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Physical Therapists
Mr. Mark Murphy, PT, MPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT
Physical Therapist, Partner
Mr. Mark C. Murphy is licensed physical therapist and an Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) who received his professional physical therapy education from Gannon University. His areas of clinical expertise are in orthopedics, sports injuries, and vestibular rehabilitation. He is a member of the Orthopedic and Private Practice Sections of the American Physical Therapy Association and is a Fellow in the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT).
Mr. Murphy provides athletic training services for the Dryden Central School District and is active in the Dryden community through Sertoma, youth coaching, and public service. He enjoys outdoor activities with his wife and two children, and can often be found pursuing his passion for fly-fishing and outdoor sports.
Dr. Lauren Potter, PT, DPT, OCS
Physical Therapist, Partner
Dr. Potter is a licensed physical therapist and Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) who received her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Utica College. She did her post-graduate Orthopedic Residency with Evidence in Motion. She is a member of the Private Practice Section of the American Physical Therapy Association. She also serves as the clinical coordinator for McCune, Murphy & Potter Physical Therapy’s student clinical education program and has trained several student physical therapists.
Dr. Potter is kept very busy by being a mom of little boys. She lives in Dryden with her husband and two sons.
Dr. Katie Musci, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Dr. Musci is a graduate of Ithaca College, having earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2021. She believes in the interconnectedness of physical health and emotional well-being, and how important it is to address both while on the journey to wellness. She tries her best to infuse her sessions with a lively spirit that makes the therapeutic experience as fun as it is transformative. Beyond her professional life, Dr. Musci is a proud cat mom to two feline companions and harbors a deep passion for travel, always eager to explore new horizons and make unique, life-long memories.
Dr. Megan Grosch, PT, DPT, MS
Physical Therapist
Dr. Grosch is a licensed Physical Therapist who earned her Doctorate's Degree from the University of Delaware. Having experienced multiple injuries throughout her collegiate soccer and military career, she is passionate about helping others restore impaired physical function in order to maximize quality of life and enhance performance. Dr. Grosch enjoys working with the outpatient orthopedic population and would like to pursue becoming an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in the future. Outside of PT, Dr. Grosch enjoys spending time at home with her husband, daughter, and two dogs.
Dr. Carolyn Langer, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Dr. Langer, originally from Queens, NY, has a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Ithaca College. Dr. Langer is particularly interested in manual therapy and pain science. “I strive to make my patients feel as involved as possible in their care, and I look to motivate people to be as independent as possible.” Dr. Langer is certified in Pelvic Health and, as a dedicated learner, she looks forward to future certifications. She is also a volunteer firefighter and emergency medical technician at the Varna Volunteer Fire Company.
Dr. Hannah Gallagher PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Dr. Gallagher is one of our own, born and raised in Homer, NY. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science at University of Buffalo and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Stony Brook University. “I believe that informed patients are empowered patients. I also believe that movement-based treatment is essential in restoring mobility, function, and joy in life.” Dr. Gallagher lives in Cortland with her dog, Dugan, and she enjoys hiking, cooking, paddle boarding, traveling, attending concerts and reading.
Dr. Laurel Wolfe Wawrzynek, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Dr. Wolfe Wawrzynek is from beautiful Ithaca! She received her doctorate in physical therapy from Chatham University then moved to Oregon to experience a new part of the country. Dr. Wolfe Wawrzynek’s passion for travel has taken her around the world including teaching English in a French high school in Epernay, France. She was a physical therapist in Colorado and Hawaii before returning to Ithaca.
Dr. Wolfe Wawrzynek specializes in hypermobility and performing artists and has experience in pediatrics and early intervention. Outside of work, Dr. Wolfe Wawrzynek enjoys doing aerial circus, playing her violin, gardening, and hanging out with her husband and their two black cats Harvest Moon and Blue Moon.
Physical Therapist Assistants
Shanine Turner
Physical Therapist Assistant
Shanine is a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) and graduate of Broome Community College, where she graduated with her Associate’s Degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant. Shanine brings her extensive expertise in therapeutic exercise programs to those experiencing sports and orthopedic related injuries using her certifications in weight training and various manual therapy techniques. She has been an integral part of the rehabilitation team at McCune, Murphy, & Potter Physical Therapy for over 15 years.
Shanine enjoys working with her community through her church, school, and community planned events. She has served as a guest instructor for injury prevention with her daughters’ sports teams, as well as a volunteer at local races, triathlons, and sports clinics. She is also a registered Girl Scout working with her local junior troop. In her free time, she enjoys taking Zumba classes and hiking with her family. She currently resides in Newfield with her husband and two daughters.
