The hands behind the healing
Sue Hoffert, P.T., I.M.T.C., S.R.T.C.
Sue opened the MPTI clinic in 1998 to meet a need for manual therapy for patients with TMJ concerns. The clinic later expanded to provide manual physical therapy for patients with injuries and chronic pain. Along with hands-on care, Sue discusses health, wellness, and lifestyle changes with her patients.
After a career as a professional ballerina, Sue graduated from Old Dominion University in 1981. She served as an Army officer and worked as a physical therapist at Fort Benning, Georgia, and in Frankfurt, West Germany. After leaving active duty, she worked with professional athletes at the Hughston Sports Medicine Clinic in Columbus, Georgia. She moved to Las Vegas in 1989.
Her education and training include:
- Undergraduate degree – Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia
- Graduate degree – Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia
- Master’s in High Postsecondary Education – University of Southern California
- Doctoral-level IMT training – Westbrook University, 2007
- Certified in SRT – Canadian Foundation for Trauma Research and Education
Whitney Engels, PTA
Whitney earned a bachelor’s degree in biology and biochemistry, with a minor in psychology, from Nevada State College. She earned her physical therapist assistant degree from Carrington College. She enjoys helping patients improve their quality of life through physical therapy, with a special interest in sports and orthopedic injuries in an outpatient setting.
Support staff
Our support staff helps our therapists provide attentive patient care and a welcoming experience at each visit.
Patient testimonial
“I am confident, very grateful, and very happy with the attention and care that I receive from the therapists and the office personnel.”Maria