San Antonio – Stone Oak

Barbara Guarriello completed her undergraduate degree at Washington University in St. Louis where she majored in psychology and dance. She danced professionally, worked as a consultant for non-profit arts organizations, and taught preschool prior to enrolling in graduate school. Barbara graduated from George Washington University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT). She completed the Manual Physical Therapy Certification program through Evidence In Motion (EIM) and is a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedics (OCS).Barbara enjoys treating dancers and is happy to provide care for Ballet San Antonio’s artists.

Barbara is a certified yoga instructor, and when she is not in the clinic she enjoys spending time with her husband David, daughter Gabriella, and her son John.

Dr. Wendorf is the Stone Oak Clinic Director.

Elise’s lengthy list of credentials began with her Bachelor’s degree in dance from Texas Woman’s University, where she also performed with the national touring company and danced professionally even while enrolled in physical therapy school (now that’s what we call multitasking)! 

She went on to receive her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. Now, she is also a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopaedics and has studied extensively with the International Spine and Pain Institute, earning her credentials as a Certified Spine Manual Therapist.  

In 2019, Elise completed her Fellowship training and earned the prestigious title of Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists. She also enjoys teaching and mentoring and currently acts as a faculty member at both Bellin College and Evidence In Motion (EIM). Additionally, she’s involved in Evidence In Motion’s Residency Program, both onsite at TexPTS Stone Oak and abroad. Elise certainly knows what’s what in the physical therapy world.   

Dr. Marcos Lopez, is bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. He is native to El Paso, Texas, where he completed his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree at University of Texas El Paso. Following his DPT, he graduated from the Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency program at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, and is a board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS).

Additionally, he is a certified Therapeutic Pain Specialist and a Fellow in Manual Orthopedic Physical Therapy, both of which he completed through Evidence In Motion (EIM). Professionally, he has had the privilege of speaking at national and international multi-disciplinary conferences with a target audience of physicians, physician assistants, and rehabilitation professionals speaking all things physical therapy, pain recovery, and opioid use disorder.

Marcos has aspirations to travel nationally and internationally. A few bucket list items include white water rafting, deep sea fishing, visiting the Grand Canyon and Zion National park. He is a proud uncle of 3 kiddos based in the Dallas area. When not working in the clinic, he enjoys outdoor activities like hiking and trail running. He also enjoys participating in obstacle course races! He is a sucker for brunch food and sweets. An ideal day outside of clinic would be spent with family and/or friends, include live music outdoors, and a tasty cool beverage.

Dr. Kovacevic completed his Bachelor’s degree in Health Science at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois. While at Bradley University completing his undergraduate degree, he was also on the Bradley Men’s Soccer Team and competed at the Division I level for all 4 years. Zach went on to continue his tenure at Bradley University to complete his clinical Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. Upon graduation, he moved to Texas to join the TexPTS team.

Zach is a board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist. He is currently enrolled in Evidence In Motion’s Fellowship in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy program at TexPTS. His professional interests include intervening with patients of all ages primarily those with orthopedic and chronic pain conditions and getting them back to doing their meaningful activities.

In his spare time, Zach enjoys reading, exercising, and being outdoors with his wife, Danielle, exploring what the rest of Texas has to offer.

Dr. Leanna Garza earned her Bachelor’s degree in exercise and sports science with a psychology minor from Texas State University in San Marcos. Leanna went on to complete her Physical Therapy degree from South College in Knoxville, TN.

Dr. Garza plans to complete an orthopedic residency with Evidence In Motion to become Board Certified in Orthopedics. Leanna enjoys working with all rehab injuries and takes interest in the geriatric population.

Leanna is from Hondo, Texas and enjoys being close to her family. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends, playing tennis, watching Netflix, and finding new eatery’s.

Caitlin Bullard, a native of College Station, received her Bachelor’s degree in Health Science from Texas A&M University, and became a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) after attending Blinn College. Caitlin completed Evidence In Motion’s PTA Specialty Certification in Orthopedics program. She is furthering her education and will begin the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program at University of Texas Medical Branch.

Having grown up dancing, Caitlin enjoys competitive dance and worked throughout her studies as an instructor and choreographer. In her spare time, she loves all things sports (especially football) and attends Texas A&M games regularly. She also enjoys touring the Texas countryside in her 1931 Model A pickup truck that she restored with her father.

Alanna received her Associate of Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Northeast Wisconsin Technical College in Green Bay, WI in May 2019. She will also be starting the Evidence in Motion’s PTA Specialty Certification in Orthopedics program in the September of 2019.

She grew up playing softball and volleyball through sports she developed a strong love of orthopedics. Alanna especially enjoys learning new techniques to treat patients. She takes special interest in sports related injuries and helping athletes return to their sport.

Alanna moved to San Antonio after graduating in May and enjoys spending time exploring and learning more about the city. When not at work, she is typically reading a good book, binge watching a new series on TV, or spending time outdoors.

Morgan attended Clemson University and received Associate of Applied Science in the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Horry-Georgetown Technical College in Myrtle Beach, SC. She is currently enrolled in Evidence in Motion’s PTA Speciality Certification in Orthopedics program.

Morgan enjoys working with orthopedic patients of all ages and conditions.

Morgan is originally from South Carolina and enjoys exploring her new city San Antonio area. She also loves watching movies, traveling and going to the lake.

Dr. Cadia Spraker earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Exercise Science followed by her Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Dr. Spraker is beginning an orthopedic residency through Evidence In Motion to become Board-Certified in Orthopedics.

Besides being passionate about physical therapy she is also super passionate about staying active and getting outside. Cadia is happiest learning new movements at CrossFit, mountain biking, and playing pick-up lacrosse in the yard with her siblings back home. Eventually she even wants to learn how to surf!

As a new resident, Cadia is looking forward to meeting new people and seeing what San Antonio has to offer. If you run into her at the clinic, tell her about your favorite local spot! Apart from exploring Texas, she aspires to travel nationally and abroad. San Diego, California, and Banff, Canada, are first on the list.