DR. BRIAN ADAMS
OWNER
PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, CFDN
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
ABPTS Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Exercise Physiologist
Certified Bike Fit Pro (Level 2/Clinical) and Instructor
Advanced Certification in Functional Dry Needling (KinetaCore/Structure & Function)
Certified Rock Tape & KinesioTape Clinician
Brian Adams founded Adams Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy in 2013 with a mission to offer endurance athletes the best possible treatment and training to help them feel better, get faster, and go farther.
The Novi resident is an elite-level cyclist with more than three decades of experience racing, wrenching, and fitting. He’s also an accomplished swimmer and triathlete who enjoys soccer and rock climbing. By merging his knowledge of sports and physical therapy, Brian and his Team have come to occupy a unique space in the PT field. He offers bike fitting, shoe/pedal assessment, performance testing, blood lactate tests, and coaching services to bikers and other endurance athletes looking to take their performance to the next level. He also creates custom foot orthotics for athletes that optimize their performance and decrease their risk for injury due to poor biomechanics.
Before creating Adams Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy, Brian spent more than 15 years working at the University of Michigan MedSport Sports Medicine Department as a clinician and a supervisor. He has a vast amount of experience with shoulder and knee diagnoses, acute injuries, post-operative care, and return-to-sport conditioning. He is also a passionate educator, spending time as a Clinical Instructor, Adjunct Clinical Lecturer in the PT Department at the University of Michigan-Flint, as well as a regular lecturer at conferences and events on topics pertaining to injury treatment and prevention in athletes.
When he’s not at the clinic or racing, you’ll find Brian with his wife and their three busy kiddos out and about in Novi, where they are active in the community. He and his family are the proud owners of Gus, the certified therapy dog that you will find in clinic on most days, as well as their newest edition "Oliver" the Corgi, who is affectionately the "little brother".
DR. HANNAH DEPAUL
EDUCATION DIRECTOR
PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS, CFDN
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
ABPTS Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS)
Site Coordinator of Clinical Education
Certified in Functional Dry Needling (Level 2 – KinetaCore)
NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Certified Bike Fit Pro (Level 2/Clinical Specialist)
Dr. Hannah DePaul has a passion for helping people with active lifestyles achieve their goals, improve performance, and return to the activities and sports they enjoy. Her treatment philosophy focuses on using the appropriate exercise prescription, manual therapy techniques, trigger-point dry needling, running gait analysis, and education on load management to address impairments and restore pain-free movement. Hannah became a Sports Certified Specialist in 2016. Hannah received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Duke University in 2013, and was a proud member of Duke’s Triathlon Club. She went to University of Michigan for undergrad, studying movement science and was a member of the varsity swim team. She competed in the 2008 Olympic Trials. After swimming, Hannah developed a passion for triathlons, and has completed the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii in 2013 and 2017. Currently, she enjoys distance running and wants to see what she is capable of in the marathon, and get into trail running. Outside of the clinic Hannah enjoys spending time with her husband, their two sons, and labrador retriever. She enjoys being outside, including running, hiking, biking to get ice cream, and she loves going up north to her happy place in Glen Arbor, Michigan.
DR. DARYL MOORE
CLINIC DIRECTOR
PT, DPT, SCS, CFDN
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
ABPTS Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS)
Certified in Concussion Management
Certified in Functional Dry Needling
Certified in Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
Certified in Kinesiology taping (RockTape)
Hockey Coach
Dr. Daryl Moore graduated with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of Michigan, which included a clinical rotation with Adams Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy. Daryl, who is a former professional hockey player, is originally from Canada. He came to the U.S. at age 19 to attend Western Michigan University and join its NCAA Division 1 Ice Hockey team. After graduating from Western Michigan with a B.S. in Exercise Science, Daryl decided to pursue his dream of playing professional hockey and competed for five years in the Southern Professional Hockey League (SPHL) and Central Hockey League (CHL). Daryl also had an extensive roller hockey career, winning multiple national and world championships. Daryl enjoys working with patients of all ages and educating them on what they can do to get back to the activities and sports that they love. He utilizes various hands-on/manual therapy techniques, as well as functional dry needling, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization, and proper exercise prescription to restore normal and pain-free movement. His experience as a professional athlete has played an important role in his ability to understand the needs of high level athletes looking to improve their performance and help them stay healthy in their day-to-day grind. Daryl Currently resides in South Lyon with his wife, two sons, and Bernese Mountain dog Maisy. He is currently coaching youth hockey and plays in the local Tier-1 Men’s league.
