North Providence, RI
Highbar - North Providence is located at the corner of Douglas Ave and Mineral Spring Ave in North Providence. This clinic features a bright and spacious waiting room as well as a large open gym area and four private treatment rooms. With an LSVT specialist, Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialists, vestibular specialists, and sports specialists, we are ready to help every patient live their happiest, healthiest life. From the moment you walk into the clinic, you’ll be greeted by smiling faces and staff who are ready to make you feel welcomed and supported while making you laugh with a revolving joke of the day.
Meet the Team
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Clinic Director: Dr. Jake Broccolo PT, DPT, OCS
Dr. Jake Broccolo PT, DPT, OCS has been the Clinic Director in North Providence since 2022. He is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, post-surgical care, sports-related injuries, and balance and falls. From athlete to patient then physical therapist, Jake offers expertise in baseball and football injuries and training. He also enjoys helping older patients build their balance and mobility to reduce their risk of falls. He has earned certification in trigger point dry needling. In his spare time, Jake goes to the gym, rides his bike, and plays golf. He has also recently taken up rollerblading as a hobby!
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Stephanie Morris is a Physical Therapist Assistant who specializes in orthopedics, manual therapy, sports injuries, and aquatic therapy. She loves building meaningful relationships and helping her patients move without pain.
In her free time, Stephanie likes to read, hike, travel, and watch the Patriots and Bruins play. She volunteers annually with the South Foster Fire Station 5K Road Race and the Kirkbrae Country Club Cancer Benefit and is a proud supporter of the RI SPCA.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Sports Injuries
Headaches
Balance & Falls
Aquatics
Stephanie Morris is a Physical Therapist Assistant who specializes in orthopedics, manual therapy, sports injuries, and aquatic therapy. She loves building meaningful relationships and helping her patients move without pain.
In her free time, Stephanie likes to read, hike, travel, and watch the Patriots and Bruins play. She volunteers annually with the South Foster Fire Station 5K Road Race and the Kirkbrae Country Club Cancer Benefit and is a proud supporter of the RI SPCA.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Sports Injuries
Headaches
Balance & Falls
Aquatics
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Dr. Kathryn Pereira is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, and balance and falls. Her passion is to create meaningful connections with her patients so they can achieve their personal goals. She believes in the importance of empowering her patients to improve their health and mobility through education.
In her free time, Kathryn enjoys baking, trying new restaurants, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family. She’s also a big Boston sports fan, especially when it comes to the Boston Bruins, and loves to cheer on the US Women’s National Soccer Team.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Sports Injuries
Balance & Falls
Dr. Kathryn Pereira is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, and balance and falls. Her passion is to create meaningful connections with her patients so they can achieve their personal goals. She believes in the importance of empowering her patients to improve their health and mobility through education.
In her free time, Kathryn enjoys baking, trying new restaurants, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family. She’s also a big Boston sports fan, especially when it comes to the Boston Bruins, and loves to cheer on the US Women’s National Soccer Team.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Sports Injuries
Balance & Falls
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Dr. Rachel DeBlois is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, vestibular, and balance & falls. She is passionate about taking someone from a painful or limited place to being able to live a healthy, unlimited, and pain-free life.
While she’s not treating patients in the clinic, Rachel loves to dance, cook, and bake. She has recently started cycling and is working towards her goal of riding 100 miles with the NE Parkinson’s Ride. She is also a New England/Boston sports fan!
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Vestibular
Balance & Falls
Dr. Rachel DeBlois is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, vestibular, and balance & falls. She is passionate about taking someone from a painful or limited place to being able to live a healthy, unlimited, and pain-free life.
While she’s not treating patients in the clinic, Rachel loves to dance, cook, and bake. She has recently started cycling and is working towards her goal of riding 100 miles with the NE Parkinson’s Ride. She is also a New England/Boston sports fan!
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Vestibular
Balance & Falls
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Dr. William Hilton is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, the spine, sports-related injuries, and balance & falls. He is passionate about educating his patients on the importance of a healthy lifestyle and exercise to help them recover from pain or injuries.
In his free time, William enjoys hiking, going to the gym, weightlifting, and playing trading card games.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Spine
Sports Injuries
Balance & Falls
Dr. William Hilton is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, the spine, sports-related injuries, and balance & falls. He is passionate about educating his patients on the importance of a healthy lifestyle and exercise to help them recover from pain or injuries.
In his free time, William enjoys hiking, going to the gym, weightlifting, and playing trading card games.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Spine
Sports Injuries
Balance & Falls
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Dr. Ashley Tamke is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, the spine, dance, and balance & falls. She loves being a physical therapist and helping her patients get back to their lives without pain or limitation. Her favorite part about being a clinician is finding creative ways to help reduce pain for her patients.
