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Brian is a Concord area native who received a BS degree in physical therapy from the University of New England in Biddeford, Maine. He later earned a CAS in Orthopaedics and a DPT degree from Mass General Hospital Institute of Health Professions. Brian spent the early part of his career in Beckley, West Virginia where worked and assisted in the development of an outpatient Sports Medicine Clinic that provided services to the area high school and college sports programs.
In 2000 Brian returned home and worked for a local hospital as a clinical specialist. Aside from patient care he worked to establish rehabilitation guidelines for post-operative care of multiple orthopedic surgical procedures. Brian founded Granite State Physical Therapy in 2004 to develop an outpatient physical therapy clinic which offers a full continuum of care for his patients. Brian continues to work with area High Schools to include Bishop Brady, Pembroke Academy, John Stark High School, Laconia High School, and Gilford High School.
In 2000 Brian returned home and worked for a local hospital as a clinical specialist. Aside from patient care he worked to establish rehabilitation guidelines for post-operative care of multiple orthopedic surgical procedures. Brian founded Granite State Physical Therapy in 2004 to develop an outpatient physical therapy clinic which offers a full continuum of care for his patients. Brian continues to work with area High Schools to include Bishop Brady, Pembroke Academy, John Stark High School, Laconia High School, and Gilford High School.
Brian enjoys treating patients with multiple orthopedic injuries and post-operative diagnoses to include musculoskeletal dysfunctions of the upper and lower quarter and spinal dysfunction. Brian is a Member of American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy (AAOMPT), American Society of Shoulder and Hand Therapists (ASSET) and the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). He is certified in Thrust Manipulation of the spine through the SWODEAM Institute. Brian is also a Certified Level III Medical professional with the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) and offers Golf Fitness and Rehabilitation programs throughout the area.
Scott Underwood was born and raised in the Fingerlakes region of New York State. In 1981 he graduated from Barrington College with a B.A. in Biology. In 1986 he graduated from the United States Army/Baylor University Program in Physical Therapy with a Master of Physical Therapy Degree. He was stationed at Fort Hood for two years where he earned credentialing as a Physician Extender which allowed him privileges for advanced assessment and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal dysfunctions. He later served at the United States Military Academy at West Point from 1988-1990 as Assistant Chief of the Physical Therapy Department. He also served as the team Physical Therapist for the Army Soccer Team. Scott came to New Hampshire in 1990 and worked for Concord Orthopaedics until 1998 when the practice was acquired by Concord Hospital. He served as Director of Outpatient Physical Therapy at Concord Hospital until 2005 before leaving to partner with Brian Verville, DPT at Granite State Physical Therapy’s Concord location. Over the years, Scott has continued to pursue excellence in the treatment of patients from all ages and interests who are in need of quality outpatient orthopedic and neurologic physical therapy services.
Mark earned a Physical Rehabilitation degree from Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts. While at Springfield he also played intercollegiate basketball. He gained his Physical Therapy degree from the University of New England in Biddeford, Maine. Mark has been practicing in the greater Concord area for almost 20 years. He currently treats patients with TMJ dysfunction, cervical, mid back and low back malfunctions, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, ankle and foot functional deficits. He has attended numerous continuing education courses concentrating on treatment for the knee and ankle. Part of his training included orthosis fabrication and implementation. Mark is certified with the Titleist golf company as a TPI medical golf instructor. He is also the preferred provider in central New Hampshire for the Steadman Hawkins Orthopaedic Institute of Vail, Colorado.
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Granite State Physical Therapy was happy to welcome Kelly to our team. Kelly brings over 20 years of experience to our group. Kelly eared her BSc in Exercise Physiology from UMass Lowell in 1993. She continued on to her MPT from UMass Lowell in 1995. Kelly has built her Career committed to providing the highest quality evidence-based care her patients.
Kelly has received advanced training in sports Medicine and orthopedics as well as women’s Health, vestibular rehabilitation, FCE’s, ergonomics, foot and ankle biomechanics, and aquatic therapy. Kelly is also a Graston Certified Specialist. Kelly has 16 years of clinical Management experience at clinics in MA and RI. She has worked in and gained skills in a variety of settings to include outpatient orthopedics, acute rehab, inpatient, and home care. Kelly offers a strong knowledge base to provide care for the professional athlete to the weekend warrior and general Orthopedic population.
Kelly’s vast experience as mainly focused on honing her skills in outpatient orthopedics and sports Medicine. Professionally Kelly maintains a special interest in treating endurance athletes. Personally when not working with patients Kelly enjoys ultra-distance trail running, boating, and paddle boarding.
Melissa earned her Master of Science in physical therapy from Husson University in Bangor, ME in 2006. She was raised in the Manchester, NH area and upon graduation moved back to NH where she’s worked in an outpatient orthopedic clinical setting. In 2010 she earned her Doctorate of physical therapy degree from Husson University and later joined Granite State Physical Therapy in April 2013. She enjoys treating patients of all ages with a variety of musculoskeletal and neurological disorders as well as post-operative diagnoses. She is certified in vestibular rehabilitation and is a member of the Vestibular Disorders Association (VEDA). Vestibular rehabilitation includes treatment of dizziness and imbalance, positional vertigo, and vestibular loss or dysfunction.
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Athletic Training Staff
Madisen received her Master’s in Athletic Training from Plymouth State University in May 2020. Prior to entering the Master’s program, she attended Plymouth State as an undergrad studying Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus in Sports Medicine. In May of 2018, Madisen was named Plymouth State’s Outstanding Non-Traditional Graduating Student. Madisen also received two Associate’s Degrees (General Studies, Pre-Sports Med) from Northern Essex Community College in 2016. Madisen is a graduate of Pelham High School’s class of 2012 (Pelham, NH) where she was a four-year member of the field hockey team. Madisen’s passion for athletics and eventual career in athletic training stemmed from her time playing field hockey and getting to know the athletic trainer at Pelham High School.
As the Director of Athletic Training for Granite State PT, she manages the athletic training staff and coordinates coverage for multiple Junior Hockey programs in NH. Madisen enjoys the acute care aspect of athletic training and is interested in treating various sports injuries with alternative therapies and exercise. When not treating athletes or providing coverage for games and practices, Madisen enjoys tending to her houseplants and gardens, weightlifting, paddle boarding and fishing, and spending time with her husband and son.
As the Director of Athletic Training for Granite State PT, she manages the athletic training staff and coordinates coverage for multiple Junior Hockey programs in NH. Madisen enjoys the acute care aspect of athletic training and is interested in treating various sports injuries with alternative therapies and exercise. When not treating athletes or providing coverage for games and practices, Madisen enjoys tending to her houseplants and gardens, weightlifting, paddle boarding and fishing, and spending time with her husband and son.
