Marnie Elizabeth Herring, DPT, LAT, ATC, OCS, SFMA
Partner, Clinic Supervisor
My first experience with physical therapy was as a patient in high school. I was very active in sports and was driven, encouraged, and challenged by my physical therapist to return to a competitive level. Because of that experience, I wanted to become a physical therapist and athletic trainer so that I might have the same influence on young athletes and active individuals. I have been blessed with that opportunity and am honored to have MY physical therapist as a colleague and partner now. Physical therapy should be a positive experience and should provide the patient with life goals that lead to good health.
Education:
- Doctor of Physical Therapy, Creighton University
- Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, University of Northern Colorado
Certifications/Specialized Training:
- Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
- Functional Capacity Evaluations Certified
- National Athletic Trainers' Association Board Certified
- SFMA Level 1 & 2
- Practical Blood Flow Restriction
- National Athletic Training Board Certified
- Dry Needling Certified
- FMS 1 & 2 Certified
- Graston Certified
- Kinesio Tape Certified
- Impact Trained Athletic Trainer
- Worksaver Certified
- Kevin Wilkes: Online and Live Certificate
Professional Society Memberships:
- National Athletic Training Association
- American Physical Therapy Association
Hometown: Douglas, WY
Family: Husband, Crockett Herring, son, Bodie, daughter, Brenna
Hobbies: Following her children with their sports, cycling, team roping & quilting.
Quinn Carroll PT, MSPT
My father and I worked together in the oilfield. One day he was badly injured in an accident and had to have major surgery on his hip and knee. Over the next few years he underwent hip and knee replacement several times and each time physical therapy was a requirement to help him recover. When I finally went back to school, I knew I wanted to be in a profession that helped others as much as he had been helped. It was a natural choice for me.
I have been blessed to have been in this profession for almost 3 decades and I still feel passionate about it. It has been said many times that it really isn't work if you love what you do and it really isn't work for me. When I'm not enjoying my time in the clinic, you can find me golfing, hiking, looking for nature in various ways, or enjoying the intricacies of good food and drink.
Education:
- Master of Science in Physical Therapy, Andrews University, Berrien Springs MI
- Bachelor of Science, Andrews University, Berrien Springs MI
- Associate Degree, Brainerd Community College, Brainerd, MN
- A whole bunch of school of life in between!!
Certifications/Specialized Training:
- Advanced Topics in the Examination, Evaluation, and Treatment of the Shoulder and Knee
- Certified Kinesiotaping
- Visceral Manipulation I-VI from The Barral Institute
- Manual Physical Therapy Classes 1-8, Institute of Physical Art, Steamboat Springs, CO
- More than 50 continuing education classes ranging in topics from skull, neck, back, and pelvis injuries to joint replacements.
- IAOM: Differential Diagnosis and Musculoskeletal Management of the Cervical Spine
- Certification in Applied Functional Science
- By default, I have become knowledgeable and proficient in chronic pain management.
- Diagnosis and Management of the Thoracic Spine
Community Involvement:
I am a Mason and within the Masonic family, I am a York Rite member and a Shriner. I also enjoy participating in the various festivals and community events in Southeast WY.
Hometown: I was raised in the Pavilion/Riverton area of Wyoming and have always considered the Wind River Valley my home regardless of where my house is. I graduated from Wind River High School. I have lived in many states over the years all across the northern border of the US but call Torrington home for now.
Family: I have three children, all busy adulting themselves. One is in Oregon, one in Colorado, and the other in Cheyenne. I also have two granddaughters who are, undoubtedly, the smartest and prettiest grandchildren anywhere!
Emily Yorges, DPT, LAT, ATC, SFMA
I have had a strong passion for athletic training since high school, and always knew it would be the career path I would take. Being able to work in the clinic as well as working with student-athletes at school gives me a unique opportunity to see their injuries firsthand, followed by taking them through a sport-specific rehabilitation program to return them to their sport. There's nothing I love more about my job than seeing an athlete come back after an injury, and helping them return to their sport with confidence and the strength to play to the level they were at before their injury.
