High Desert Physical Therapy: Physical Therapists

We are a local Physical Therapist owned outpatient clinic. We pride ourselves in offering unmatched care in Southwest Colorado. We commit ourselves to learning how to better serve our patients.

Dr. Michael Grajeda, PT, DPT

Michael is originally from Dallas, Texas. He attended Texas Tech University in Lubbock and obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biology in 2009. He then went on to physical therapy school and obtained a clinical doctorate in 2013 from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Michael has worked in orthopedics now for over 11 years. Michael is working toward certification as a strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) and he is currently certified in Functional Dry Needling. He has also completed advanced training to treat clients with vestibular disorders. Michael's professional interests include nonsurgical treatment of common disorders such as knee pain, spinal disorders, bicycle fitting, and shoulder injuries. In his free time he enjoys cycling and skiing.

Bachelor of Science Biology, Minor in Chemistry, Texas Tech University 2009
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center 2013
Advanced Vestibular Training 2015
Functional Dry Needling Certified 2017

Dr. Megan Flesch, PT, DPT

Megan is originally from Appleton, Wisconsin. She attended Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI for her undergraduate and graduate degrees. She graduated from Marquette in 2014 with her clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Since then, she has worked exclusively in the outpatient orthopedic setting. She is certified in Functional Dry Needling and Women's Health treatment of pelvic floor disorders. She has also completed advanced training to treat clients with vestibular disorders. In her free time she enjoys distance running, triathlons, cross country skiing, camping, and reading.

Bachelor of Biomedical Science / Minor in Business Administration, Marquette University 2012
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Marquette University 2014
Advanced Vestibular/Balance Training 2015
Functional Dry Needling Certified 2017
Pelvic Floor Specialist: Herman-Wallace Certification 2018

Dr. Brooke McDonald, PT, DPT

Brooke is originally from Canton, MI. She attended Marquette University for both her undergraduate and graduate degrees. She received her undergraduate degree in Exercise Physiology in 2022 and her clinical Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2024. Brooke has plans to obtain her Functional Dry Needling certification and Strength and Conditioning Specialist Certification. Her professional interests are treating orthopedic conditions, pediatric sports rehab, and women’s health treatment of pelvic floor disorders. In her free time she enjoys hiking, watching sports, reading, being creative, and exploring the area.

Honors Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology, Marquette University 2022
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Marquette University 2024

Carla Manjarrez, PTA

Carla is a native of Cortez Colorado, She attended Pueblo Community College and graduated with her Associates of Applied Science Physical Therapist Assistant in May of 2018. She has worked in an Inpatient Rehab Facility and has experience in stroke rehabilitation and joint/ortho trauma. In her free time Carla likes to go on runs, hike, read, and spend time with family and friends.

Brandon Todacheenie, PTA

Brandon is a local to the four corners area and resides on the Navajo Reservation in NM. He obtained his Associates of Applied Science in the Physical Therapy Assistant program in 2023 from San Juan College. He previously worked as a Health Technician for the Navajo Nation Special Diabetes Program. Brandon enjoys building meaningful relationships with his patients and seeing their progress towards their goals. In his off time, he enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, running, obstacle course racing, calisthenics, and farming.

Angie Burkholder

Angie Burkholder moved to Cortez from Bradenton Florida in October of 2019 to be closer to her family. Formerly her career was in the dental field both as a certified dental assistant and for the last 17 years as a administrative assistant in a pediatric dental office. Angie is loving Cortez and is looking forward to becoming more acquainted with the area and the people in the community. In her leisure time she enjoys spending time with her mom and grandchildren, gardening, cooking and reading.

Lyn German

LynAnne German moved to the area in 2020, although she spent every summer in Rico since 1965. LynAnne grew up in Arizona, leaving to attend CSU-Fresno where she earned a BA in English and her teaching credentials. She retired from teaching in Arizona after working in public education for 30 years. Lyn has always enjoyed working with people and finds her position here a wonderful new way to continue meeting and assisting the people in our area.