Physical Therapy Staff

Ryan Monaco PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS

Physical Therapist, Athletic Trainer, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Dominican College, B.S., 2004
Dominican Men's Soccer Team 2000-2004 NCAA Division 2
Utica University Doctor of Physical Therapy Class of 2011
Physical Therapist for the Utica Comets (2017-2023)
Specializing in treatments of the shoulder, hip and knee.
Certified through Titleist Performance Institute for body mechanics assessment of golf swing/medical level 1.
Currently residing in Utica NY with wife Kelly, Children, Cole and Rory, and two labs Mookie and Chloe.

Mike Jarmak PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS

Doctor of Physical Therapy, Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Co-Owner SPI Fitness
Utica University Doctor of Physical Therapy Class of 2012
Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, Certified Vestibular Rehab Therapist
Specializes in treatment of the spine, shoulder and knee
Additional specialties with post-concussion syndrome (PCS), and vestibular disorders

Jared

Physical Therapist (PT, DPT) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) treating in our Accelerate Office.
Utica University Doctor of Physical Therapy class of 2022.
Physical Therapist for Utica Comets, AHL affiliate of the New Jersey Devils.
I grew up in Rome, NY playing soccer, ice hockey and lacrosse. I played 4 consecutive seasons of college lacrosse and I volunteer coach at Utica University. I began working with RMPT in 2019. I leisurely enjoy hiking, golfing and walking my beagle.
Fun fact: I still have a baby tooth.

Erik

Doctor of Physical Therapy treating the RMPT Champlin location.
Graduated from Quinnipiac University in 2019 and Simmons University in 2022. I completed my first clinical rotation for 12 weeks at our old Burrstone Road location in summer of 2020.
I grew up in Westmoreland having played soccer, basketball and track. I currently enjoy golfing, working out and watching the Boston Celtics.
Fun fact: I have 2 middle names.

Jake

I am a Physical Therapy Assistant with the RMPT team currently treating at the accelerate office. I graduated from HCCC in 2020 and joined the team shortly after my last clinical rotation at RMPT.
I'm an East Utican born and raised. I graduated from Notre Dame Highschool in 2018 and played soccer and tennis throughout my time there. I like to lift heavy things and help others improve their physicality to better themselves.
Fun fact: I recently started playing pickleball and I don't plan on stopping anytime soon.

Courtney

I’m a Physical Therapist Assistant and Licensed Massage Therapist and have been working with the RMPT team since 2021. I am currently seeing patients at the Accelerate location.
I graduated from Onondaga School of Therapeutic Massage in 2008 and from Herkimer County Community College in 2021.
For 15 years throughout my youth, I participated in competitive dance involving ballet, tap and jazz. I love being outdoors with my family and friends, especially in the summertime.
Fun fact: I love to paint with watercolor in my free time.

Ashley

I am a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant treating patients at the Champlin ave location. I attended Herkimer College and graduated in the spring of 2023.
In the past I played softball and soccer. Currently I participate in OCB pro bodybuilding competitions and Powerlifting. I enjoy going to the gym, snowboarding, and hiking.
Fun fact: I have an Australian Shepherd named Scout who also enjoys the outdoors.

Mrs. Bushey

Laurie is the office manager for RMPT and SPI Fitness. Laurie comes to us after 20+ years in human resources at her family business, G and I Homes. Laurie has been with the company since 2016 and handles everything from insurance authorizations to payroll.
Laurie is an alumni of Notre Dame high school in Utica, NY
Laurie lives in Schuyler with her husband David and has 5 children and numerous grandchildren who are her joy in life.