Physical Therapist
Matthew graduated from the University of Kansas in 2008 with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy. He has worked in a variety of outpatient physical therapy settings and enjoys treating a variety of orthopedic conditions, but his main passion is treating spine/chronic pain and sports related injuries. His greatest enjoyment comes from educating his patients and helping guide them through the process of improving their function. His philosophy relies on empowering the patient through self-awareness of habitual activities, patterning and designing a simple, but effective home program that gives each individual control over their pain/dysfunction. He is excited to be a part of the Midwest Orthopaedics team and managing patient care through optimal communication with the physicians. This teamwork between physician, physical therapist, and patient optimizes patient outcomes.
Physical Therapist
Nate received his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology from K-State in 2014 and his DPT from the University of St. Mary in 2017, joining us after graduation. During his training, he did several clinical rotations that will be relevant in his work with Midwest Orthopaedics Physical Therapy: post op total joint replacement patients, sports medicine and worker’s compensation patients. Part of his training was done under our clinic Director, Matt Stensrud!
Nate’s personal treatment philosophy is to provide a personalized plan that is different for every patient. He prides himself in listening and hearing what the patient has to say and coming up with a treatment plan based on the individual. Nate enjoys working with patients from all different backgrounds, and injury histories. “I will always put my patients first and work hard to try and help them get to where they want to go. I am passionate about getting to know my patients and building trust, to form a relationship that helps make therapy enjoyable.”
Physical Therapist Assistant
Sean has a Bachelor's degree from the University of Kansas in Liberal Arts and Sciences. He then graduated from the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Kansas City Kansas Community College in May of 2013. He has a background in sports medicine, pain management, and wellness. His wife, Alicia, is a respiratory therapist and they welcomed a happy, healthy little girl in March of 2016.
