Staff | Alaska Physical Therapy Specialists, LLC

Jeff Evans, PT, FAAOMPT

Physical Therapist

Jeff was raised in Anchorage since the age of five and returned after completing college. He played hockey competitively growing up and continues to play recreationally.

Expertise:
Jeff has worked completely in outpatient orthopedics in several local clinics before opening Alaska Physical Therapy Specialists, LLC in June 2004.

Jeff is a resident and fellowship trained orthopedic manual physical therapist through the Ola Grimsby Institute and enjoys treating all spinal, extremity and craniomandibular pain. Jeff has had direct education with Mariano Rocabado, PT one of the first PT’s to focus treatment in the craniomandibular and craniocervical region. He is currently in advanced studies with the international CRAFTA program, Craniofacial Therapy Academy.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in biology and minor in psychology, Seattle University, 1996
Masters in physical therapy, Eastern Washington University, 1999
Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy

Interests:
Hockey, mountain biking, skiing.

Michelle Dreeszen, PT, DPT, OCS.

Physical Therapist

Michelle moved to Anchorage in 2011 with her husband, who was born and raised here. She joined the AKPTS team in 2016.

Expertise:
Michelle has worked throughout her career in outpatient orthopedics both in Reno, Nevada and in Anchorage. She is a board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and recently completed a residency program in orthopedic manual therapy through the Ola Grimsby Institute.

Michelle’s other clinical interests include pelvic health and vestibular rehabilitation for individuals with dizziness complaints and balance deficits, sports rehabilitation, and headache management.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, University of Illinois, 2005
Doctorate in physical therapy, Duke University, 2009

Interests:
Hiking, camping, running, biking, and exploring the outdoors.

Shauna Boquist, PT, MSPT

Physical Therapist

Shauna was born and raised in Anchorage and joined the AKPTS team in summer 2017.

Expertise:
Shauna has a vast experience in outpatient orthopedics. She has a strong interest in manual therapy and completed a Residency in Orthopedic Manual Therapy from the Ola Grimsby Institute in 2016. She has also completed the two foundation Dry Needling courses from Myopain Seminars.

Shauna’s other clinical interests include sports rehabilitation, pelvic health, and vestibular rehabilitation for individuals with complaints of dizziness and balance deficits.

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Health Science from The University of Arizona, 2001
Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Boston University, 2005

Interests:
Marathoning, skiing, fat tire biking, playing women's ice hockey, hiking, and fly fishing.

Peter Sablove PT, MPT, OCS

Physical Therapist

Peter arrived in Anchorage in 2020 with his Fiance’, Jessica, their dog Nori, and two cats Ricky and Maisie. They decided to call Alaska home and have since adopted an additional dog, Kozu, and cat, Pablo. He was born and raised in San Diego, California. Peter joined the AKPTS team in 2021.

Expertise:
Peter started his career as an inpatient acute physical therapist at Scripps Hospital Encinitas and in 2011 transitioned to outpatient orthopedics. Peter is a board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with advanced training in manual therapy techniques through the Learning Movements Orthopedic Physical Therapy Seminars. Peter is also trained in Dry Needling through Myopain seminars.

Peter’s other clinical interest are sport rehabilitation and temporal mandibular joint dysfunction.

Education:

Bachelors in Psychology University California Santa Barbara, 2004
Masters in Physical Therapy California State University Long Beach, 2010

Interests:
Mountain Biking. Fat tire biking. Skiing. Long Distance Thru hiking. Culinary Arts. Fishing. Surfing.

Gregory Lancaster, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Gregory was born and raised in Georgia and moved to Anchorage to join AKPTS in 2023.

Expertise:
Gregory started his career in Tampa after school in an outpatient sports medicine clinic. He has since worked in other sports therapy and orthopedic office settings. He finished his PT school career with emphasis in manual therapy courses and currently working towards his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification. He is also certified in dry needling through the International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine.

Gregory’s other clinical interest are sport rehabilitation and post-operative care therapy.

Education:

Bachelors of Exercise Science from The University of Georgia, 2014
Doctor of Physical Therapy from University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, 2017

Interests:
Swimming, running, hiking, fishing, skiing, backpacking/camping, CrossFit, photography

Benjamin (Benni) Salinas PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Benni was born in Mexico and raised in Texas. She has always dreamed of experiencing life in Alaska and finally made the move in early 2024 with her husband, Omar, and their dogs Remi and Gunner.

Expertise:
Benni has varied experience in inpatient and outpatient orthopedics. She is trained in Dry Needling through Intricate Art Spine and Body Solutions in Levels 1 and 2. She also has a passion for holistic care and is now a Certified Somatic Coach. Benni is fluent in both languages - English and Spanish.

Benni’s other clinical interests include vestibular rehabilitation, functional movement, and pelvic health.

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care Texas State University, 2012
Graduate Certificate in Polysomnography Texas State University, 2013
Doctor of Physical Therapy Texas State University, 2019

Interests:
Hiking, backpacking, biking and exploring art.