Chapel Hill
Disciplines:
Physical Therapy
Exercise Physiology/Personal Training
Massage Therapy
Counseling
Meet The Team
Kate Krier, PT, DPT
- Kate grew up in New Jersey, she went on to earn her Bachelors of Science in Psychology and Neuroscience at UConn and continued her education to receive her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Marymount University. After receiving her Doctorate, she relocated to the triangle to kick start her career. Kate treats a wide variety of orthopedic conditions. She enjoys working through strengthening programs, as well as reducing and preventing chronic pain. She specializes in dry needling and often uses instrument assisted soft tissue massage and cupping techniques. In her free time, Kate spends time with her husband and golden retrievers. She likes to travel, exercise and play in adult sports leagues, including field hockey and softball.
Eric Marcantonio, PT, DPT, CPT
- Eric grew up in Massachusetts, he went on to earn his Bachelors in Psychology at UMass Amherst. Eric's love for weightlifting and strength training landed him a personal training job in 2014. After training for many years, he wanted to continue his education and become a physical therapist. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Eric thought he was going to move back north after school but the North Carolina weather made him stay. Eric treats a wide variety of orthopedic conditions. He enjoys focusing on manual therapy, soft tissue mobilization, strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, as well as reducing and preventing chronic pain. In his free time he likes to exercise, cook food, spend time with his wife and dogs, play video games, and drums. If you want to make him happy, bring him food!
Cameron Aiken, PT, DPT
- Cameron is originally from Sumter, SC and earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Winston Salem State University and a Bachelors of Arts from University of South Carolina. He treats a wide variety of orthopedic and vestibular conditions with a unique style and viewpoint as he was a massage therapist for many years prior to completing his DPT. He has a Dry Needling certification. Cameron has a Masters degree from Rice University in Music and a Music Education degree from Hunter College. He has been a performer, music teacher, choral conductor and composer with numerous opera companies, churches and schools. He even used to sing cowboy songs in the NYC subway.
Kevin Kirk, MA, ACSM
- Kevin holds a masters degree in Human Performance from UNC-Chapel Hill and bachelor’s degrees in Exercise Science and Psychology. He is a member of the American College of Sports Medicine, and is a certified Exercise Physiologist. Additionally, he is certified through the American Alliance of Health and Fitness Professionals as a Post-rehab Conditioning Specialist. Kevin has specialized in helping people with traumatic brain injuries develop exercise regimens that fit their abilities. Likewise, he is the referral of choice for older individuals who are dealing with chronic conditions or recovering from procedures like knee and hip replacements. Kevin is an avid cyclist and endurance athlete who has run a marathon, completed triathlons, and ridden double century rides (200 miles in one day). However, these days if he's not in the office, you will most likely find him behind a ping pong table or on the baseline of a tennis court.
Mark Watson, PT, DPT, MBA, OCS
- Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in Physical Therapy; Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist; and Certified Advanced Dry Needling Specialist
- Doctor of Physical Therapy with concentration in Executive Private Practice Management; Master of Physical Therapy; Masters in Business Administration; and, Bachelors in Health Sciences
- Watson Companies, Founder and Integrative Therapies, Owner
Bruce Buley MA, PT, OCS, CMTPT, CSCS
- Certified Orthopedic Specialist (OCS) by the APTA; Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS); and, earned his advanced Dry Needling certification. His extensive experience has included treating patients with orthopedic, neurological, cardiac, pediatric and sports related problems. He has served on the academic and clinical faculties of UNC-CH and Medical College of Georgia. Bruce is semi-retired spending most of his time bike, playing bocce and traveling with his wife. He is currently treating infrequently, as needed by the clinic!
