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Roy Rivera Jr., PT, PhD, DPT, MCHES, is a licensed physical therapist and owner of Elation Physical Therapy in Houston, Pearland and Cypress, Texas.
Working across a variety of health care settings, Dr. Rivera has a philosophy and interest in helping people reach or return to their peak physical conditions in the face of physiological setbacks.
After earning his Bachelor of Arts in biology at Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, Dr. Rivera went on to earn his Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.
Dr. Rivera continued his education at the Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Provo, Utah, completing his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT). He then went on to earn his Doctor of Philosophy in health studies at Texas Woman’s University in Denton, Texas.
Dr. Rivera is also a master-certified health education specialist. He’s a professional member of the American Physical Therapy Association — Private Practice Section, the Texas Physical Therapy Association, and the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing.
Focusing on creating an inclusive and open healthcare environment, Dr. Rivera wrote the book “Shantay, You Stay: A Healthcare Provider’s Guide to LGBT+ Inclusive Practices.”
Dr. Rivera is a finish line emergency medical team volunteer at the Chevron Houston Marathon and board member at Out for Education, a nonprofit organization that provides scholarships to LGBTQIA+ youth from the Houston area or attending college or universities in Houston.
In his free time, Dr. Rivera dedicates himself to athletics and understands the demands that sports and other physical activities have on the human body. He routinely participates in cardiovascular and resistive strength training and plays competitive men’s tennis.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Biology - Southwestern University, Georgetown, TX
Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) - The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) - Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, Provo, UT
Doctor of Philosophy in Health Studies - Texas Woman’s University, Denton, TX
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
American Physical Therapy Association
Texas Physical Therapy Association
National Commission for Health Education Credentialing
CERTIFICATIONS
Master Certified Health Education Specialist - National Commission for Health Education Credentialing
Dr. Koborsi is a licensed Physical Therapist at Elation Physical Therapy’s Heights location in Houston, Texas. He is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. His clinical interests include sports medicine, general orthopedic conditions, and neurological physical therapy.
He strongly emphasizes an exercise-based approach to physical rehabilitation. His process often entails educating his patients on therapeutic exercise, helping them to maximize function while mitigating injury or disability.
Dr. Koborsi is certified in Functional Dry Needling Levels 1 and 2 with Evidence in Motion and very often integrates this into his practice for pain management.
In his spare time, he enjoys participating in regular physical activity and resistance training. He also loves spending time with family and friends, binging shows on HBO and Netflix, cooking, and traveling.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology for Healthcare Professionals – University of Houston, Houston, TX
Doctor of Physical Therapy – University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
American Physical Therapy Association
Texas Physical Therapy Association
CERTIFICATIONS
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy – American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
Functional Dry Needling Levels 1 and 2 – Evidence in Motion
“Dr. Koborsi provided great advice to assist me with my discomfort. This was my first time visiting and I was very pleased with the professionalism and attention to care.”
Dr. Jonathan Koborsi, DPT
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Roy Rivera Jr., PT, PhD, DPT, MCHES, is a licensed physical therapist and owner of Elation Physical Therapy in Houston, Pearland and Cypress, Texas.
Working across a variety of health care settings, Dr. Rivera has a philosophy and interest in helping people reach or return to their peak physical conditions in the face of physiological setbacks.
After earning his Bachelor of Arts in biology at Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, Dr. Rivera went on to earn his Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.
Dr. Rivera continued his education at the Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Provo, Utah, completing his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT). He then went on to earn his Doctor of Philosophy in health studies at Texas Woman’s University in Denton, Texas.
Dr. Rivera is also a master-certified health education specialist. He’s a professional member of the American Physical Therapy Association — Private Practice Section, the Texas Physical Therapy Association, and the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing.
Focusing on creating an inclusive and open healthcare environment, Dr. Rivera wrote the book “Shantay, You Stay: A Healthcare Provider’s Guide to LGBT+ Inclusive Practices.”
Dr. Rivera is a finish line emergency medical team volunteer at the Chevron Houston Marathon and board member at Out for Education, a nonprofit organization that provides scholarships to LGBTQIA+ youth from the Houston area or attending college or universities in Houston.
In his free time, Dr. Rivera dedicates himself to athletics and understands the demands that sports and other physical activities have on the human body. He routinely participates in cardiovascular and resistive strength training and plays competitive men’s tennis.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Biology - Southwestern University, Georgetown, TX
Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) - The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) - Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, Provo, UT
Doctor of Philosophy in Health Studies - Texas Woman’s University, Denton, TX
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
American Physical Therapy Association
Texas Physical Therapy Association
National Commission for Health Education Credentialing
CERTIFICATIONS
Master Certified Health Education Specialist - National Commission for Health Education Credentialing
Dr. Koborsi is a licensed Physical Therapist at Elation Physical Therapy’s Heights location in Houston, Texas. He is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. His clinical interests include sports medicine, general orthopedic conditions, and neurological physical therapy.
He strongly emphasizes an exercise-based approach to physical rehabilitation. His process often entails educating his patients on therapeutic exercise, helping them to maximize function while mitigating injury or disability.