Kahlan Liu
Physical Therapist Assistant
Kahlan is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) who obtained an Associate’s Degree with honors from SUNY Canton Community College. Kahlan is passionate about improving movement for a wide variety of conditions and prioritizing each patient's personalized goals. Her clinical experience is with neuromuscular and orthopedic conditions.
In her free time, she likes to create art and listen to audiobooks.
Julie Crosby
Physical Therapist Assistant
Julie is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant who earned her Associates Degree with honors from SUNY Broome Community College. She also holds a BFA in Ceramics from the Hartford Art School and worked as a studio potter and ceramics instructor for more than 20 years. Julie's interest in physical fitness and movement led her to pursue physical therapy as a second career. Her clinical experience is in orthopedic outpatient and geriatric rehab/skilled nursing. She enjoys working with people to improve strength, stability and balance. Julie is currently the instructor for the Ageless Agility class at our Trumansburg location.
Julie lives in Mecklenburg and enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. She can also be found taking group fitness classes at FLX Fit Club in Ithaca or making pottery at her home studio.
Max Gilmore
Physical Therapist Assistant
Max is from Halfmoon Bay, California. He graduated from Onondaga Community College in Syracuse and then made his way to Ithaca. Max’s passion is to “bring independence back to people's lives through education and exercise.” Outside of work, Max’s hobbies include fitness and hiking.
Office Staff
Perri McGowan
HR, Business Manager
Questions email Perri at perri.mcmurphypt@gmail.com
Erica Nedrow
Billing Manager
Billing questions email Erica at erica@ptithaca.com
Brittany Brown
Billing Administrator
Sheneque Rowe
Front Desk Staff (Ithaca)
Sheila Drake
Front Desk Staff (Ithaca)
Patti Bush
Front Desk Staff (Trumansburg)
Destiny Wood
Front Desk Staff (Dryden)
Morgan N.
Front Desk Staff (Dryden)
Anissa Sanford
Bookkeeper
Emeritus
David A. McCune, PT, DPT, MPHTY ST, OCS, FAAOMPT
Emeritus Partner
Dr. David A. McCune is a licensed physical therapist who received his Master’s in Manipulative Physical Therapy from The University of Queensland in Australia and his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Upstate Medical University. He is also an Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) in physical therapy and is on the faculty at Upstate Medical University. Dr. McCune specializes in spinal care, athletic rehabilitation, and the treatment of orthopedic conditions. Having authored chapters in orthopedic physical therapy textbooks as well as professional journals, he has been asked to speak throughout the U.S. and abroad on topics related to management of spinal dysfunction and lower extremity biomechanics. Dr. McCune is a member of the Orthopedic Section of the American Physical Therapy Association, the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Australia, the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, and is a Fellow in the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT).
Outside of his professional pursuits, Dave enjoys hiking, skiing, woodworking, kayaking, and fly-fishing. He is active in the community in many non-profit organizations and lives with his wife, Sally, and children in Ithaca.
Our History
Interesting fact: McCune, Murphy & Potter Physical Therapy, PC is the oldest and longest-running outpatient physical therapy private practice in Tompkins County.
The company was founded in 1972 on West Hill by two Ithaca College Physical Therapy professors, Bob Sprague and Bob Grant. In 1983, Dr. David McCune, PT, DPT, MPHTY ST, OCS, FAAOMPT, joined forces with Bob Sprague and formed Sprague and McCune Physical Therapy.
Sprague and McCune opened a second location in Auburn in 1989, which they co-owned until Bob Sprague’s retirement in 1995. That year, Tim Ainslie joined the practice as partner, forming The Therapy Center, which was moved to the Ithaca office’s current location on Triphammer Road, the site of a former car dealership. The following year, the name of the practice was changed to McCune and Ainslie.
Also, in 1996, Mr. Mark Murphy, PT, MPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT started working at McCune and Ainslie.
In 2002, the Auburn location was sold.
In 2007, Mr. Murphy began his partnership with Dave, opening Dryden Sport and Spine, which is now the Dryden location.
Dr. Lauren Potter, PT, DPT, OCS, joined the group in 2011.
The practice changed its name to McCune & Murphy Physical Therapy, PC in 2012, which was also the same year the Trumansburg location was founded. In 2014, the Trumansburg office moved into its current location on Main Street, and one year later, McCune and Murphy acquired Independent Fitness, a Trumansburg fitness center which is currently known as T-Fit.
In 2018, they launched Peak Performance Fitness Consultants to address the growing need to transition physical therapy patients to long term healthy habits.
In the beginning of 2021, Dr. Potter advanced to partner therefore changing the name to McCune, Murphy & Potter Physical Therapy, PC.
Dr. Potter and Mr. Murphy continue to own and run McCune, Murphy & Potter Physical Therapy with a number of physical therapists, physical therapy aides and office staff, while Dave enjoys his retirement. The practice continues to grow and thrive.