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Meet Our Professional Staff

Dr. Jamin M. Parezo

Education/Training:
BS in Biology, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA (1999)

MPT, Elon University, Elon, NC (2002)

DPT, Shenandoah University (2012)
APTA Specialist Board Certified in Orthopaedics (2010)
Certification in Dry Needling, Kineticore (2013)

Specialties:
Orthopaedic Rehabilitation , Manual Therapy, Dry Needling, Treatment of the Endurance Athlete

Dr. Jamin Parezo has been a practicing physical therapist for nearly 20 years. He is a natural fit for physical therapy and enjoys helping people get back to doing what they enjoy. He frequently incorporates manual therapy into his treatment sessions and typically uses a variety of soft tissue mobilization techniques, joint mobilization/manipulations, and dry needling techniques. One of his guiding principles when treating patients is the concept of regional interdependence, meaning everything is connected, including different parts of the body and the mind. Outside of work, Jamin is a devoted husband to Courtney and the proud father of twin boys. He is an avid cyclist and runner and enjoys being outdoors.

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Dr. Courtney B. Parezo

Education/Training:

BS in Biology, James Madison University, Health Sciences, Harrisonburg, VA (1999)

MPT, University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, St. Augustine, FL (2001)

DPT, University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, St. Augustine, FL (2002)

Certification in Manual Therapy (2002)

Certification in Dry Needling, Kinetacore (2017)

APTA Specialist Board Certified in Orthopaedics (2020)

Specialties:

Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, Manual Therapy, Vestibular/Balance Disorders, Dry Needling

Dr. Courtney Parezo has been practicing physical therapy for over 20 years and has been at Esterson and Associates since 2010. She treats a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including headaches, and emphasizes manual therapy and patient education in her treatment approach. She also treats vestibular/balance disorders. She believes in empowering her patients by teaching them the skills they need in order to manage their condition. She values her chosen profession for the opportunity to connect with others and improve the quality of everyday life for patients. Courtney is mom to twin boys and wife to Jamin. She enjoys reading and adventuring with her family and she can’t go a day without coffee.

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Dr. Kelly Shea

Education/Training:

BS in Exercise Science, Towson University (2017)

DPT, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences (2022)

Specialties:

Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, Manual Therapy

Dr. Kelly Shea obtained her doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Her journey in the healthcare field began during high school when she completed a physical therapy internship, laying the foundation for her career as a physical therapist. Kelly has gained valuable experience in various settings including acute care, home therapy, outpatient orthopedic and outpatient neurologic rehabilitation. Kelly enjoys treating a variety of patients with different orthopedic and neurologist impairments of all age ranges. Kelly finds fulfillment in empowering her patients with the knowledge and essential tools required for them to succeed in their personal health journeys. Beyond her professional life, Kelly enjoys a fulfilling personal life. She cherishes quality time with friends and family, shares a passion for traveling and maintains an active lifestyle.

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Dr. Lindsay Malagari

Education/Training:

BS in Kinesiology, University of Maryland, College Park, MD (2017)

DPT, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences (2021)

Specialties:

Orthopaedic Rehabilitation

Dr. Lindsay Malagari grew up in Frederick and is a lifelong Maryland resident. She became interested in physical therapy through being active and playing sports, as well as an interest in helping others. She has clinical experience in a variety of settings, including outpatient orthopedics, acute care, and home care. Her experience in the outpatient setting reinforced her interest in manual therapy and orthopedic physical therapy. She enjoys treating a variety of patients using combinations of manual therapy and exercise, and giving patients the tools to help them succeed on their own. In her free time Lindsay enjoys being outdoors, hiking, kayaking and being anywhere near the water.

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Christy Baronas, PT, MPT

Education/Training:

Masters in Physical Therapy, Marymount University, 2003

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Delaware, 2000

Christy Baronas is a Catonsville native and has been practicing physical therapy for nearly 20 years. She’s experienced in treating various orthopaedic conditions and post-operative rehabilitation. An athlete herself, she has a keen interest in instructing athletes in injury prevention and facilitating a return to sports. She enjoys interacting with a variety of patients, and uses a combination of manual therapy, exercise, and patient instruction to promote healthy, safe, and independent patient function.

When not carpooling or watching her five children play sports, she enjoys outdoor activities with family and friends.

Specialties:

Orthopaedic Rehabilitation

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Angela Watts, PT

Education/Training:

B.S in Physical Therapy from Daemen University in Amherst, NY
MS in Orthopedic Physical Therapy from the University of Pittsburgh
APTA Board Certified in Orthopedics (1992)

Specialties:

Orthopaedic Rehabilitation

Angela has been practicing Physical Therapy for over 4 decades. She uses a gentle and specific approach with her manual therapy interventions. Het treatment approach emphasizes mediating pain and joint and muscle dysfunction, in order to help the patient achieve a more
central joint position for weight bearing and proper functional movement patterns.

She is trained in Muscle Energy techniques, joint and soft tissue mobilization, craniosacral therapy, and counterstrain techniques and manual traction. Her Academic background includes working as an Assistant Clinical Professor at UCSF/SF State’sGraduate program in Physical Therapy and working as volunteer and adjunct faculty atUniversity of Maryland School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science.Angela and her husband enjoy activities with their friends and family and being part of themilestones in their children’s lives and most of all their company.

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Elizabeth Ault, PTA

Education/Training:

AA in Applied Science, Carroll Community College, PTA Program (2014)

Specialties:

Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, Manual Therapy, Post-Operative Care, Neurological Disorders

Liz has been practicing physical therapy for the past 10 years at The Johns Hopkins Hospital before returning to Esterson Physical Therapy, where she got her start in PT as a tech in 2006. While at Hopkins she assisted with managing the Total Joint Replacement Program to facilitate an accelerated post-op protocol with patients and provide assistance with acute care needs. She believes in empowering patients through education and creative solutions to help them through their rehab process. Outside of her professional life, Liz enjoys spending time in her garden or reading a book on the beach.

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