Our Team

Therapists

Sandy Champlin, PT, DPT
A partner/owner at the Physical Therapy Center of Wyoming and was born and raised in Wyoming. She earned her bachelor's degree at the University of North Dakota and her Doctorate at the University of Health Professions in Utah. She has practiced in Cheyenne for 20+ years and been in private practice for 10+ years. Family, skiing, biking, and orthopedic physical therapy are her favorite things (in that order). She is also certified in trigger point dry needling and functional movement taping/kinesiology taping. Disorders of the spine and ergonomics are specialty areas she focuses on.

Erin Rossman, PT, MPT, OCS
A partner/owner at the Physical Therapy Center of Wyoming and is board certified in Orthopedic Physical Therapy (OCS) and performs trigger point dry needling. He is a Wyoming native, receiving his undergraduate degree from University of Wyoming and his Master of Physical Therapy from Samuel Merritt in Northern California. He and his wife enjoy family time with their two children. Other interests include hiking, camping, fly-fishing. His clinical expertise is in orthopedics including post-operative management, injury rehabilitation, and preventative management.

Mandy Keefe, PT, DPT
A partner/owner at the Physical Therapy Center of Wyoming and has lived in Wyoming most of her life. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Wyoming and her Doctorate from the University of North Dakota. Mandy is certified in trigger point dry needling and Sole Supports custom orthotics. She has specialized training in Women’s Health and enjoys working with pregnant and postpartum patients. Other areas of interest are sports, spine/ergonomics, and orthopedic rehabilitation. Mandy enjoys volleyball, basketball, swimming, skiing, and spending time with her family.

Chris Hearne, PT, DPT
A physical therapist at the Physical Therapy Center of Wyoming. He is a Cheyenne native who earned his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology and Health Promotion from the University of Wyoming and his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from A.T. Still University, in Mesa, Arizona. Chris enjoys the outdoors, sports, and spending time with family and friends. He played soccer at Laramie County Community College and was on the football team at the University of Wyoming. While at the University of Wyoming he gained experience in the area of strength and conditioning as an intern with the athletic department. Chris is excited to further his professional career as an outpatient physical therapist. Chris is certified in trigger point dry needling and his interests are in orthopedic rehabilitation of post-operative management, injury rehabilitation, and preventative management.

Holly Girmus, PT, DPT
A physical therapist at Physical Therapy Center of Wyoming. Holly received her undergraduate degree from University of South Dakota, Physical Therapy from Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN and her Doctorate from Creighton University, Omaha, NE. She has treated a wide variety of conditions and age populations. She has taught at the college level and is credentialed by the APTA as a clinical instructor. Holly is married and her interests are wellness, prevention, nutrition and vestibular disorders. She enjoys music, dance, and outdoor activities.

Robert Whittaker, PT, DPT
A physical therapist at the Physical Therapy Center of Wyoming. Robert grew up in Cheyenne and attended the University of Wyoming graduating in 2012 and went to the University of North Dakota for his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree graduating in 2015. Robert enjoys riding his bike, swimming, and going to the gym. He also enjoys keeping up to date on the latest technology and even helped create this website. Robert wants to become a orthopedic certified specialist in the near future. Robert is certified in Rock Taping and Functional Dry Needling. His interests are in orthopedic rehabilitation with postoperative care, injury rehabilitation, and preventative management.

Will Hunt, PT, DPT
A physical therapist at the Physical Therapy Center of Wyoming. Will has been in Cheyenne since 2001. Will graduated from the University of Wyoming with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in 2013. Will went on to graduate from the University of North Dakota with his Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree in 2017. Will is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys backpacking, rock climbing and mountain biking. Will also enjoys photography and graphic design. Will is certified in Functional Dry Needling. Will's interests are in orthopedic management and neurological conditions including vestibular disorders and cerebral vascular accidents (stroke).

Trevor Polson, PT, DPT
A physical therapist at the Physical Therapy Center of Wyoming. Trevor is new to Cheyenne but is a native to Wyoming, growing up in Gillette. He graduated from Montana State University in Bozeman, Montana with a degree in Exercise Science in 2015 before going on to physical therapy school at the University of Washington where he graduated with his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2018. Trevor ran track and cross country collegiately while at Montana State and continues to enjoy running. He also enjoys the outdoors, sports, and getting to the mountains when he has the time. His interests are in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation, preventative management, and management of neurological disorders.

Ryan LaFountaine, PT

Melissa Cunningham, MHS, OTR/L, CHT, CEAS
An occupational therapist at the Physical Therapy Center of Wyoming. Melissa received her Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy from the University of North Dakota at Casper College in 1998 and Masters in Health Science from the University of Florida in 2004. She is a Board Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) specializing in hand, wrist, forearm, elbow and shoulder injuries. As a licensed occupational therapist she also helps patients return to or continue to live life to the fullest by providing education on adaptive equipment and techniques to help patients be able to independently complete their daily tasks, work tasks and leisure activities. Melissa is also a Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist and has over 18 years of experience in corporate wellness including ergonomics, manufacturing re-design, injury prevention lectures, and developing work-site wellness programs. Melissa has published numerous articles on the field of ergonomics, hand injuries and occupational therapy including the Ergonomics and Work Programs chapter in the Hand and Upper Extremity Rehabilitation: A Quick Reference Guide and Review, 3rd Edition. In November of 2016 she received the Award of Recognition for outstanding contribution to the field of occupational therapy in Florida from the Florida Occupational Therapy Association. Melissa recently relocated back to Wyoming with her husband and two children. She enjoys spending time with family, traveling, crafts, reading and attending sporting and cultural event

Breanna Ramirez, COTA
A occupational therapy assist at the Physical Therapy Center of Wyoming. Breanna was born and raised in Cheyenne, WY. She earned her associates degree at Casper College in May 2018. She is excited to further her career in occupational therapy. Breanna enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her friends and family.

Vanessa Keiper, LCMT
A massage therapist at the Physical Therapy Center of Wyoming.

Muriah Kilmer