- Founders
- Therapists
Robert Epting, PT, DPT, MS
Physical Therapist
Managing Director
Certified Graston Technique Specialist
Rob joined Apex Physical Therapy’s Royersford office as Managing Director in April of 2010. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Reading’s Alvernia College in 1996, his Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Glenside’s Beaver College (now Arcadia University) in 1999, and his doctorate in Physical Therapy from Arcadia University in 2007. In addition, he’s obtained advanced training in a variety of manual therapy and rehabilitative techniques, including certification in the Graston soft tissue mobilization technique. Rob continues to return to his alma mater, Arcadia University, to guest lecture on topics of differential diagnosis and government affairs. He also runs ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injury prevention programs for soccer programs at local schools. His clinical interests focus on the treatment of sports and orthopaedic injuries, particularly those of the shoulder, elbow and hand. Outside of the clinic, Rob enjoys watching sports (especially Eagles football), progressing toward his black belt in karate (he’s currently achieved a brown belt), completing home improvement projects and spending quality time with his family and friends.
Lauren Kelly, PT, MPT
Physical Therapist
Assistant Managing Director
Lauren joined Apex Physical Therapy’s Royersford office in April of 2005 as a staff therapist and was promoted to Assistant Managing Director in November 2010. Lauren received her Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology from Temple University where she also played four years of Division 1 women’s soccer. She went on to earn both her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University in 2004. She is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association nationally and the Pennsylvania chapter locally. Lauren enjoys working with people of all ages with various diagnoses and limitations. Her passions include spending time with her husband, playing soccer, biking, jogging and hiking; however, none of these compare to her love for dogs.
Gary Everett, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Gary joined Apex Physical Therapy’s Lafayette Hill office in December of 2009 and transferred to the Royersford office in November 2010. He graduated from Columbia University in May of 2009 with a doctorate degree in Physical Therapy. Prior to attending graduate school, Gary received his bachelor’s degree in Sport and Exercise Science from Messiah College in Grantham, Pennsylvania. Gary is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association, including the Orthopedic Section of the organization. His focus is on furthering his manual therapy skills through continuing education courses. In his spare time Gary likes to stay active and show his competitive side by playing a variety of sports, with basketball being his favorite, as well as spending time with family and friends.