Our Team

Stephanie Ahrens PT, DPT, LAT, ATC, CAFS

Jess Alumbaugh

My name is Jess Alumbaugh! I started at Hayward Physical Therapy & Wellness in May 2024. I grew up in the La Crosse area, attended college at UW-Richland and have recently moved to the Hayward area after living in Madison, WI for 8 years. I previously worked as a Preschool Teacher and decided to change career paths. I’m excited to further my career with Spooner and Hayward Physical Therapy & Wellness and get to know all the patients. In my free time I love to garden, read and spend time with friends and family.

Adam Barg DPT

Adam Barg, DPT grew up in Ladysmith, WI and attended UW-Stevens Point for his undergraduate degree in Health Science. He graduated in the Spring of 2019 with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Concordia University Wisconsin. Professionally, he has special interests in shoulder injuries, postural restoration, concussions, and sports orthopedics. Adam chose Physical Therapy because he loves working directly with individuals in order to give them the tools they need to help them move as pain free as possible and improve overall function.

In his free time he enjoys hunting, fishing, and playing an array of sports. Adam is now accepting new patients at our Hayward location! Give us a call to schedule your appointment today at (715) 699-1371.

Karlee Bishop

Karlee Bishop graduated from Spooner High School and now lives with her family in Hayward. Karlee’s job entails the authorization and verification of insurance for our patients. She enjoys working in the Hayward clinic and especially enjoys getting to know our patients.

Catalyna Brooks PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant – McLennan Community College in Waco, TX

Originally from Minocqua, Cat enjoys baking up delicious treats, playing soccer, volleyball, or tennis, and exploring parks with her husband and friends.

Gizelle Dean PT, DPT

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Slippery Rock University in 2007
• Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) from Slippery Rock University in 1994
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology/Secondary Education from Grove City College in 1990
• Program Coordinator and Associate Teaching Professor at Penn State Shenango’s Physical Therapist Assistant Program
• Recipient of 2022 Faculty Teaching Award across the Commonwealth Campuses
• Presented at 2022 Combined Sections Meeting National Physical Therapy Conference and 2021 ITLC Lilly Conference
• Elected to Nominating Committee of Southwest District of APTA-PA in 2022
• Member of the American Physical Therapy Association since 1991
• Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Gizelle now resides in New Castle, Pennsylvania. She enjoys sports and participating in outdoor activities.

Angela Domenico PT, DPT, CAFS

• Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Nova Southeastern University – 2020
• Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Illinois at Chicago – 2015
• Certification in Applied Functional Science from the Gray Institute – 2023
• Neubie Certified- 2023
• Certified in Dry Needling Level I and II- 2022
• Originally from Homer Glen, Illinois, Angela has ties to Northern Wisconsin as her family built a cabin on Little Saint Germain Lake over 20 years ago. Angela enjoys spending time with family, her dog, hiking, fishing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling.

Stephanie Flynn PT, DPT, OCS

• Doctor of Physical Therapy from South College in Knoxville, TN – 2018
• Bachelors of Science in Athletic Training from Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI – 2013
• Board Certified Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) – 2021
• Certified Functional Dry Needling through KinetiCore – 2019
• Certified in Blood Flow Restriction through Owens Recovery Science – 2018
• Certified in Pelvic Floor Function, Dysfunction and Treatment Level 1 and 2B through Herman and Wallace – 2019, 2021
• Adjunct Professor with South College Doctor of Physical Therapy School in Knoxville, TN
• Member of the American Physical Therapy Association and American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists
• Originally from Petoskey, MI, Stephanie enjoys spending time with her husband, being outside with her dog Gabby, traveling and spending time with family and friends.

Jeanne Giampa PT

Lane Granger PTA

Lane joined us in June as our PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant). He graduated from Lake Superior College in May of 2022. Lane is happily married with 6 children. He also enjoys the outdoors, exercising in many different forms, and is motivated to put a lot of effort into staying healthy. Lane really enjoys helping others to improve their life so they are able to get back to what they like to do.

We are very fortunate to have him as a part of our team and physical therapy family. If you are ever in either of our clinics; Hayward or Spooner, be sure to say a big Hello!

Gus Greife PT, DPT, OCS

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from UW-La Crosse – 2020
• Bachelor of Science in Biology with a biomedical science concentration from UW-La Crosse – 2017
• Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) from Evidence in Motion – 2023
• Member of American Physical Therapy Association
• Co-authored research in the Journal of Sport Rehabilitation related to sport-related concussions in adolescents.
• Originally from Antigo, WI, Gus enjoys fishing, hunting, hiking, running, skiing, and many more year-round outdoor activities. He is also an avid music enthusiast, enjoys learning new songs on his guitar and playing various instruments. Go Pack Go!

Geri Hardy PTA

• Physical Therapist Assistant since 1992.
• Certified in Massage Therapy
• Geri lives in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania with her husband Larry and their daughter, Marissa She enjoys watching her daughter play on the softball field and the basketball court, as well as getting together with family and friends.

Whitney Hribar PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Mayo School of Health Sciences – 2011
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire – 2007
• Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency through Evidence in Motion completed – 2013
• Board-Certified Orthoapedic Certified Specialist (OCS) by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) – 2013
• Certified in trigger point dry needling through Myopain Seminars in 2013 and recognized as a Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist (CMTPT)
• Certified in Applied Functional Science through the Gray Institute
• Special interests include manual therapy and sports medicine
• Member of the American Physical Therapy Association
• Whitney is a Wisconsin native, spending many summers fishing and golfing with her family in the Northwoods.  Her interests include running, hiking, kayaking, fishing, the Packers, reading, spending time with family and friends, and anything outdoors.

Austen Jentges PT, DPT, OCS

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Concordia University 2017
• Bachelor of Arts Biology – Ripon College, Ripon, WI -2014
• Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) from Evidence in Motion – 2023
• Member of American Physical Therapy Association
• Former NCAA DIV III Track and Field/Football Athlete
• Former NCAA DIV III Track and Field Coach
• Originally from the Port Washington, WI area, Austen frequented his family cabin in Tomahawk throughout his childhood and came back to the Northwoods in 2017. Austen and his wife, who is also a Physical Therapist, currently live in his wife’s hometown of Merrill, WI. Austen is a motorcycle enthusiast who enjoys motorsports, hunting, working out, and he is passionate about all athletics (especially golf, volleyball, and hockey). Austen continues to advance his educational journey and has completed an orthopedic residency to help individuals of all ages make a faster/more complete recovery and return to school, work, or retired life. He further has a great respect and appreciation for all our nation’s servicemen and women and public service individuals.

Kameron Johnson PTA

• Physical Therapist Assistant since 2021
• Graduate of Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
• Kam enjoys fishing, golfing, following Wisconsin sports and spending time with his wife and dog.
• Applied Functional Science Certification (CAFS) through the Gray Institute – 2024

Brandon Karstens PT

I am originally from New Ulm, MN. I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Minnesota Morris. I then completed my physical therapy studies at Concordia University Wisconsin. I enjoy spending time outdoors with my wife and son, Kelci and Oliver. Our family will soon be expanding as we are expecting our second child in June. Some of my interests include hiking, running, weight lifting, playing board games and reading.