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Health Promotion-Athletic Training
Certifications/Specialized Training:
- SFMA Level 1
- Hawk Grips Level 1 & 2
- Graston Level 1
- IMPACT Trained Athletic Trainer
- Wyoming Licensed Athletic Trainer
- National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification
- Sportsmetrics Certified
- FMS Levels 1 & 2 Certified
Professional Society Memberships:
- Rocky Mountain Athletic Training Association
- National Athletic Training Association
Community Involvement:
- Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries Instructor
- Goshen County High School's Athletic Trainer
Hometown: Douglas, WY
Family: Husband, Colin; sons, Colby and Dax
Hobbies: Raising club cattle
Tara Nicolay, PTA SMFA
There is nothing more rewarding to me than being stopped by a former patient on the street and being told that because of what we did for them they can enjoy their life again. There is nothing better than a hug or happy tears from a patient that just met a goal they thought unattainable. This job gives me a real sense of accomplishment that is hard to find anywhere else.
Education:
- Associate of Science, Physical Therapy Assistant
- Bachelor of Science, Wellness Management
Certification/Specialized training:
- Advanced Topics in the Examination, Evaluation, and Treatment of the Shoulder and Knee
- IAOM Elbow Course
- Diagnosis and Management of the Elbow
- Wyoming Board of Physical Therapy
- Nebraska Board of Physical Therapy
- Certification for Sole Support Orthotics
- Certification for Graston Technique
- Certification for Kinesiotaping
- Certified Cupping Therapist
- LSVT Big Certification
- Kevin Wilkes: Online and Live Certificate
Hometown: Torrington, WY
Family: Husband: Robb, Children: Tyler and Regan
Hobbies: Reading, Scrapbooking, Crocheting/Knitting, Watching sporting events, Playing with my children
Melanie Herring, PTA, SFMA
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Human Biology
- Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant
Certifications/Specialized Training:
- IAOM Elbow Course
- Diagnosis and Management of the Elbow
- Certification in Fall and Prevention
- Certification in Kinesio Taping
- Certification For Sole Support Orthotics
- Kevin Wilkes: Online and Live Certificate
- LSVT Big Certification
- Otago Exercise Program
- Gray's Applied Funcational Science
- Community Falls Prevention
- IAOM: Differential Diagnosis and Musculoskeletal Management of the Cervical Spine
Professional Society Memberships:
- Wyoming Board of Physical Therapy
- Nebraska Board of Physical Therapy
Hometown: Chadron, NE
Family: Husband, Boone, Children, Cade & Cord
Hobbies: Scrapbooking, kayaking, horseback riding
MEGAN DUNCAN MS, ATC, LAT, NASM-PES, NASM-CES, ITAT
Athletic training allows me to combine my love of sports with that of healthcare. Athletic training allows me to provide injury prevention as well as recovery and rehabilitation after the injury. Nothing is more rewarding than seeing an athlete pour their heart and soul into their injury recovery and step back onto the field or court.
Education:
- Master of Science in Exercise Science, Eastern New Mexico University
- Bachelor of Science in Biology, Emphasis on Human Biology, Chadron State College
Certifications/Specialized Training:
- National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification
- Wyoming Licensed Athletic Trainer
- National Academy of Sports Medicine Performance Enhancement Specialist Certificate
- National Academy of Sports Medicine Corrective Exercises Specialist Certificate
- Impact Trained Athletic Trainer
- IASTM Certification
- Kinesiology Taping Certification
- American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor
- Stop The Bleed Instructor
- Kevin Wilkes: Online and Live Certificate
Professional Society Memberships:
- Rocky Mountain Athletic Trainers’ Association
- National Athletic Trainers’ Association
Community Service:
- Goshen County Victims Assistance Program
Hometown: Fort Laramie, WY
Family: I was born and raised in Goshen County and have recently returned after living and working in the Houston, TX, area as the Head Athletic Trainer at a large high school.
Hobbies: Spending time with family, managing the family farm, cooking, reading, and spending time with my dogs.