HEATHER EMKE, BS
OFFICE MANAGER
B.S. in Exercise Science
Heather graduated from Concordia University with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science in May 2018. While earning her degree, she played collegiate soccer and tennis for the Cardinals. Graduation didn’t stop her from continuing her passion in sports and fitness.
Heather is still active and loves playing sports competitively and also for fun. She plays on an adult soccer league in Detroit. She also completed her first half marathon in 2019. In Heather’s free time, she enjoys snowboarding, biking, & weekends up north.
Prior to working at Adams Sport Medicine, Heather worked at Hantz Financial where she gained experience in finance. Heather looks forward to continuing to grow and learn at ASMPT.
DR. ERIC KINNEY
PT, DPT, CSCS, CFDN
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Certified in Functional Dry Needling (CFDN)
NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Specializing in Tactical Athletes
Dr. Eric Kinney is a U.S. Army Veteran and received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of Michigan. He enjoys combining biomechanics, manual therapy and functional exercise prescription when working with athletes and other patient populations.
He graduated with a B.A. in Criminology from Eastern Michigan University in 2010. Up until college Eric competed in several sports but primarily focused on swimming, hockey and football. While at EMU he was a member of the Army ROTC Raider Team and competed in various ruck march and orienteering events throughout the country. After graduating he entered the Army as a Commissioned Officer and was stationed primarily in Fort Carson, CO.
Prior to attending U of M’s DPT program he completed post baccalaureate studies in integrative physiology at the University of Colorado, Boulder. While there, Eric completed a sports medicine internship with CU Athletics where he worked with the varsity football team as well as other PAC-12/ world-class athletes who attended CU. He also worked for a year as a personal trainer in the greater Denver area.
His experience and knowledge from the military and as a former competitive athlete bring a unique skill set to the ASMPT team and will help span into the realm of Tactical Athletes. Making him proficient in helping military, fire and rescue, law enforcement, protective services, and other emergency personnel to improve performance, promote wellness, and decrease injury risk.
He continues to be passionate about health and fitness and regularly enjoys weightlifting, hiking, skiing, mountain biking and swimming. Eric lives in Howell with his wife and daughter.
DR. BRITTANI BENNETT
PT, DPT, CSCS, CFDN
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Certified in Functional Dry Needling (CFDN)
Specializing in Swimmers / Endurance Athletes
Dr. Brittani Bennett began competing in endurance sports at a very young age. As she transitioned into adulthood, she aspired to work in a field of medicine that allowed her to educate and coach others who share her same passion for health and fitness. She believes the best physical therapy is personalized to every individual. Brittani commonly utilizes interventions including, but not limited to, functional exercises, manual therapy techniques, and education on symptom management and activity modification, all of which is centered around the patient’s goals. Ultimately, she works hard to create an environment that is fun and educational to foster patient growth and create sustainable fitness and lifestyle changes.
Brittani graduated with her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Michigan-Flint. A Northern Indiana native, she attended Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) from where she earned her Bachelors of Kinesiology and certificate in personal training. As a collegiate athlete, she swam on the IUPUI Women’s Swim Team and served as the captain for 3 years. She met her husband on the swim team, and together they have shifted from college athletes to avid runners and triathletes. Brittani will be competing in her first Ironman 140.6 in July of 2022.
After moving to Michigan in 2017, Brittani began coaching age group swimming for both the Flint Falcons and Club Wolverine. When Brittani isn’t working or training, she can be found walking or cuddling with her puppy, baking everything containing chocolate and peanut butter, or crushing her husband in a game of cribbage.
