Our Staff

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Jeff Merrigan
PT, DPT
Jeff was raised locally here in Lake George and is a graduate of Sage College where he earned his doctorate of Physical Therapy. Jeff is experienced in evaluating and treating musculoskeletal injuries and impairments of all kinds including work-related injuries. He employees all current and research based methods of a well-rounded treatment approach, focusing on manual therapy including joint/spinal manipulation, specific individualized exercise prescription, and self-care education. Jeff enjoys treating those with back, neck, shoulder and knee injuries which limit daily function including helping patients return to their job/sport while teaching patients how to avoid injury in the future. Jeff still enjoys an active lifestyle outside of the clinic including skiing, running, and softball which helps him appreciate his patients injuries and struggles.
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Kris Vernold
MPT
Kris has worked at Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation since 2003 and for Glens Falls Hospital prior to that. He grew up in Hartford, NY, and graduated form Hartford Central School. He furthered his education at SUNY Adirondack, then Johnson State College in VT, where he received his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science. Kris then went on to receive his Master’s in Physical Therapy from SUNY Upstate Medical in Syracuse, NY. He has worked primarily in orthopedic as well as aquatic physical therapy and also has a specialty in Vestibular Rehab, treating individuals with vertigo. Kris is married to his wife Beth, has a two year old son, Andy, and a new baby due in September 2015. He and his family live in Hudson Falls, NY. In addition to spending time with his family, Kris enjoys auto racing where he is a dirt modified driver at Albany – Saratoga Speedway. Someday he would like to build a new house for his family as he learned this trade while working for his Dad while growing up.
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Marcy Davidson
PT
Marcy Davidson grew up in Maine. She graduated from Quinnipiac University in 1999 and has practiced Physical Therapy in Maine and New York. She has worked for Orthopedic and Sports Rehab since 2004 and lives in Queensbury with her husband and two boys.
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Emma Nelson
PT
Emma is originally from Queensbury, NY. Emma graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Health Science Studies and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Quinnipiac University in 2021 and 2024, respectively. Emma’s goal is to deliver individualized patient centered care to all. She enjoys treating people with various diagnoses, but has a special interest in treating patients with balance and gait impairments as well as working with athletes. During her free time, she loves to spend time with family and friends. Some activities she likes to do include hiking, sailing, running, playing tennis, and baking.
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