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Education
Residency: Graduate, Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program, Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles, CA

Master’s in Physical Therapy from Mt. St. Mary’s College, Los Angeles, CA

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, minor Physiology, from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, CA
Summa Cum Laude

Personal Profile
Robert continues to serve as a faculty member and guest lecturer for the Southern California Kaiser Permanente Orthopaedic Residency Program, and he has served as a guest lecturer for the University of Arizona Medical School Orthopaedic Residency Program. Robert has published articles that have appeared in such journals as Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy and The Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy. In 2000, Robert was the winner of The Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy & Ball Dynamics Award for Excellence in a Published Case Study. He has conducted several courses on topics such as hip/knee biomechanics, foot/ankle pathology, and manual therapy of the spine and shoulder. Robert has rehabilitated and trained both amateur and professional athletes. In his free time, Robert enjoys mountain biking, running and spending time with his family and friends. He resides in Oro Valley, AZ with his wife Karen, also a physical therapist, and their three sons, Noah, Matthew, and Drew.

Front Office Manager
Christi van der Veen
E-Mail ovoffice@athlonpt.com

Personal Profile
Christi has worked as Front Office Manager for Athlon Physical Therapy, Oro Valley since its launch in 2007. She brings considerable expertise in office administration, transcription and secretarial and previous experience from Obstetrics & Gynecology, Ophthalmology, and Oncology practice management.

Christi grew up in Arizona but has traveled extensively throughout Asia and Europe where she met and married her husband, Ido. After living in the Netherlands for four years, they relocated back to Tucson where they have resided for the last ten years. They have two wonderful sons, Joshua (8) and Ethan (6). Christi enjoys being outdoors, hiking, camping and spending time with her family.

Lukas Tvedt, DPT
Email lukas@athlonpt.com

Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Southern California

Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology with a minor in Psychology, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA

Personal Profile
As a licensed physical therapist Lukas will be furthering his clinical specialty in orthopeadics by completing the Orthopaedic Clinical Residency through a group based out of Army Baylor Medical Center and Regis University.
Lukas continues to be an active member of The American Physical Therapy Association, including the Orthopaedic Section, Neurology Section, and Sports Physical Therapy Section. He has experience through the University of Southern California in outpatient and inpatient orthopaedics, outpatient neurologic rehabilitation, and sports rehabilitation in the Eastern and Western US. Prior to his graduate education Lukas conducted published research at Cal Poly, SLO on the topic of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy, and he continued during his doctoral education to aide in research in the Motor Behavior and Motor Control Laboratory at USC. In his free time, Lukas enjoys traveling, and spending time with his family and friends. Lukas and his wife Mandy relocated to Tucson in 2007 and have continued to enjoy all that Southern Arizona has to offer. Originally from the Midwest, they have enjoyed the weather in particular.

Education
Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy, University of Central Florida

Bachelor’s of Science, Nutrition & Fitness, Florida State University

Personal Profile
After graduation, John worked in acute care hospital settings as well as outpatient rehabilitation. Specifically, he has worked in a variety of clinical settings ranging from private practice to the VA system. As a result of this, he has gained knowledge in multiple areas of physical therapy practice. John is a generalist practitioner in physical therapy, but especially enjoys working with orthopedic and neurological cases. John and his wife, Leilani relocated to Tucson in August of 2007. He enjoys golf, hiking, working out, skiing, and many other sports. John also likes listening to a variety of music and cooking for friends and family.

Amanda Foxe, PT
Email afoxe@athlonpt.com

Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science with a minor in Chemistry

Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff AZ

Personal Profile
During her years at Northern Arizona University, Amanda served as a student clinician on campus, assisted leading aquatic therapy classes for patients with multiple sclerosis, and performed fall risk assessments for local skilled nursing facilities and healthy adult wellness groups. Amanda has practice experience through the university in both inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient orthopedic settings. She enjoys working with patients of all ages to enhance their function and well-being.

Amanda moved to Tucson in 2009 with her husband, Russell, who is also a physical therapist. Together they enjoy cycling, running, hiking, and playing softball. Amanda loves traveling, playing guitar, and supporting the Diamondbacks, even when they lose.

Director of Business Development and Patient Services
Grant D. Senner, MD
E-Mail grant@athlonpt.com

Education
University of Arizona Health Policy and Law Institute, Tucson, AZ
Fellow, Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), 2005

University of Arizona College of Medicine, Tucson, AZ
Doctor of Medicine, 2004

University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology, 1997
Magna Cum Laude and Honors

Personal Profile
Grant is an Honors graduate of the University of Arizona with a degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology. He subsequently attended the University of Arizona College of Medicine and graduated with his Doctorate of Medicine in 2004.

Grant has special interest in medical administration, healthcare reform, and the business dynamics of the healthcare industry. He subsequently completed a fellowship through the University of Arizona Health Policy and Law Institute within Arizona’s Medicaid entity (AHCCCS) in the Office of the Director. His focus included quality and utilization management, network development, and physician contracting in the managed care environment. Grant joined Athlon Physical Therapy in 2006 to perform comprehensive business development and patient service activities for the company within the Arizona market. Grant is a member of the Tucson Fiesta Bowl Committee and of the Tucson Desert Angels.

In his free time, Grant enjoys golf, rock climbing and attending University of Arizona athletic events. He resides in the Tucson foothills with his wife, Michelle.