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ORTHOSPORT HQ TEAM

Meet Our Team

Meet the Experts Dedicated to Your Health and Performance

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Dr. James Yoder, PT

Owner & CEO

The co-owner of OrthoSport HQ, this provider hails from Wooster, Ohio, and brings a strong background in sports physical therapy, backed by a doctorate from Ohio University. A former college basketball player, they blend athletic experience with clinical expertise to deliver personalized, sports-focused care, helping athletes recover, strengthen, and optimize performance. Passionate about empowering others, they prioritize injury prevention and longevity.

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Dustin Kaplan, AT, ART

Owner & COO

The co-owner of OrthoSport HQ, this provider is a Sports Medicine graduate from Ohio University, licensed in Athletic Training and manual therapy, and certified in Active Release Therapy (ART). A passionate road cyclist from Orange, Ohio, they bring expertise in rehabilitation and performance enhancement. As Ohio’s NSCA State Director, they advocate for excellence in strength and conditioning across the state.

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Liz Kentner

Dir. of Business Development

A CrossFit Level 1 coach from Urbana, Ohio, and a dedicated wife and mother of three, studied at Ohio University and is passionate about adaptive CrossFit. She focuses on creating inclusive, empowering fitness experiences, helping individuals of all abilities reach their potential.

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Dr. Kyle Ditzenberger, PT

Physical Therapist

A board-certified physical therapist from Slippery Rock University, this provider specializes in running, strength & conditioning. Dedicated to helping clients achieve peak performance, they combine expertise with a passion for active lifestyles and personalized training solutions.


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Dan Fitz

Strength Coach

A dedicated strength and conditioning coach and CrossFit specialist from Ohio State University, this provider emphasizes diet, nutrition, and weightlifting. Passionate about optimizing performance, he tailors programs to support clients' fitness goals, from foundational strength to advanced lifting techniques.

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Dr. Jake Lark, PT, SCS

Sports Specialist PT

A board-certified sports physical therapist (SCS) from the University of Dayton, this provider specializes in golf and baseball. With a deep passion for both sports, he focuses on injury prevention, performance enhancement, and personalized rehabilitation for athletes.


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Amara Kesiter

Clinical Coordinator

Dedicated Exercise Physiology student at Kent State University with a focus on Athletic Training, this provider is a sports enthusiast passionate about enhancing athletic performance and injury prevention, committed to applying evidence-based practices to support active lifestyles.

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Andy Stines, PTA

Titleist Performance L1

A licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) and Titleist Performance Specialist - Level 1 from Washington State Community College, this provider brings a passion for golf to their practice, focusing on improving performance and tailored rehabilitation for golfers of all levels.


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Justin Jakopic

Physical Therapy Asst.

Justin Jakopic is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with a strong background in sports rehabilitation and injury prevention. With experience in outpatient and hospital settings, he specializes in treating athletes, utilizing advanced recovery techniques, and collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.