Meet our staff:

LISA OBERGOTTSBERGER PT, DPT, MSPT, SCS. - Lisa grew up in Bellingham, graduating from Sehome High School in 1988.  She then went to Pullman, and graduated from Washington State University in 1992, with a Bachelor's in Biology.  Lisa has been a physical therapist since 1995, graduating from the University of Colorado Health Sciences School of Physical Therapy.  She has specialized in Orthopedic Outpatient Physical Therapy, with emphasis in sports injuries, neck/back/spine injuries, Vestibular Rehabilitation, and motor vehicle accidents. In 2013 Lisa completed coursework for the transitional Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Pacific University in OR. Classes focused on clinical reasoning and differential diagnosis of orthopedic conditions. Her research project focused on the benefits of spinal stabilization exercises in the treatment of lumbar pain and dysfunction.  Since obtaining her DPT,  Lisa has since completed and is now certified in the coveted Sports Clinical Specialty emphasis.  This certification has allowed her to become one of the Counties leading Sports Physical Therapists, treating local High School, Collegiate, and numerous professional athletes. 

ZOIE BAER   PT, DPT

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MANI WANDERER,    PTA - As a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant, I am excited to be part of the Excel Physical Therapy team, and to help people regain their strength and independence.  I grew up in Ridgefield, Washington, where I participated in track, cross country and volleyball.  I moved up to Bellingham 5 years ago to pursue my career in the physical therapy field.  I have always been active and I have always wanted to help people. In my free time you can find me running, hiking and dancing.  I am currently training for a half marathon to challenge myself and increase my level of fitness.

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JULIA MCBEATH,  OFFICE MANAGER

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LIZABETH MORAVEC, RECEPTIONIST/BILLING

Liz grew up in Oregon and Washington, graduating from Lynden High School in 2006.  She then went to college in Bellingham, and graduated with an Associates Degree in Allied Health, Certification in Medical Office Administration Assistant, an Associates Degree in Applied Science/Business Administration, from Charter College (2015-2017).  Liz thankfully comes to us as a medical biller and receptionist, and is a proud mother of 6 children, 6 dogs and 3 lizards.  She has a passion to help patients, and to assist them in understanding their billing/invoices, and how they pertain to their insurance plans.  During her free time, she loves photography, going to the lake(s), camping, leisurely drives, sightseeing, going to car shows to support her love of cars, and most importantly, being a loving mother and wife.