We are a local Physical Therapist owned outpatient clinic. We pride ourselves in offering unmatched care in Southwest Colorado. We are currently the only physical therapy clinic in the region with a full doctorate trained staff. We commit ourselves to learning how to better serve our patients.
We are currently looking for a full time Physical Therapist to join our team! Please contact us for details!
We encourage Physical Therapy Students to apply for clinical rotations at our clinic!
Physical Therapists
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Dr. Michael Grajeda, PT, DPT |
Dr. Megan Flesch, PT, DPT |
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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 6 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, running, hiking, and cross country skiing.
Michael Grajeda at the 2017 Very Scary Time Trial at Geer Park in Cortez, CO.
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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.
Megan Flesch at the 2017 Half Ironman in Lubbock, TX.
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Dr. Bethany Urquidez, PT, DPT, COMT
Bethany is a Colorado native who grew up in Durango, Colorado. She received her bachelor’s degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology from Fort Lewis College before attending the University of Washington for her clinical doctorate in 2013. She worked in the Northwest for a few years before moving to Phoenix. In Phoenix, she became certified in dry needling and LSVT Big for treatment of patients with Parkinson’s. In the clinic, she has experience with treating numerous orthopedic conditions, chronic pain, and TMJ disorders. Her hobbies outside of work include hiking, running, crafting, and spending any free time with her husband, young daughter, and three dogs.
- Bachelor of Science Cellular and Molecular Biology/ Minor in Chemistry, Fort Lewis College 2009
- Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Washington 2013
- Certification of Orthopedic Manual Therapy 2014
- Dry Needling Certification 2016
- LSVT Big Certification 2017
Scheduling and Insurance Specialist
Cheyenne Tanner
Cheyenne was born and raised in Cortez, Colorado and graduated from MCHS in 2016. She obtained her Certified Nursing Assistant license in May of 2016 and has worked as a CNA for 3 years in nursing homes and home health. "Becoming a CNA has given me a passion in providing care for others, I knew that I wanted to further my career within the medical field." During the summer of 2018, she decided to further her education towards becoming a physical therapist assistant. She is currently taking classes at San Juan College in Farmington, NM. During her free time she enjoys hiking in the mountains with her dogs, camping, fishing, and kayaking. If I am not out exploring, I am at the Crossfit gym or playing city league volleyball at the Rec Center.
High Desert Physical Therapy
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