Dr. Jessica Mertz
Physical Therapist
Jessica Mertz, PT, DPT, graduated from the University at Albany in New York with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology in 2008. After working in various fields, she then decided to further pursue a career in physical therapy at Neumann University in Aston, Pennsylvania and graduated in 2014. She has completed orthopedic manual training courses with IAMT, certified in functional dry needling with Evidence in Motion, and has her Selective Functional Movement Assessment(SFMA) certification. She grew up participating in performing arts, sports, and competed at the division one collegiate level with her Albany dance team. She is a barre instructor with SoulBody Fitness, and loves to do anything that involves inspiring through movement. She enjoys running and has completed a variety of races up to the half marathon level. Dr. Mertz is also enjoying her recent exploration of obstacle course training with Spartan races. She loves to help others with their training and injury prevention, and has a passion for learning. She is also a certified nutritionist with Precision Nutrition, and hopes to continue to be able to provide patients with a well-rounded approach to fitness, health, and coaching people to meet their potential!