Dr. Koborsi is certified in Functional Dry Needling Levels 1 and 2 with Evidence in Motion and very often integrates this into his practice for pain management.
In his spare time, he enjoys participating in regular physical activity and resistance training. He also loves spending time with family and friends, binging shows on HBO and Netflix, cooking, and traveling.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology for Healthcare Professionals – University of Houston, Houston, TX
Doctor of Physical Therapy – University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
American Physical Therapy Association
Texas Physical Therapy Association
CERTIFICATIONS
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy – American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
Functional Dry Needling Levels 1 and 2 – Evidence in Motion
“Dr. Koborsi provided great advice to assist me with my discomfort. This was my first time visiting and I was very pleased with the professionalism and attention to care.”
At Preserve Physical Therapy, board-certified physical therapist Rupal Mehta, PT, MS, DPT, PhD, provides physical therapy and rehabilitation to adults in The Woodlands, Texas, and throughout Montgomery County.
Dr. Mehta was born and raised in India. He studied at Ramiah Medical College in Bengaluru, earning his undergraduate and master’s degrees in physical therapy. After graduation, Dr. Mehta moved to the United States. He enrolled at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in Florida, earning his Doctor of Physical Therapy.
Dr. Mehta brings more than 20 years of clinical experience to Preserve Physical Therapy. His extensive training in manual orthopedic physical therapy and neurological rehabilitation let him manage various musculoskeletal and vestibular problems.
People of all ages visit Preserve Physical Therapy for back, neck, and shoulder pain, balance disorders, and hip, knee, and foot pain. Dr. Mehta takes an integrative treatment approach, emphasizing minimally and non-invasive therapies.
Dr. Mehta is the only physical therapist in the area offering biofeedback muscle training. This physical therapy subspecialty uses a combination of mind-body techniques and electronic sensors to improve the accuracy and quality of muscle performance and speed up recovery.
Dr. Mehta is friendly and compassionate and loves getting to know his patients. He treats people of all ages but is particularly interested in seniors and those with neurological disorders, as he specializes in fall prevention and balance training.
Preserve Physical Therapy is founded on two principles: prevention is better than cure, and every patient is unique. Dr. Mheta and his staff honor these beliefs in everything they do, working to relieve pain, restore mobility, and improve the quality of life.
Call or text Preserve Physical Therapy today to schedule a physical therapy consultation or request an appointment online.
Christina King, PT, MPT is a licensed physical therapist and owner of Elation Physical Therapy in Katy, TX. She is an energetic and compassionate PT who graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 2003. Christina prides herself in her diversity of her clinical experience, including orthopedic, neurological, pediatric, and women’s health practice areas. Her passion is in sharing her knowledge of the musculoskeletal and neurological systems so that clients maximize long-term recovery.
Mrs. King has 2 decades of continuing education, including courses across a vast range of orthopedic, manual therapy, kinesiotaping, stroke rehabilitation, and pediatric topics. To share her love of being a clinician, Christina also has had the privilege being an instructor in the classroom, lab, and clinic for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant students.
Outside of the clinic, Christina and her husband enjoy cheering on their two sons and daughter in extracurricular activities. Christina loves singing, dancing, playing piano, cheering on Oklahoma Sooners sports, and attending ballets, musicals, and concerts.
EDUCATION
Master of Physical Therapy – University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Tulsa, Oklahoma
Bonnie is our head PT and has over 25 years of physical therapy experience. She has worked in schools, home health and in early intervention, but most of her experience has been in pediatric clinics. Bonnie’s practice is informed by her strong interest in hearing and visual development and how the development of motor patterns and the development of vision work as interacting systems. This has led to her special interest in cortical visual impairment. In Bonnie’s words: “I love helping children with multiple disabilities, including CVI, to reach, improve posture, hold attention and understand movement.”
Brad Rickert, DPT, is the Clinical Coordinator and a highly trained physical therapist at Bowman Physical Therapy in the River Oaks neighborhood of Houston and Friendswood, Texas. He specializes in neck, back, shoulder, hip, and knee injuries and has expertise in neurologic physical therapy.
Brad attended the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, graduating with a degree in kinesiology pre-professional. He then received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of Central Arkansas in Conway.
He also completed training at Owens Recovery Science to become a certified Personalized Blood Flow Restriction (PBFR) provider.
Brad’s passion for the field was nurtured years ago, as he comes from a long line of physical therapists. A love of sports also drives him. The desire to work with athletes, helping them stay healthy and improve their performance, only strengthened his love of physical therapy.
“The human body is incredibly strong and adaptable. We all have the ability to learn and change after an injury, and there is nothing more rewarding than helping someone return to the sport or activity they love.”
– Brad Rickert
Brad's understanding of the patient's journey is professional and personal. Having experienced injuries, he understands the value of customized exercise and transforming therapy into a fun, successful experience.
He keeps therapy sessions upbeat and encouraging while pushing his patients to work, knowing their challenges firsthand.
Brad is a caring professional who values building relationships and making connections. He talks with each patient, teaching them about their injury and discussing exercise and lifestyle changes that support long-term health.
