Peak Performance

Staff

People make the difference. The unique combination of experience, education, and interests among our physical therapists, trainers and assistants means that our services are custom tailored to your needs. Give a call, drop us an email...meet the team that’s ready to serve.

Kari Sturtevant, PT, OCS. Our compassionate, accomplished president. Genuine interest in seeing her patients realize their physical potential is her hallmark. Having her own practice affords Kari as much time with each patient as possible.

A graduate of Marquette University, Kari has an insatiable interest for innovation and scientific research, which supports her reputation as one of the area’s finest in her field.

As an athlete, Kari understands the impact injury and illness can have upon one’s physical and mental well-being. She’s particularly passionate about returning patients to a normal lifestyle… recreation, sports, work and activities of daily living. | more |

Kari Sturtevant

President / Physical Therapist
Bachelor of Science Degree
Marquette University
Loves running, rowing, biking,
weight training, downhill skiing,
and gardening... anything outdoors!

Kari Sturtevant, PT, OCS is a 1994 graduate of Marquette University's Program in Physical Therapy and one of 67 therapists in Wisconsin certified as a clinical specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties.

This prestigious certification requires candidates to submit a thorough application and evidence of orthopaedic physical therapy experience. Once the application is accepted, the candidate must complete a rigorous written examination demonstrating specialized knowledge and advanced clinical proficiency in orthopaedic physical therapy. Kari earned her doctorate in physical therapy with an emphasis in lower extremity mechanics from Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Professionals in 2010.

Establishing close professional relationships is the hallmark of her practice. Physical assessments are thorough...Kari develops a treatment plan that addresses the true causes of the symptoms and closely monitors the effectiveness of the treatment sessions. Kari has participated in numerous running specific seminars across the US. She has been mentored by top PhD's in biomechanics who specialize in running gait. Her attention to detail and focus on the latest innovation and scientific research supports her reputation as one of the area's finest in her field.

As an accomplished athlete, Kari understands the impact that injury and illness can have upon one's physical and mental well-being. She has participated in countless half marathons and marathons across the country, finishing in the top 3% of 5,368 women finishers in the Philidephia Half Marathon in 2010. She is passionate in her desire to quickly return patients to their normal lifestyle...recreation, sports, work and activities of daily living.

Continuing Education:

When the Foot Hits the Ground, Part I & II
The Cervical Spine--Research based Clinical Practices
Advanced Treatment of the Foot and Ankle
Differential Diagnosis of the Foot and Ankle
Cincinnati Sportsmedicine Research and Education Foundation's Annual Conference: Advances on the Knee and Shoulder Course
Drayer PT Institute National Conference
Lower Quarter Biomechanics: Implications for Evaluation and Treatment of Musculoskeletal Disorder

Related Accomplishments:

Fox Cities Marathon and Half Marathon
Madison Marathon
Fox Valley Rowing Club Member and Board of Directors
Intruders Cycling Team Member and Captain

Bradley McMahon, PT. As an accomplished athlete in football and wrestling, Brad’s own rehabilitation journey after ACL reconstructive surgery has made him an empathetic and understanding practitioner.

Brad’s clinical work in orthopedic, neurological, and outpatient physical therapy is bolstered with an emphasis on the treatment of shoulder and knee injuries. Brad thrills at providing the level of individualized and comprehensive patient care that an independent practice like Peak allows. | more |

Bradley McMahon

Physical Therapist
Master in Physical Therapy
Carroll College
Brad's interests include
wrestling, volleyball, softball,
bass fishing, and downhill skiing.

Bradley McMahon, PT graduated cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science Biology from Carroll College in 2004. He continued on to earn his Masters of Physical Therapy in 2005.

Brad is a talented athlete who participated in wrestling as well as football at the highschool and college level. During his spare time, he coaches wrestling and makes it a priority to stay active. Brad’s personal experiences as an accomplished athlete in football and wrestling provide him with valuable insight to a patient’s needs. His own rehabilitation journey after ACL reconstructive surgery has made him an empathetic and understanding practitioner.