In her free time, Ashley enjoys running and has run a total of 12 marathons, including the Boston Marathon 4 times. She resides in Cumberland, RI with her husband Matt, her sons Jacob and Thomas, and their dog Sophie.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Spine
Balance & Falls
Dance
Dr. Ashley Tamke is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, the spine, dance, and balance & falls. She loves being a physical therapist and helping her patients get back to their lives without pain or limitation. Her favorite part about being a clinician is finding creative ways to help reduce pain for her patients.
In her free time, Ashley enjoys running and has run a total of 12 marathons, including the Boston Marathon 4 times. She resides in Cumberland, RI with her husband Matt, her sons Jacob and Thomas, and their dog Sophie.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Spine
Balance & Falls
Dance
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Dr. Ashley Cummings is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, vestibular, figure skating, and performing arts. She is passionate about helping people get back to the activities they enjoy and loves watching the progress her patients make during each step of their treatment. As a formerly competitive figure skater, Ashley has firsthand experience with recovering from sports-related injuries and now she loves to figure skate for fun.
In her free time, Ashley enjoys exploring new restaurants, going to live music events, hiking, and Pilates.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Sports Injuries
Vestibular
Figure Skating
Performing Arts
Dr. Ashley Cummings is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, vestibular, figure skating, and performing arts. She is passionate about helping people get back to the activities they enjoy and loves watching the progress her patients make during each step of their treatment. As a formerly competitive figure skater, Ashley has firsthand experience with recovering from sports-related injuries and now she loves to figure skate for fun.
In her free time, Ashley enjoys exploring new restaurants, going to live music events, hiking, and Pilates.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Sports Injuries
Vestibular
Figure Skating
Performing Arts
Dr. Michael McGuire is an avid runner. He loves running 5K's and 10K's. He received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Scranton. Outside of normal orthopedic conditions. Dr. McGuire specializes in treating concussions and vestibular conditions. In his free time he loves cheering on the New England Patriots.
"I love forming trusting relationships with my patients and assist them in achieving their physical therapy goals!"
Dr. Michael McGuire is an avid runner. He loves running 5K's and 10K's. He received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Scranton. Outside of normal orthopedic conditions. Dr. McGuire specializes in treating concussions and vestibular conditions. In his free time he loves cheering on the New England Patriots.
"I love forming trusting relationships with my patients and assist them in achieving their physical therapy goals!"
Meet Taylor Simone Bairos, a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant specializing in Pregnancy/OB and Pelvic Health. Graduating with her degree from the New England Institute of Technology in 2020, Taylor has furthered her expertise with certifications including Herman and Wallace Level 1 and the Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist Certification. Affiliated with RIAPTA, she is passionate about helping individuals restore their movement and alleviate pain. Outside of work, Taylor enjoys outdoor activities with her family, such as hiking and kayaking, and is committed to pelvic rehabilitation, inspired by her own journey to overcome postpartum challenges.
Specialties:
Pregnancy / OB
Pelvic Health
Meet Taylor Simone Bairos, a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant specializing in Pregnancy/OB and Pelvic Health. Graduating with her degree from the New England Institute of Technology in 2020, Taylor has furthered her expertise with certifications including Herman and Wallace Level 1 and the Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist Certification. Affiliated with RIAPTA, she is passionate about helping individuals restore their movement and alleviate pain. Outside of work, Taylor enjoys outdoor activities with her family, such as hiking and kayaking, and is committed to pelvic rehabilitation, inspired by her own journey to overcome postpartum challenges.
Specialties:
Pregnancy / OB
Pelvic Health
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Martha Ragsdale is a dedicated physical therapist with a passion for empowering individuals to optimize their physical potential. They earned their Bachelor of Arts degree from Colgate University in 1984, followed by a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Pacific University in 2008.
Martha remains committed to providing exceptional care and support to her patients, finding great joy in helping others achieve their wellness goals. In addition to her professional endeavors, she enjoys traveling, hiking, and exploring the performing arts. These hobbies reflect her belief in the importance of a well-rounded lifestyle. With a focus on holistic care, Martha continues to make a positive impact in the lives of those she serves.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Martha Ragsdale is a dedicated physical therapist with a passion for empowering individuals to optimize their physical potential. They earned their Bachelor of Arts degree from Colgate University in 1984, followed by a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Pacific University in 2008.
Martha remains committed to providing exceptional care and support to her patients, finding great joy in helping others achieve their wellness goals. In addition to her professional endeavors, she enjoys traveling, hiking, and exploring the performing arts. These hobbies reflect her belief in the importance of a well-rounded lifestyle. With a focus on holistic care, Martha continues to make a positive impact in the lives of those she serves.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
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