He puts patients on the path to recovery, using a gradual stepwise approach, promoting activities they enjoy, and motivating them by highlighting the human body’s resiliency.
Brad welcomes new patients and looks forward to continuing to work with existing patients, helping each one build strength and confidence.
Royce Bowman, PT, is the Director of Operations and an exceptional physical therapist at Bowman Physical Therapy in the River Oaks neighborhood of Houston and Friendswood, Texas. He helps patients heal and rehabilitate from a wide range of orthopedic conditions, but he has a special interest in the knees and shoulders.
Royce believes in adapting to each patient and creating customized care that meets their needs. He follows a holistic approach, searching beyond obvious symptoms to identify and treat all the factors contributing to pain, injuries, and diseases.
After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in kinesiology from Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana, Royce received a Master’s in human performance and exercise physiology from the University of Houston - Clear Lake in Texas.
While studying human performance and exercise physiology, he had a transformative experience. His time spent in a sports medicine facility drew him toward physical therapy, a career path he embraced.
Royce pursued his passion for physical therapy by earning a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Texas Woman’s University Institute of Health Sciences. He’s also certified to perform dry needling.
“I fell in love with the concept of physical therapy, first of all, because I enjoy teaching. I teach patients how to do certain exercises or perform certain functions. I teach parents about their child’s injury or why they have a recurring problem. I’m not only teaching but also guiding and helping people get back to their quality of life.”
– Royce Bowman
Central to Royce’s approach is the belief that patient education is the foundation of rehabilitation. By understanding the reasons for their exercises and physical therapy treatments, patients feel informed and empowered, contributing to their overall health and well-being.
Royce welcomes new and current patients who need to recover from pain, injuries, and orthopedic surgeries and conditions.
“What do I love most about being a physical therapy assistant? The satisfaction of being an instrumental part of a patient’s recovery from their diagnosis and all of the associated dysfunctions that go along with it.”
Laura Fertak is a long-time Houstonian who is one of the most experienced Physician Assistants in the Medical Center. She graduated Texas A&M University and received her advanced PA degree from UTMB, graduating with honors and a member of Alpha Eta Society. She has worked in healthcare for nearly 30 years beginning with orthopedic oncology, authoring a chapter on bone tumors, and returned to sports medicine orthopedics in 2005. She is often able to evaluate acutely injured patients same day, order the necessary imaging including X-rays and MRI, perform injections and initiate physical therapy. She also assists in the operating room and with all aspects of pre and post-operative care. Laura is a member of several physician assistant professional organizations including the Texas Academy of Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physician Assistants, and Physician Assistants on Orthopedic Surgery.
Christopher Bethart, PT, DPT, MDT, is an experienced orthopedic physical therapist and the owner of Physical Therapy Solutions in Houston, Texas. He offers conservative, holistic, and integrative treatments to individuals in the Greater Houston area. His mission is to help you feel better, move better, and perform better.
For his undergraduate studies, Dr. Bethart attended Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida, where he majored in exercise science and graduated cum laude. He then went on to earn his Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of South Florida in Tampa in 2013. He is McKenzie-certified and is a fellow in-training of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists.
In addition to using the McKenzie Method®, Dr. Bethart also uses techniques that include manual therapy and evidence-based strength and conditioning principles to help you heal and maximize optimal performance. At Physical Therapy Solutions, Dr. Bethart and the team routinely treat conditions like sports injuries, tendonitis, sciatica, and a range of other musculoskeletal conditions. They also offer post-operative rehabilitation to help patients recover from surgery with a greater sense of ease and a lower risk of complications.
To schedule a physical therapy appointment with Dr. Bethart and the skilled team at Physical Therapy Solutions, call the office or request an appointment online today.
Laura Fertak is a long-time Houstonian who is one of the most experienced Physician Assistants in the Medical Center. She graduated Texas A&M University and received her advanced PA degree from UTMB, graduating with honors and a member of Alpha Eta Society. She has worked in healthcare for nearly 30 years beginning with orthopedic oncology, authoring a chapter on bone tumors, and returned to sports medicine orthopedics in 2005. She is often able to evaluate acutely injured patients same day, order the necessary imaging including X-rays and MRI, perform injections and initiate physical therapy. She also assists in the operating room and with all aspects of pre and post-operative care. Laura is a member of several physician assistant professional organizations including the Texas Academy of Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physician Assistants, and Physician Assistants on Orthopedic Surgery.
Laura Fertak is a long-time Houstonian who is one of the most experienced Physician Assistants in the Medical Center. She graduated Texas A&M University and received her advanced PA degree from UTMB, graduating with honors and a member of Alpha Eta Society. She has worked in healthcare for nearly 30 years beginning with orthopedic oncology, authoring a chapter on bone tumors, and returned to sports medicine orthopedics in 2005. She is often able to evaluate acutely injured patients same day, order the necessary imaging including X-rays and MRI, perform injections and initiate physical therapy. She also assists in the operating room and with all aspects of pre and post-operative care. Laura is a member of several physician assistant professional organizations including the Texas Academy of Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physician Assistants, and Physician Assistants on Orthopedic Surgery.
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