The OrthoSport Clinical Staff
Carol Lobitz M.A., P.T., O.C.S., Director and Owner, obtained a
masters degree in physical therapy from Stanford University and is board
certified as an orthopedic specialist. Prior to establishing OrthoSport in 1989,
Carol held positions as a clinical specialist with two prominent Bay Area
physical therapy groups. She has been a member of the faculty of the Kaiser Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program, teaching advanced courses in anatomy and biomechanics. Carol incorporates a broad spectrum of
treatment styles in her practice, including techniques from the Australian, Norwegian,
and Osteopathic schools.
Michelle Dunlap P.T.A., A.T.C., obtained a bachelors degree in physical education from San Jose State University in 1989, where she had extensive experience in working with intercollegiate athletic teams. She obtained her certification as an athletic trainer in 1990 and her license as a physical therapy assistant in 1994. Michelle has been a member of the OrthoSport staff since 1990.
Jan Cole M.A., P.T., obtained a masters degree in physical therapy from
Stanford University in 1981. After practicing in an adult neurological
rehabilitation facility in the Bay Area for two years, she focused
her practice on orthopedics. Jan has been on the OrthoSport staff since
1992. Her advanced course work in orthopedics includes two year long
courses in manual therapy with an emphasis in Norwegian and Australian
techniques.
Gail DeCamp D.P.T., obtained a doctorate in physical therapy from Elon University in 2007 and joined the staff at OrthoSport in 2008. Her practice style emphasizes manual techniques for treating orthopedic injuries as well as education in conditioning and home programs to facilitate complete rehabilitation. Gail's particular interest in sports injuries stems in part from her own passion for competitive sports. She is an avid cyclist and triathlete.
Susan Lazzarini P.T.A., A.T.C., obtained a bachelors degree in human performance/sports medicine from San Jose State University in 1984, where she worked with the intercollegiate athletic teams. She obtained her certification as an athletic trainer in 1987 and her physical therapy assistant licence in 1991. She has worked in outpatient physical therapy settings since 1984 and also has worked with the athletic teams of local high schools throughout the Bay Area. Susan has been a member of the OrthoSport staff since 2004.