DR. JOE GOIKE
PT, DPT, OCS, OMPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
ABPTS Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapist (OMPT)
Titleist Performance Institute Certified (TPI Level 1)
Specializing in Runners / Endurance Athletes
Joe graduated from Oakland University with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) after completing a bachelor’s in health sciences. After completing his DPT degree, he went on to complete a 2-year residency program in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy (OMPT) from Oakland University. His treatment philosophy focuses on mixing exercise prescription, manual therapy, movement analysis, load management, and education to help patient’s return to what they love doing as fast as they can safely. He joins Adams Sports Medicine clinic after 9 years of out-patient orthopedic experience.
Joe grew up playing multiple sports and still maintains an active lifestyle. While at Oakland University he was a member of the varsity track team for four years competing primarily in middle distance events. As a former athlete, Joe uses his experience and education to help others stay healthy and compete in any activity that they enjoy. Along with his interests in running and weightlifting, Joe recently became a Titleist Performance Institute Level 1 Provider to help with all golf related issues.
Outside the clinic, Joe spends time with his wife, two kids, and golden retriever. He finds time to strength train, run, and play as much golf as time allows.
Dr. Corey Temple
PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Specializing in Hockey / Endurance Athletes
Corey graduated with her doctorate in physical therapy from the University of Michigan-Flint. As a high level hockey player, Corey was recruited to play college hockey in New York at Cortland University where she earned her Bachelors of Exercise Science. In her undergrad, Corey designed her teams training programs and did research on the AlterG treadmill. Her research was published in the International Journal of Exercise Science.Corey still plays hockey weekly in local leagues. She has a passion for working with athletes and active people. In her free time, Corey enjoys being active outdoors, working out, and playing with her golden retriever named Morty and black lab named Hank.
Dr. Hannah Cook
PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
ASMPT Sports Resident 2023-2024
Certified Group Fitness Instructor
Specializing in runners/weightlifters
Dr. Hannah Cook graduated with her doctorate in physical therapy from Elon University in North Carolina where she grew up. Prior to this, she attended Appalachian State University in the mountains of NC and earned her Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science. She started coaching strength classes at Appalachian where she discovered a passion for helping others feel comfortable weight lifting. She continued to coach strength classes throughout both undergraduate and graduate school. After college, she developed a love for running and has enjoyed pushing herself to try new races and distances. She is currently training for her first marathon in the fall. She enjoys teaching athletes how to utilize strength training to improve performance and prevent injuries. As our sports resident, she is looking forward to providing medical event coverage across a variety of sports and venues, receiving mentorship from her fellow clinicians, and studying for her sports clinical specialist (SCS) exam. In her free time, you can find her outside running, working out at the Crossfit gym next door, or baking allergy-friendly desserts for the Adams team.
MADELINE SCIARINI, PTA
PTA, BS, CSCS
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Kinesiology B.S.
Madeline is a former soccer player and avid runner with 10 years of experience in the running and endurance industry. While working towards her B.S in Kinesiology at Michigan State, she worked at running specialty stores (Playmakers and Gazelle Sports) and conducted Good Form Running gait analysis. In pursuit of her passion for sports medicine and physical therapy, she went back to school for her A.A.S in Physical Therapy Assistant. She has also earned her NSCA Certification in Strength and Conditioning and utilizes this knowledge in the clinic with her athletic patients.
Madeline pushes her own limits of comfort by competing in triathlons and mountain bike races, and routinely sharing her knowledge and expertise through lectures with the local athletic community. While also focusing on personal growth, she continues to gain knowledge through the pursuit of her DPT. When Madeline is not helping her patients in the clinic you can find her running, cycling and spending time outdoors with family and friends.
Josue Gonzalez
Physical Therapy Aide
Josue is currently attending his last year of undergrad at the University of Michigan and plans to graduate in May of 2023. He is studying Kinesiology and will be applying to physical therapy school. He is from Sturgis where he was introduced to sports medicine in high school as part of an athletic training program for students. Josue enjoys helping out around the clinic and looks forward to working with patients whenever he gets the chance. Josue stays active by playing soccer, golfing, going on walks, biking, and lifting. On his free time he enjoys spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, traveling, and trying new foods!