Brad’s clinical internships brought him experience in orthopedic, neurological, and outpatient physical therapy with an emphasis on the treatment of shoulder and knee injuries. After working in both hospital and medical center environments, Brad is excited to deliver the individualized and comprehensive patient care that an independent practice like Peak Performance allows. Brad believes strongly in patient education and involvement in their plan of care as a guideline for timely success and recovery. He looks forward to developing ongoing patient relationships.

Continuing Education

Drayer Institute National Conference
Extremity Evaluation & Manipulation
Hip Joint: Kinesiology & Evidence Based

Practice

Lower Quarter Biomechanics: Implications for Evaluation and Treatment of Musculoskeletal disorders
Advances in Examination and Treatment of Selected Shoulder Conditions

A resident and native of Little Chute, Brad remains committed to local communities through his interests and volunteer work. He is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and a volunteer for the Fox Cities Ice Dogs Hockey Team and the Little Chute High school wrestling team.

Molly Bouressa, DPT. Molly's interest in PT began in 2004 when she served as a student athletic trainer for the Lawrence University football team helping injured players rehabilitate and return to sport.

In addition, her varied experience playing varsity sports during her high school and college years (basketball, softball and volleyball) initiated her interest in speed, strength, and performance enhancement.

Molly is committed to promoting overall health and wellness and helping her patients' improve their quality of life. | more |

Nikki Wetts, MPT. Nikki's love of all sports peaks her areas of interest to include sports medicine, and the service of orthopedic and neurologic injuries. She's committed to providing evidence based evaluation and treatment. Nikki has exercised her desire for continual learning throughout her career. She takes great pride in providing patients with a solid foundation on the anatomy associated with their condition and the rationale for various prescribed treatment techniques. | more |

Nikki Wetts

Physical Therapist
Master of Physical Therapy University of Wisconsin Madison
Nikki is an avid volleyball and kickball player. She also enjoys biking, staying fit and travelling to far away lands. Nikki also really enjoys spending time with her "little sister" through the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program.

Nikki earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology with Distinctive Scholastic Achievement from the University of Wisconsin- Madison in 2000. She continued on to earn her Master of Physical Therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2002. Nikki's areas of interest include sports medicine, and the service of orthopedic and neurologic injuries. She's committed to providing evidence based evaluation and treatment. Nikki has exercised her desire for continual learning throughout her career. She takes great pride in providing patients with a solid foundation on the anatomy associated with their condition and the rationale for various prescribed treatment techniques. Professional Activities: • North East District of the Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association Executive Board Member: 2005-2011 • American & Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association • Instructor of a High School Speed, Agility and ACL Injury Prevention Program Extensive Continuing Education: • Mulligan Mobilization for the Lower Quarter • A Clinical Approach to Myofascial Release • Medical College of WI Sports Medicine Symposium • Evidence Based Evaluation & Treatment of Running Injuries • Evaluation & Treatment of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome • Evaluation &Treatment of the Thoracic Spine & Rib Cage • Drayer Physical Therapy Sports Medicine Conference • Michigan State Principles of Muscle Energy Technique I and II Co-Curricular Activities: • Volleyball, Kickball, Biking, Staying fit, Travelling • Enjoys spending time with her "little sister" through the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program

Tracey Hein, Office Manager. Although her background includes working in art galleries, museums and community art centers, Tracey has sincerely enjoyed switching gears and supporting the team at Peak Performance as Office Manager. Her responsibilities involve billing, scheduling, outreach programming and overall administrative support. Tracey's interests include running, triathlons, skiing, reading, and the visual arts. Tracey enjoys all of these activities with her son, Ethan.

Denise Dietz, Administrative Assistant. If there were a supporting actress role at Peak Performance, it would go to Denise. She supports every aspect of Peak Performance from scheduling, marketing and guest relations to providing visibility at events, playing "catch" with patients and keeping the clinic stocked with necessary supplies. Denise also has an art background that provides her the opportunity to have her own photography business. She enjoys all visual arts, all sorts of music, being outdoors and artsy road trips - and even a run once in a while.