska winters set in.
Cynthia Phillips-Johnson, AGRNP, is an adult gerontology nurse practitioner at Pioneer Peak Orthopedics in Wasilla, Alaska. She was born and raised in Washington state.
Cynthia started her career as a massage therapist in 2001, co-owning a medical massage & spa business with her spouse until 2012. She moved to Utah in 2012, obtaining her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Southern Utah University in 2017. Cynthia moved to Alaska in 2019 with her family, where she worked at Providence Alaska Medical Center as a full-time registered nurse. While working, she attended the University of Providence, graduating in 2023 with a Master's in nursing and becoming a certified Adult Nurse Practitioner.
When not working, she loves being outdoors with her family and two dogs. She enjoys gardening and beautifying her yard, fishing, rock hounding, long drives, and dancing.
To meet with Cynthia and the team at Pioneer Peak Orthopedics, call the office or visit the orthopedic walk-in clinic today.