Orthopedic + Fracture Specialists
OrthopedicAndFractureSpecialists.com
503-ATHLETE (503-284-5383)
Brian Bettencourt, MD - Head Team Physician
Born and raised in California, Dr. Brian Bettencourt graduated college with a degree in neurobiology and physiology from UC Davis. After graduating from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, PA, he completed his family medicine residency at the University of South Alabama. Dr. Bettencourt completed his Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship at University of South Alabama where he stayed on as faculty at the College of Medicine and became the Team Physician for Division 1 Athletics. After welcoming their first child in 2012, Dr. Bettencourt and his wife decided to move closer to family and fell in love with the Portland area.
Dr. Bettencourt feels that practicing medicine is a calling deep within. He believes that "health is the first wealth" and loves the idea of keeping people healthy and active so they can get the most out of life. Athletes and active people make up a significant part of his practice. In addition to serving as the sports medicine liaison between Orthopedic + Fracture Specialists and University of Portland Athletics*, Dr. Bettencourt also serves as the Team Physician for Pacific University Athletics and Portland Community College Athletics (Soccer).
In his free time, he enjoys hiking and camping all over the Northwest with his family, as much trout fishing as his wife will allow, and exercising outdoors. He strongly believes that exercise brings the mind, body, and spirit together for him. On other occasions, he enjoys reading fiction and professional publications when he gets the opportunity.
*Portland athletics is partnered with Orthopedic + Fracture Specialists and this clinic serves as our primary orthopedic referral. Dr. Bettencourt serves as the sports medicine physician liaison between UP and O+FS.
PeaceHealth
PeaceHealth.org
360-514-7550
Brian Lowell, MD - Lead Primary Care Team Physician
Dr. Lowell graduated from OHSU medical school, and went on to complete his residency and sports medicine fellowship with Family Medicine of southwest Washington in Vancouver, WA. Dr. Lowell's philosophy of care is patient centered care with a focus on "less is more", he enjoys trying conservative approaches towards healing and well-being over more aggressive or intervention heavy treatment modalities. Dr. Lowell chose to be a physician because he loves working with people and thinking about people holistically, and added sports medicine to his education to have another tool in his tool belt as a family medicine doctor. Personally, Dr. Lowell loves spending time with his wife and kids, enjoys rocks and the outdoors; professionally he still enjoys delivering babies as a board-certified sports medicine doctor.
PeaceHealth
PeaceHealth.org
360-514-7550
Ashley Wittrock, MD
Dr. Ashley Wittrock is the current Sports Medicine fellow, coming from the United Family Medicine Residency program in St. Paul MN. She is a former rugby, volleyball, basketball and track athlete; and enjoys spending her time outdoors with family, traveling, and trying new food spots with her husband.
PeaceHealth
PeaceHealth.org
360-514-7550
Kelsy Parker, MD
Kelsy Parker, MD, practices physical medicine & rehabilitation and sports medicine in Vancouver, WA. Dr. Parker graduated from medical school at Creighton University in Omaha Nebraska and went on to complete a physical medicine and rehabilitation residency program at the University of Washington, and a sports medicine fellowship at Mercy Health Center in Janesville, Wisconsin. As a former collegiate athlete herself, she is very passionate about the prevention and treatment of sports injuries, with a special interest in concussions. When she is not at work, you can find Dr. Parker spending time outside with her husband and four very active and energetic kiddos. She also likes to run, travel, volunteer with young athletes, and cheer on the Portland Pilots men's basketball team.
Erik Meira - Physical Therapist
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Erik Meira, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS
Erik Meira, is a licensed physical therapist, a certified strength and conditioning specialist, and the current clinic director of Black Diamond Physical Therapy. He was one of the first physical therapists in the City of Portland to become Board Certified by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) as a Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy (SCS). He has extensive experience in the treatment and management of sports injuries and biomechanics. Erik received his physical therapy degree from the University of Florida in 1998 and earned his clinical doctorate from Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions in 2013.
Active Nutrition
ActiveNutritionOnline.com
503-925-6316
Michelle Tegenkamp, MS, RD, CSSD, LD - Team Dietitian
Michelle Tegenkamp has worked as a registered and licensed dietitian for 10 years. As a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics, she specializes in sports nutrition and works with athletes of all levels from recreational to high school, college and professional. Michelle believes nutrition is an essential complement to proper training to help athletes improve recovery, avoid injury and illness and enhance their training & performance. Michelle strives to help all her clients build an individualized, ideal and realistic plan that helps achieve their personal goals.
Michelle received a B.S. degree in Dietetics and a B.S. degree in Kinesiology at Michigan State University and then went on to complete her Master's degree in Nutritional Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She stayed in Madison to complete her dietetic internship at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics. After several years in the field she pursued her board certification for sports nutrition and earned her CSSD in 2015.
In addition to providing consulting services for University of Portland, Michelle has consulted for the Portland Trail Blazers as their team dietitian since 2014. She also speaks regularly to several local high schools and sports clubs.
Bridgetown Chiropractic
(503) 490-5647
Hudson Clark
Dr. Hudson Clark is a highly skilled chiropractor who earned his degree from the University of Western States in 2016. With a unique expertise in soft tissue techniques and injury recovery, Dr. Clark is dedicated to helping patients achieve their functional goals in optimal health. He specializes in the diversified adjusting technique and aims to empower his patients by giving them the tools to take charge of their own health. Outside of his practice, Dr. Clark is a slopestyle skier, a windsurfer, and an avid musician. He also cherishes spending time with his son, a source of joy that reinforces his commitment to principles that guide his compassionate approach to patient care.
Kennedy Dental
(503) 289-0230
Dr. Gerald Kennedy, DMD, MAGD
As the son of a dentist, Dr. Kennedy grew up in the business of teeth. As a child he was a typical teen that spent time as a patient in his father's office. He also has the experience of more than three years of orthodontic treatment, wearing braces to straighten his teeth. He is a dental patient just like you! While attending OHSU School of Dentistry, Dr. Kennedy distinguished himself in his chosen profession. Upon graduation in 1991 with clinical and academic honors he had already established a track record of achievement and excellence. He graduated near the top of his class and receiving numerous Awards and Honors.
