North Platte Physical Therapy - Cheyenne (North)

 Nate Eakins, DPT, OCS, COMT, CSCS, SFMA, 

AIB-VR, C-PS

Clinic Supervisor

My interest in physical therapy was instilled while watching my mother work in Torrington as a Physical Therapy Aide. I am passionate about continuing education and maintaining the highest level of excellence in physical therapy. My patients will always come first, and I will work with you to achieve the best outcome possible.

Degrees: 

• Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy (In Progress), Texas Tech University
• Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of North Dakota
• Bachelor of Health Sciences, Minor in Chemistry, University of Wyoming

Certifications/Specialized Training:

• Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist
• Orthopedic Certified Specialist APTA
• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
• Certified Trigger Point Dry Needling
• Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner
• Certified Cupping Therapist
• Vestibular Certification
• Advanced Topics in the Examination, Evaluation, and Treatment of the Shoulder and Knee
• Champion Performance Specialist
• IAOM Elbow Course
• IAOM Wrist Course
• IAOM: Differential Diagnosis and Musculoskeletal Management of the Cervical Spine
• A Systematic Approach to Examination, Diagnosis, and Manual Therapy of the Wrist Part 1
• Diagnosis and Management of the Elbow
• ErgoScience FCE Trained
• Gray Institue, CAFS 
• Diagnosis and Management of the Thoracic Spine

Professional Society Memberships:

• American Physical Therapy Association 
• National Strength and Conditioning Association 

Community Involvement:

• Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce 

Hometown: Lingle, Wyoming 

Family: Wife: Lorelei Eakins, Children: Ava, Harper, & Hayes

Hobbies: Hunting, fishing, outdoor activities, and spending time with family

Kara Carter, PT, DPT, OCS, AIB-VR

Seeing patients progress through treatments and making a difference in their lives to regain function gives me a great feeling of personal satisfaction. Doing this work, you meet a variety of people from many walks of life and make lifelong connections with people. Physical therapy fosters a holistic approach and allows therapists to treat the individual, rather than the body part or injury. Lending a helping hand through all aspects of rehabilitation focused my career choice on physical therapy.

Education:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy, Clarke University
• Bachelor of Science in Pre-Medical, Iowa Wesleyan University
• Associate of Science, Lake Land College

Certifications/ Specialized Training:

• Advanced Topics in the Examination, Evaluation, and Treatment of the Shoulder and Knee
• Orthopedic Certified Specialist
• Vestibular Rehabilitation Certified
• A Systematic Approach to Examination, Diagnosis, and Manual Therapy of the Wrist Part 1--IAOM
• Diagnosis and Management of the Elbow
• Dry Needling Course 1
• Dry Needling Course 2
• Current Concepts in Orthopedic Physical Therapy
• IAOM Wrist Course
• IAOM: Differential Diagnosis and Musculoskeletal Management of the Cervical Spine
• Gray Institue, CAFS 
• Diagnosis and Management of the Thoracic Spine

Professional Society Memberships:

• American Physical Therapy Association 
• Orthopedic Section

Hometown: Potomac, Illinois

Hobbies: Hiking, camping

Family: Amanda, Shadow, and Max

Cole Brooks, PTA

"I decided to go into physical therapy after becoming injured in high school football. I really enjoyed the positive environment during my therapy experience and strive to provide the same for my patients."

Education:

• Associate of Applied Science Physical Therapist Assistant, Laramie County Community College

Certifications/ Specialized Training:

• IAOM Elbow Course
• IAOM Wrist Course
• IAOM: Differential Diagnosis and Musculoskeletal Management of the Cervical Spine
• Vestibular Certification
• A Systematic Approach to Examination, Diagnosis, and Manual Therapy of the Wrist Part 1
• Diagnosis and Management of the Elbow
• Sportsmetrics Certified
• Kinesio Taping
• IAOM Manual Therapy of the Lower Cervical Spine, Lumbar spine and SI joint
• Therapeutic Neuroscience Education
• Certified Cupping Therapist
• Gray Institue, CAFS 
• Diagnosis and Management of the Thoracic Spine

Professional Society Memberships:

• American Physical Therapy Association

Community Involvement:

• Member of Cheyenne Berean Church

Hometown: Cheyenne, WY

Hobbies: Fly fishing, hunting, hiking, and anything outdoors

Anne Berry, PTA

My father had suffered a stroke, and I was able to see firsthand the role that physical therapy played in his recovery and returning back to normal life. I knew then that I wanted to help people that way.

Education:

• Bachelor of Business & Marketing, Western State College
• Associate of Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, San Juan Farmington, NM

Certifications/Specialized Training: 

• Advanced Topics in the Examination, Evaluation, and Treatment of the Shoulder and Knee
• IAOM Elbow Course
• IAOM: Differential Diagnosis and Musculoskeletal Management of the Cervical Spine
• IAOM Manual Therapy of Lumbar Spine and SI Joint
• Vestibular Certification
• Diagnosis and Management of the Elbow
• Kinesio Taping
• Professional Memberships:
• Wyoming Board of Physical Therapy
• Gray Institue, CAFS 

Community Involvement:

• Valley Christian School Foundation Member
• Havens on the Rock Summer Camp Board Member

Hometown: Evergreen, CO

Family: Husband: Todd Berry, Children: Lance & Catie

Hobbies: Biking, skiing, traveling, and spending time with family

Craig Koger, PTA

Being an athlete my entire life, sports medicine and physical therapy have always been a passion of mine. After recovering from a shoulder injury, which I had to have surgically repaired, I was inspired by a Physical Therapist who helped me regain my strength in order to continue my sports career. I pursued this career in Physical Therapy to help others achieve their dreams and continue to do what they love.

Education:

• Bachelor of Kinesiology and Health Promotion and Sciences, University of Wyoming
• Associate of Applied Science Physical Therapist Assistant, Laramie County Community College

Certifications/Specialized Training: 

• IAOM Wrist Course
• Functional Movement Specialist
• A Systematic Approach to Examination, Diagnosis, and Manual Therapy of the Wrist Part 1
• Wyoming Board of Physical Therapy 
• Gray Institue, CAFS 
• Diagnosis and Management of the Thoracic Spine

Hometown: Wheatland, Wyoming

Family: Wife: Allyson Koger

Hobbies: Hunting, fishing, outdoor activities, cameras, spending time with his wife and two dogs.