ABOUT DR. LISA

Dr. Lisa Fernandez, PT, DPT, NCPT, PCES, Cert DN, has over 25 years of experience in fitness, wellness, and rehabilitation. Her clinical experience includes orthopedic, post-surgical, sports, aquatic therapy, neurological, and vestibular rehabilitation and she has worked with patients of all ages and abilities, from sports therapy to geriatric rehabilitation. 

 In her clinical practice, Dr. Lisa provides high quality care that utilizes manual therapy and therapeutic exercise along with patient education and improving biomechanics and posture in order to facilitate her patients’ return to function. She is experienced with techniques such as Dry Needling, Blood flow restriction (BFR) training, Instrument-Assisted soft tissue mobilization, laser therapy, Kinesiotaping, and Cupping therapy.

As an APTA certified clinical instructor, Lisa has mentored many students from physical therapy schools around the country. She has owned and operated a boutique Fitness studio, and worked as a fitness instructor at the White House Athletic Center in Washington, D.C. She has also worked as a spokesperson for major fitness and nutrition companies and has been featured in publications such as Muscle & Fitness, Fitness Rx, and Oxygen magazines.

 Born and raised in Harbor Beach, Michigan, Lisa spent many years practicing in South Florida before returning to her home state. She now lives in Northern Michigan and offers concierge physical therapy and Pilates-based movement sessions throughout Traverse City and Leelanau County. When she’s not working with clients, Lisa enjoys traveling, Pilates, being outdoors, attending concerts, cheering on her favorite sports teams, and spending time with her family. 

Education

 Dr. Lisa earned her Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Central Michigan University and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Florida Gulf Coast University. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from Central Michigan University, with a background in exercise science and personal training.  

Certifications

• Dry Needling -American Academy of Manipulative Therapy (AAMT)
• Nationally Certified Pilates Instructor - National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) and Core Advancement Teacher Training program which consists of over 450 hours of comprehensive Pilates training
•  Certified Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist (PCES).