Noelle Bedard
Physical Therapy Aide
Noelle is currently a senior at the University of Michigan studying Movement Science in the School of Kinesiology. After graduation in 2023, Noelle hopes to pursue a masters in Athletic Training before applying to physical therapy school. At Suncoast High School in Riviera Beach, FL, Noelle played girls varsity basketball all four years, was a team captain, and won a district championship. She played AAU travel basketball as well. Noelle also played girls varsity flag football where she was named offensive MVP, won a district championship, and received the coach’s award. During this time, Noelle gained a love and appreciation for sports medicine and rehabilitation. Noelle currently works as the Head Manager for the Michigan Women’s Basketball Team. Outside of school, Noelle enjoys weightlifting, Peloton, pilates, playing basketball, and Orange Theory. In her free time she loves cooking/baking, working at Le Bon Macaron in Ann Arbor, spending time at the lake with family and friends, traveling, volunteering with student organizations, and of course, watching Michigan sports.
Dylan Offman
Physical Therapy Aide
Dylan Offman is a recent graduate from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Science from the School of Kinesiology. Dylan majored in movement science in his time at the University of Michigan and is currently applying to graduate school in pursuit of his DPT. Dylan also works at King Elementary in Ann Arbor as a head teacher for an after-school program, where he has worked for the past five years. With that experience, Dylan looks to specialize in pediatric physical therapy in the future. In his free time Dylan also works for the University of Michigan CRLT players as both an actor and a voice actor. Outside of working Dylan enjoys quality time with friends and family, painting, and curating his fantasy football lineups.
Amanda Nguyen
Physical Therapy Aide
Amanda is currently a junior at Wayne State University studying Exercise and Sports Science. After graduation, she will be applying to physical therapy school. Growing up, Amanda competed in club and high school gymnastics as well as diving. She was first introduced to sports medicine and physical therapy when she shadowing her high school athletic trainer and going through years of physical therapy herself. Through her experiences, she realized that she has an interest in and passion for sports medicine. Outside of school, she stays active by playing volleyball with friends and has recently picked up jiu-jitsu. In her free time, she likes to spend time with her dogs, family/ friends, do puzzles and bake.
Hannah Von Steeg
Physical Therapy Aide
Hannah holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences with a specialization in Medical Laboratory Science. After completion of her undergraduate degree and a rigorous six-month internship, she worked in the Special Chemistry and Toxicology laboratory at Beaumont for several years. Deciding that laboratory medicine wasn’t for her, she turned to her lifelong passion for movement as inspiration. Hannah is currently seeking a career change and considering pursuing graduate school for Physical Therapy.
Hannah co-owns and operates Aerial Dragonfly Movement Studio, an aerial arts studio in Ferndale, where she teaches a variety of aerial based disciplines to individuals of all backgrounds and experience levels. She loves guiding others through movement and assisting them in achieving their goals. Hannah is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, FMT Certified Mobility Specialist, Aerial Physique Certified Aerial Silks Instructor and Wild Roots Certified Aerial Yoga Instructor. Outside of aerial arts, Hannah enjoys weight lifting, spending time with friends, walking her dog, cooking, and volunteering at a local animal shelter.
Bianca Lutteke
Physical Therapy Aide
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“GUS”
Certified Therapy Dog (Aliance of Therapy Dogs)
Lover of all Humans
Team Mascot
Gus is our resident golden retriever that hangs out at the clinic on most days. He is a gentle giant, and greets patients with a smile and a wag. He is a certified therapy dog [through Aliance of Therapy Dogs] and wants nothing more than to make people happy (and be rewarded with a head pat or belly rub)!
Gus isn't training for anything specific in the sporting world, but will gladly pull you at a 7:00 mile pace from the clinic to Northville without hesitation. When he's not running, he's chasing squirrels in the back yard or napping on the couch.