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Welcome to physical therapy at Bethesda Capital Gateway Opening November 17
Our second location in Bethesda is located at Capital Gateway and provides additional convenient access to therapy services for patients who live and work in Montgomery County. Our compassionate therapists care for a wide range of orthopedic and sports-related injuries, including pre- and post-operative rehabilitation. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, improving function, or returning to the activities you enjoy, we’re here to help you move forward with confidence and independence.
Trusted medical team of the pros.
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Insurance
We proudly accept most major health plans. The list below serves as a guide and is subject to change. If you are unsure about your coverage, please call your insurance provider. Insurance is collected prior to scheduling services.
Our providers
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Tom Sutton, PhD, DPT, Regional Director
Tom graduated from the University of Southern California with a clinical doctorate in biomechanics and physical therapy. Tom is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and enjoys treating overhead athletes, runners, golfers, sports medicine, and performance enhancement restoration.
He specializes in the following:
- Orthopedic injuries and conditions
- Overhead throwing injuries
- Running injuries
- Sports injuries
- Vestibular, including fine motor coordination
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Brittany Douglas, MOT, OTR/L, CHT
Brittany Douglas earned her Bachelor of Health Science in Occupational Science (2008) and Master of Occupational Therapy (2010) from the University of Missouri. She began practicing in 2010 and became a Board-Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) in 2015.
Brittany is passionate about helping patients regain strength, mobility, and confidence following injury or surgery. Brittany combines evidence-based practice with individualized care to ensure each patient can return to work, sports, and the activities that matter most to them.
Brittany specializes in the evaluation and treatment of upper extremity conditions, with advanced expertise in:
- Arthritis management
- Custom orthotic fabrication
- Flexor and extensor tendon injuries
- Orthopedic injuries and musculoskeletal conditions
- Overuse injuries and tendinopathies
- Post-surgical rehabilitation of hand, wrist, and elbow conditions
- Sports related hand and wrist rehabilitation
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Jacqui Long, MS, OTR/L, CHT
Jacqui earned her master’s degree in occupational therapy from the University of Scranton. She became a certified hand therapist in 2015.
Jacqui's specialties and areas of interest include:
- Custom orthotics fabrication
- Flexor tendon rehab
- Orthopedic injuries
- Upper extremity rehabilitation and conservative management
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Karen Piacente, DPT, OCS
Karen Piacente received her bachelor’s degree in exercise science from the University of Delaware where she also competed as a track and field athlete. Karen earned her doctoral degree in physical therapy from Duke University. Karen specializes in orthopedics for patients across all ages.
Karen's rehabilitation specialties include:
- Arthritis treatment
- Dry needling
- Knee, foot, and ankle therapy
- Neck pain and lower back pain
- Orthopedic injuries and conditions
- Performance enhancement
- Running biomechanics
- Sports injuries
- Strength and conditioning