Administrative Team
“When you’re in pain and unable to do what you enjoy, it changes your entire make-up. I love my profession because we get patients back to the activities they enjoy, with far better movement and health than they had before the event that brought them to us in the first place. I want my patients to feel like they have a doctor who is truly listening to them, who’s there by their side the entire way, pushing them to physically achieve things they never thought they could.”
his message for potential patients: “I can be your primary care provider for orthopedic issues and injuries. You do not need a referral, and I can order imaging, x-rays, MRIs or whatever is needed for a clear diagnosis. If physical therapy isn’t the best course of action, I’ll get you to the specialist you need.”
professional stats:
- 20+ years in physical therapy
- Doctorate of Physical Therapy from The Arizona School of Health Sciences at A.T. Still University (2005)
- Certified in dry needling, Kineseo Taping, custom orthotics, functional movement screening, functional capacity evaluation
- Member of American Physical Therapy Association, Oklahoma Physical Therapy Association
just for fun:
- Andy loves traveling, cooking and playing golf and tennis with his wife and 2 daughters.
- His perfect day includes tailgating at an OU game with family and friends or caddying for his daughters’ golf tournaments.
“I love being in a field that helps people and promotes physical activity, and that allows me to interact with so many different people and learn new things constantly. Physical therapy is so important because it teaches us how to strengthen our bodies to avoid injuries, maintain health and feel better overall.”
her message for potential patients: “Physical therapy will be hard because you have to work to see changes, but it should never hurt. I want you to look forward to coming in and to know that you’ll feel better when you leave.”
professional stats:
- Started physical therapy career in 2015
- Physical Therapy Assistant Associate's degree in Applied Science from Tulsa Community College (2015)
just for fun:
- When she's not spending time with her husband and new baby, Kirsten's planning her next project on their fixer-upper house.
- She loves doing anything outside, from kayaking and hiking to walking her dogs and yard work.
Since earning her Bachelor of Science in Business from Oklahoma City University, Gail Pianalto has carved a distinct place in the business world. With nearly 30 years of experience in administration - including more than 20 years with medical facilities - she is no stranger to the business of building a successful treatment facility. Gail’s history includes serving as COO at Pain Evaluation & Treatment Center for six years and as CEO of Physical Rehab Center of Tulsa for 13 years.
Earlier in her career, Gail witnessed the struggle of too many patients who were unable to live the active lives they wanted because of pain. Today, as the administrator of Physical Therapy Specialists, she’s proud to offer patients a better option: the chance to become their strongest selves and avoid surgery and a life of pain and pain management.
Gail’s greatest passion is her family, including her husband of more than 30 years and their children and grandchildren. She loves traveling and adventures with them, along with hiking, reading and watching scary movies.
