Biographies
David Rothbart, MD, FACS, FACPE

David Rothbart, MD, FACS, FACPE
Board-certified neurosurgeon, specializing in minimally invasive techniques

As an experienced neurosurgeon, Dr. Rothbart employs the latest minimally invasive techniques for spine surgery. Before founding Spine Team Texas, Dr. Rothbart had a busy private practice with offices in Las Colinas and Grapevine. The former medical director of neurosurgery at Baylor Medical Center at Irving and Grapevine, Dr. Rothbart also practiced for several years at the Chicago Institute of Neurosurgery and was appointed associate professor of neurosurgery at Rush College of Medicine in Chicago. His professional training includes a fellowship at Barrow Neurological Institute and a residency at Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Rothbart has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals and has presented at national and international meetings.

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Juan Bartolomei, MD

Juan Bartolomei, MD
Neurosurgeon, specializing in minimally invasive techniques

Dr. Bartolomei is a neurosurgeon specializing in minimally invasive surgery. As a founding partner of the Southlake-based practice, Dr. Bartolomei is committed to offering patients the utmost in innovation and high quality clinical outcomes. Before joining Spine Team Texas, he was an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at Yale University School of Medicine and Co-Director of the Yale Spine Center. He obtained his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine, where he also did his residency. During his residency he underwent specialized spine training in London. Dr. Bartolomei completed fellowship training at the renowned Barrow Neurological Institute. During his professional career, he has made presentations across the country and serves as faculty in national meetings teaching specialized spine procedures to the neurosurgical community. He also serves as a member of the national outcomes committee for Joint Section of Spine and has been published in peer-re view journals and written chapters in the treatment of spinal disorders.

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Ryan S. Reeves, MD

Ryan S. Reeves, MD
Physiatrist, specializing in the non-surgical relief of back and neck pain

Dr. Reeves is a fellowship-trained physical medicine and rehabilitation (PMR) physician, specializing in the non-surgical relief of back pain at Spine Team Texas. Dr. Reeves completed his fellowship at Orthopaedic Spine Specialists, and has also published articles in peer reviewed journals as well as textbook chapters on interventional spine procedures. Dr. Reeves completed his residency at Ohio State University and his internship at Detroit Medical Center after obtaining his degree in biology from Wayne State University.

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Michael D. Garcia, MD

Michael D. Garcia, MD
Physiatrist, specializing in the non-surgical relief of back and neck pain

Dr. Garcia is a fellowship-trained physiatrist at Spine Team Texas, specializing in the non-surgical relief of back and neck pain through acute pain management, including spinal injections such as epidural steroid injections. His focus is on diagnosing, managing and interventionally treating spinal disorders and musculoskeletal dysfunction. Dr. Garcia completed his fellowship in spine and sports medicine at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in Denver, where he also completed his residency. He attended The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, where he earned his medical degree after completing his undergraduate studies at Texas A&M University.

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Heather A. Blackburn, MD

Heather A. Blackburn, MD
Physiatrist, focused on the non-surgical relief of back and neck pain

A skilled physiatrist specializing in women's health issues as they relate to the spine, Dr. Heather A. Blackburn joined Spine Team Texas in 2006 to provide non-surgical back and neck pain relief. Her dedication to women's care spans all generations from the young female athlete to the sufferer from osteoporosis. She also is trained in electromyography and nerve conduction studies. Dr. Blackburn received her medical degree from The University of Texas Medical Branch and her undergraduate degree in biology from Baylor University. She completed her residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at William Beaumont Hospital, one of the premier spine centers in Michigan.

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Justin Keller, PT, MPT, OCS, CSCS

Justin Keller, PT, MPT, OCS, CSCS
Physical therapist, focused on the rehabilitation of the spine

Focusing on orthopaedic spine rehabilitation, Justin Keller leads the physical therapy team at Spine Team Texas. Before joining Spine Team Texas, Justin served as Director of Rehabilitation at Texas Back Institute in Plano. He also has worked with patients at Physiotherapy Associates of Plano. Justin earned a bachelor's degree in exercise science and a master's degree in physical therapy at Northern Arizona University. He has been named an Orthopaedic Certified Specialist by the American Physical Therapy Association and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist as deemed by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

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Michelle Hatley, PT, MPT, Cert. MDT

Michelle Hatley, PT, MPT, Cert. MDT
Physical therapist, focused on the rehabilitation of the spine

With her certification in spine-related therapy and mechanical diagnosis from the McKenzie Institute, Michelle Hatley provides the patients at Spine Team Texas with spine specialized physical therapy. Prior to joining Spine Team Texas, Michelle worked as a staff therapist at Advanced Therapy Services and HealthSouth Rehabilitation in Fort Worth. Her range of experience there provided her skills to treat musculoskeletal disorders, postural instabilities, general orthopedics, chronic pain and post surgical rehabilitation. Michelle received her bachelor of arts degree in biology from Baylor University and her master's degree in physical therapy at the University of Texas El Paso.

Annette Lettiere, PT, MPT

Annette Lettiere, PT, MPT
Physical therapist, focused on the rehabilitation of the spine

Annette Lettiere is a licensed physical therapist, experienced in restoring function and movement in patients through manual skills and exercise. Annette worked at Southern Physical Therapy in Tennessee and at Lake Centre for Rehabilitation in Florida, before joining Spine Team Texas. Annette is fluent in Spanish and earned her master's degree in physical therapy at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, the Texas Physical Therapy Association and the McKenzie Institute. Annette participates in several continuing education courses dedicated to the treatment of the spine. She is also trained in mechanical diagnosis and treatment from the McKenzie Institute and is currently pursuing her certification.

Audrey Merritt, PT

Audrey Merritt, PT
Physical therapist, specializing in the rehabilitation of the spine

Audrey Merritt brings 16 years of experience in the area of physical therapy to Spine Team Texas. Before joining Spine Team Texas, Audrey worked at St. Paul University Hospital in Dallas where she became proficient in managing lymphedema conditions, musculoskeletal disorders, postural instabilities and general orthopedics. Audrey obtained her bachelor's degree in physical therapy from Russell Sage College in New York. She has a special interest in the treatment of a variety of musculoskeletal disorders, including sacroiliac dysfunction, core strengthening and retraining, postural dysfunction and other manual-based treatments.

Christy Mosqueda
Nurse

Christy Mosqueda brings years of experience to Spine Team Texas, where she serves patients and physicians each day as a registered nurse. Christy's diverse nursing background and positive attitude enhance the quality of care we offer. Christy is a member of the Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN). She attained her registered nursing degree from the Jefferson School of Nursing.

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