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Clinical Staff

 

 

Gary MArcellus, BSBA, BSPTGary Marcellus, BSBA, BSPT
Co-owner of AllCare Physical Therapy, with over 20 years of physical therapy experience in orthopedics and home health care. Gary previously was the Director of the Rogozinski Spine and Orthopedic Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, and the owner of Marcel Enterprises, Inc., a home health contracting company in Florida.  Gary graduated Magna Cum Laude from Florida A&M University in 1986 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy. He earned a BSBA in Business Administration in 1983 from the University of Central Florida. Gary specializes in the treatment of back pain and general orthopedics.  

Gary and his wife moved to Santa Fe in 1997.   He has over 25 years personal training experience and served our country as a Naval Spanish Linguist for four years. His personal interests include weight lifting, hiking, traveling, sailing, scuba diving, and he is active in the Santa Fe community.

Laura Dimitrov, PT

Laura Dimitrov, PT
Graduated in 1997 from State University of New York at Buffalo, earning her Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy.  Laura has lived and worked in Santa Fe since 1999.  She has over ten years experience in orthopedic physical therapy and personal fitness training.  Laura is a certified dry needling practitioner and is currently working on her certification as a manual myofascial trigger point specialist, which are both effective treatment approaches for: TMJD, headaches, tendonitis, post MVA patients, chronic neck and back pain and athletic injuries.  Laura has a passion for holistic health and wellness, and she enjoys reading, traveling, skiing, hiking and practicing yoga.
 

Meghan Haid, DPT

Meghan Haid, DPT
Graduated in 2006 from Northern Arizona University as Outstanding Graduating Scholar with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.  In 1996 she earned a B.S. degree in Exercise Physiology from West Virginia University.  Her post-graduate certifications include trigger point dry needling and she is a certified Ai Chi Instructor with the ATRIC.  Meghan practices orthopedic manual therapy, including spinal manipulation.  She enjoys spending time hiking, running and practicing yoga.
 

Virginia A. Byrd, PT

Virginia A. Byrd, PT  
A native of Santa Fe, she graduated from the University of New Mexico in 1982 with a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy.  With over 25 years experience practicing in outpatient orthopedic clinics, Virginia has developed diverse clinical skills.  She takes great pride in her ability to relate to and motivate her patients.  Virginia has been a member of the American Physical Therapy Association for 27 years and is a current member of the Santa Fe Rotary Club, participating in numerous charitable activities.  In her spare time she enjoys furthering her professional knowledge through continuing education, is an avid tennis & golf player, reads extensively, and is a devoted mother & wife.

Denise Wojcik, MPT

Denise Wojcik, MPT 
Graduated in 2002 from Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut, with a Master's in Physical Therapy.  She completed her Bachelor of Science degree cum laude with a focus in environmental biology at Boston College in 1999.  Denise has six years of experience working in various settings including:  outpatient rehabilitation, inpatient and acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing and home care.  She combines her clinical experience with evidence-based treatment techniques to provide a well-rounded program for optimal patient care.  Denise has a passion for biking, various outdoor activities and mosaic/stained glass work.

Andrea Trujillo, DPT

Andrea Trujillo, DPT
Graduated from Northern Arizona University with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2007. In 2003 she earned a B.A. degree in Biology from the University of New Mexico. Andrea’s physical therapy experience includes both orthopedic outpatient care and acute care at a hospital where she worked in pediatrics and ICU settings. Andrea practices manual therapy including spinal manipulation. She enjoys spending her spare time running, backpacking, rock climbing and reading.

Jessica Salinas, LPTA 

Jessica Salinas, LPTA 
Graduated in 1997 from Luna Vocational Technical Institute with an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy. Jessica has over ten years experience as a physical therapy assistant, working in outpatient rehabilitation and long-term care.  Jessica works closely with AllCare’s therapists to ensure that patients receive quality care. Jessica is a native New Mexican and enjoys fishing and camping with her family.

Kelly Peverada, PTA

Kelly Peverada, PTA
Graduated from North Shore Community College in Danvers, Massachusetts in 2006.  Prior to becoming a PTA she previously worked as a medical assistant.  Kelly has a passion for culture and spirituality.  She is a believer in the holistic approach to healing and is certified in Reiki Levels 1 and 2.  She enjoys the outdoors and spending quality time with her family.
 
 

 

Averie Montgomery-Diener, GPTA, LMTAverie Montgomery-Diener, GPTA, LMT#4837
Graduated in 2000 from Luna Community College with an Associate of Applied Science as a Physical Therapy Assistant.  A native of Taos, NM, she worked six years in an outpatient orthopedic clinic before joining AllCare.  Averie is also a licensed massage therapist since 2004 and has worked in local spas and resorts throughout Taos and Santa Fe.  She and her husband are outreach Ministry Directors for the State of New Mexico and serve the community on a daily basis.  

 

Robin Zammas, Exercise Physiologist

Robin Zammas, Exercise Physiologist
Graduated in 1983 from the University of California at Davis with a Bachelor's in Exercise Physiology. Robin has over 15 years experience working with therapeutic patients in diverse settings that include the University of San Francisco Medical Center, UCSF and various physical therapy clinics. Robin received certification in Personal Fitness Training and in Massage Therapy while living in California. She is an outdoor enthusiast and enjoys hiking with her dogs and biking.  
 




Management Staff

Linda Marcellus, CPA

Linda Marcellus, CPA
Co-Owner of AllCare Physical Therapy, Linda graduated Cum Laude from University of North Florida in 1991 with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree and completed post-graduate studies in 1992 in advanced accounting.   Linda is licensed in the State of New Mexico as a C.P.A. and has worked with numerous non-profit agencies in Santa Fe.  In Florida, she was the Southeastern U.S. regional financial analyst for one of the largest cable companies in the U.S. before becoming a co-owner of a home health contracting company with her husband, Gary.  She enjoys running, NIA classes, hiking, scuba diving, traveling and cooking.

Patricia Yablonski, Practice Manager

Patricia Yablonski, Practice Manager
Brings 25 years experience in medical practice administration to AllCare.  She previously managed both family medicine and vascular surgery practices and, on a consulting basis, she has set up new practices and written OSHA and Medicare compliance plans.  For many years, she has studied nutrition and integrative medical approaches to health and healing.  She enjoys being outdoors in the sunshine and fresh air.