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Mike Allen, MSPT, ATC, CSCS
Director of Physical Therapy

Mike joined the Steadman Hawkins Clinic in 1995 shortly after receiving his master’s degree in physical therapy from Wichita State University. As a former All-American football player from Fort Hays State University, Mike understands the value of quality rehabilitation, strength, and conditioning. He has worked with thousands of athletes at all levels and in all sports. Mike received his Athletic Training Certification while working with the Denver Broncos and he ahs been a member of the Colorado Rockies medical staff since 2000. Mike is dedicated to excellence and has pursued post-graduate education in the following areas:

• Certified Active Release Techniques
• Spinal Manipulation
• Strength and conditioning Specialist- NSCA
• Physio-ball training
• Advanced Strengthening techniques for the overhead athlete

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Jason McWilliams, MS, ATC
Head Athletic Trainer

Jason received a B.S. in physical education and athletic training from Eastern Illinois University and a M.S. in kinesiology from the University of Illinois. He joined the Steadman Hawkins team in 2000. Jason has worked with the Denver Broncos providing game day athletic training coverage from 2005-2008. In addition, Jason has been the primary rehabilitation provider for the Colorado Rockies minor league system since 2004. Jason also volunteers with the Rocky Mountain Athletic Trainers’ Association and the Colorado Athletic Trainers’ Association. Jason provides a wealth of knowledge and experience working with athletes at all levels.

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Michael Harmon, MPT

Michael, a native of Delaware, graduated from the College of William & Mary and received his masters in physical therapy from the University of Delaware in 2000. Michael enjoys skiing, hiking, and biking. Michael brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to our clinic and has undergone left shoulder surgery after a skiing accident in 2005.

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Brianna Lancaster, MSPT

Brianna is a Denver native. She graduated from Highlands Ranch High School and Mesa State College where she played varsity soccer. Brianna gained first hand experience with SHCD physical therapy after tearing her ACL. She joined the SHCD after completing her masters in physical therapy from the University of Colorado.

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Justin Rossetter, MSPT, ATC

Justin has been with SHCD since 2005. He comes with past experience dealing with athletes and active individuals at all levels. During his education at the University of Indianapolis, he received a B.S. in athletic training and was an athletic training intern with the Indianapolis Colts. He later received his M.S. in physical therapy from the University of Colorado. He enjoys hiking, mountain biking, and snowboarding.

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Jennifer Birrer, DPT

Jennifer is a Colorado native, where she graduated from the University of Southern Colorado and later received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Colorado. Her goals include manual therapy certification and Polestar Pilates certification. She also currently fits custom orthotics for SHCD patients. Jenn enjoys cycling and mountain biking, hiking, and snowboarding.

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Lise Stolze, MSPT

Lise earned her Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) degree in 1993 and is currently working toward her Doctor of Science (DSc) degree in orthopedics. She is a principal educator for Polestar Pilates, certified in the Gyrotonic® Expansion System, and is a certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Condition Association. She began working with Steadman Hawkins Clinic Denver in 2007.

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Matt Smith, DPT

Matt, originally from Pennsylvania, joined the Steadman Hawkins Clinic Denver in 2008 after doing a clinical rotation here while finishing his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Drexel University. His undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree was from Gettysburg College in Health & Exercise Science. Since joining the Steadman Hawkins Clinic Denver, Matt has developed an interest in ACL Prevention programs and in return to sport programming. Matt enjoys working in a private setting because of the relationships and bonds created with patients as they progress through the healing process. His interests outside of work include: lacrosse, snowboarding, rock climbing, mountain biking, hiking, and fly fishing.

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Mark Zaccone, ATC

Mark is a native of Ohio, who obtained his Athletic Training undergraduate degree from University of Cincinnati in 2004. While a student at University of Cincinnati Mark had the opportunity to work for the Colorado Rapids as an athletic trainer intern. After moving to Denver in 2006, Mark began working for Regis Jesuit High School as an athletic trainer. He has been with Steadman Hawkins Clinic Denver since 2007.

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Nick Houkal, PTA

Nick is a graduate of Arapahoe Community College where he earned his Physical Therapist Assistant degree. Nick gained valuable rehabilitation principles when he was in physical therapy for his own knee and elbow injuries. Nick has been with Steadman Hawkins Clinic Denver since 2007.

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 Alice Altepeter, MPT

Alice received her Bachelor's of Science in Exercise Science and her Master's of Physical Therapy from Saint Louis University.  She spent the next two years working as a travelling physical therapist where she gained experience in both the inpatient and the outpatient settings.  Here at Steadman Hawkins Clinic Denver, she works with a variety of patients and athletes to get them back to sport after injury.  Her outside interests include: swimming, running, hiking, biking, and traveling.

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Sarah Hyslop, MPT

Sarah, originally from Cape Girardeau, Missouri, joined  the Steadman Hawkins Clinic Denver after a brief stint as a staff Physical Therapist in an outpatient clinic.  She received her Bachelor's of Science degree in Movement Science from the University of Evansville where she played varsity basketball.  She then went on to the University of Missouri and received her Master's Degree in Physical Therapy.  As part of her school rotation, Sarah spent time as a student here at SHCD. She enjoys progressing patients and athletes through the rehabilitation process. In her free time she enjoys outdoor activities such as: skiing, mountian biking, rock climbing, and basketball.

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