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Heather Studsrud

PT, DPT, CIDN, PCES

  • Native of Northwood, ND

  • Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of North Dakota

  • Specializes in pelvic health, orthopedics, and dry needling

  • Active in the APTA ND and serves as ND Director of FUNfitness for the Special Olympics

  • Enjoys outdoor activities, family time, volleyball, golf, reading, and chips.

Brittany Peschel

PT, DPT, CIDN

  • Native of Halstad, MN

  • Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of North Dakota

  • Specializes in orthopedics, neurological rehab, and dry needling

  • Has presented on various physical therapy topics and completed numerous certifications

  • Passion for the human body and movement, stemming from a background as a collegiate athlete

  • Enjoys family time, staying active, and a great cup of coffee.

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Kari Torgerson

PT, DPT

  • Native of Ada, MN

  • Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of North Dakota

  • Specializes in treating neurological conditions (Parkinson’s Disease, stroke, TBI, MS, spinal cord injury) and dry needling

  • Certified in LSVT BIG, PWR! Moves, and Rocksteady Boxing for Parkinson's treatment

  • Enjoys family time, being active, and playing volleyball.

Emma Botker

PT, DPT

  • Originally from Clinton, MN

  • Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of North Dakota

  • Specializes in orthopedics and sports medicine

  • Passionate about collaborative patient care and helping clients achieve personal goals

  • Enjoys family time, being at the lake, reading, and staying active.

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Allison Buske

PT, DPT, CBIS

  • Originally from Wahpeton, ND

  • Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of North Dakota

  • Bachelors of Science in Psychology

  • minor in Rehab and Human Services 

  • Certificate in Vestibular Therapy and Certified Brain Injury Specialist

  • Specialty training in: Dry needling, Astym, craniosacral therapy and visceral mobilization​

  • Enjoys time with her husband and 4 children, loves exploring nature, camping, biking, and a suspenseful murder mystery audiobook!

Kerri Melby

Revenue Cycle Manager

  • From Halstad, MN

  • Played for the 2001 National runner-up Wildcat Volleyball team at North Dakota State College of Science, inducted into the NDSCS Hall of Fame (2011)

  • Started in Physical Therapy managing a front office, later became Regional Supervisor, overseeing 22 clinics across 4 states

  • Enjoys family time, outdoor activities (especially kayaking), and plans to travel frequently.

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Amy Bach

Clinical Manager

  • Originally from Laurel, MT

  • Moved to Fargo/Moorhead to attend Concordia College

  • Started a childcare center, later transitioned to administrative roles in physical therapy

  • Now manages her adult coworkers at Activate!

  • Enjoys family time, travel, cooking and baking, watching 80’s classics, and a quiet morning with a great cup of coffee.

Rita Lerud

Front Office Coordinator

  • From Tower City, ND

  • Attended North Dakota State University, discovered a passion for photography, and enjoyed a 30-year career

  • Transitioned to customer service roles, now serving as Office Coordinator in physical therapy

  • Enjoys spending time with her husband, 3 kids, and 2 granddaughters, relaxing at the lake, and watching sports.

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