Get to know the Dr's at GOPT!
Name: Dr. Michael Tancini, DPT, PT, OCS, CSCS, CF-L1, Pn1
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Personal Motto: Live with Intention, be deliberate and take action to be a little bit better,. Every. Single. Day.
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Whats his story?
Michael grew up in the world of athletics. He played everything from baseball, football, basketball, aggressive inline skating, skateboarding, golf, and much more. He had his share of injuries in which he worked through in order to play. As he went through college baseball and transitioned into competitive "functional-fitness" the one thing he hated most was to see other individuals fail to reach their goals, especially due to pain and physical dysfunction. From that moment he made it his mission to help all individuals achieve their goals through helping them move better and feel better. With teaching others how to move better, they were able to stay healthy, train harder, and achieve their goals. Michael pairs his manual hands on skills with his knowledge and experience in strength and conditioning to help his patients return to doing what they love to do and achieving their goals.
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Education:
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BA in Exercise and Sport Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Doctor of Physical Therapy, DPT, Campbell University
Advanced Certifications:​
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CSCS - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
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OCS - American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) - Orthopedic Specialist
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FMT Basic, Rocktape.
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FMT Performance, Rocktape
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FMT Blades - IASTM, Rocktape
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SFMA - Selective Functional Movement Assessment
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FMS - Functional Movement Screen
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Crossfit Level 1 Trainer
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Crossfit Movement and Mobility Trainer: MobilityWOD
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Blood Flow Restriction Training: Owens Recovery Institute
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Structure and Function - Dry Needling for Orthopedic Rehabilitation and Sport Performance
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Body Tempering Seminar: Donnie Thompson
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Pose Method® Certified Technique Specialists
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Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certificate in Exercise Nutrition
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Barbell Rehab Olympic Weightlifting
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Barbell Rehab: Unique Considerations for the Female Barbell Athlete
Athletic History:
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Collegiate Baseball Player 2008-2010
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Crossfit Games Individual Regional Athlete: 2012, 2013, 2014
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Wodapalooza Fitness Festival: 2015 Elite Individual competitor
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Granite Games Team Member: 2015
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Crossfit Games Team Regional Athlete: 2017
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USA Weightlifting American Open Finals: 2018
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USA Weightlifting American Open Finals: 2020
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USA Weightlifting American Open Finals: 2021
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Crossfit Quarterfinals Competitor 2021
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Master Fitness Collective Championship Competitor 2021
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70.3 Ironman Finisher 2022
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USA Weightlifting North American Open Finals: 2022
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USA Weightlifting North American Open Finals: 2023
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70.3 Ironman Finisher 2023
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Name: Ethan Foy, PT, DPT, CF-L1
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Personal Motto: It doesn’t matter how slow you go, just don’t stop.
What’s his story?
Ethan is from Chapel Hill, NC. He played baseball and ice hockey growing up, starting sport performance training at age 11. Through this, he developed an appreciation for hard work and physical fitness beyond what is needed for sport. Throughout his undergraduate studies at UNC-Chapel Hill, he knew he wanted to work in a profession that allowed him to help others, but was unsure what career path he should take. His experience working as a personal trainer and functional fitness instructor fostered an interest in helping others use movement to improve overall function and reach their goals. He found physical therapy to be the perfect avenue to apply his professional knowledge with his background as an athlete and coach and passion for physical fitness. With the clinical skills gained in school, Ethan focuses on promoting healing, optimizing movement, and improving performance. Ethan believes in a holistic and collaborative approach to care and harnessing the strengths of each patient in order to achieve the best outcomes possible.
Education:
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BS in Biology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Doctor of Physical Therapy, DPT, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Advanced Certifications (include fitness and nutrition certifications):​
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CrossFit Level 1 Trainer​
Name: Dr. Cameron Pelletier
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Personal Motto: Change is hard, not impossible. Invest in your health as you would in your wealth.
What’s His story?
Cameron was born and raised in Eastern North Carolina. He graduated from East Carolina University in 2008 with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Supply Chain Management. After working in corporate sales for years, Cameron decided he wanted to make a change. As an athlete he wanted to somehow combine the experience of building relationships as you get in sales with healthcare and performance. Physical therapy was the answer. In 2019 Cameron graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
After graduating, Cameron moved to New Mexico and worked in acute care assisting patients recovering from major surgeries and joint replacements. He then made his way to Puerto Rico where he lived the last 2 years working with a spectrum of injuries in an outpatient orthopedic setting before returning to North Carolina.
Cameron is a movement optimist and believes in the strength and resiliency of the human body. He wants to help individuals combat their pain, manage their stress, and improve their performance in the gym and everyday life. He is aware of how much pain can impact all aspects of life, including mental health, nutrition, sleep, and recovery. Using movement as medicine empowers the person, actively includes them in their recovery journey, and allows the body to make adaptations to build overall capacity. Whether you’re injured, looking to improve your health, or pursuing a personal goal, Cameron wants to be on your team to guide you, support you, and cheer you on.
Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy, MUSC, 2019