Dr. Dan Witte, PT, DPT, OCS
Board Certified Physical TherapistDan was raised in Louisville, graduating from Louisville High School in 2001. He attended Midland Lutheran College in Fremont graduating with a major in biology and a minor in Chemisty in 2005. In 2007 he enrolled in the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program at Creighton University graduating in 2010. After graduation he spent time in a residency program to become a Board Certified Orthopedic specialist. He enjoys working closely with patient to help them achieve their goals and to return to their specific functions and activities. In his spare time he loves to coach youth sports, play golf, and spend time with his family.
Katie Alvarado, PTA
Katie was born and raised in Grand Island, Nebraska. After graduating from Grand Island Senior High, Katie attended the University of Nebraska Omaha where she received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science. After completing her Bachelor’s degree Katie then attended Clarkson College where she obtained her Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant degree graduating Summa Cum Laude. Katie is a current member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Nebraska Physical Therapy Association.
Dr. Kayla Mammen PT, DPT
Kayla was raised in Wilber, NE where she graduated from Wilber-Clatonia High School. Following high school, Kayla attended Doane College and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education with an Emphasis in Exercise Science and minors in Biology and Psychology. Kayla obtained her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Kayla is excited for a career that enables her to help members of the Louisville and surrounding communities return to activities they enjoy following an injury, surgery, or pain related conditions. Kayla is interested in all aspects of physical therapy, especially joint replacements, sports injuries, and balance difficulties. Kayla has training in vestibular rehabilitation, which allows her to help patients with BPPV, dizziness, tinnitus, and other vestibular symptoms. Kayla and her husband, Jason, enjoy spending time with their family and friends, hiking with their dogs, and traveling to new places.
Melissa Schulze, PTA
Melissa was raised in Murray, NE. After graduating from Conestoga High School, Melissa attended Wayne State College where she received her Bachelors of Science in Biology. After receiving her Bachelor's degree, Melissa attended Clarkson College where she obtained her Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant. After recovering from two hip surgeries in high school and going through physical therapy herself. Melissa has a passion to help patients reach theirs goals and return back to their specific functions and activities.
Dr. Natosha Siemek, PT, DPT
NaTosha was raised near Ansley, Nebraska, but her and her family have made Louisville, NE their home. NaTosha is excited to be part of a hometown community where she can serve the population and raise her family. NaTosha attended Nebraska Wesleyan University where she ran 4 years on the track team and received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science. Following Wesleyan, she attended the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha and obtained her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. NaTosha is also a member of the Nebraska National Guard for over 17 years and is thankful for the opportunities and experiences that organization has provided her. NaTosha has been practicing physical therapy full time since 2013. She has specialty experience working in pediatrics and women's health and is excited to bring these opportunities to Witte Physical Therapy.
Mollie Rew, PTA, OMTS, CCP
Mollie Rew grew up in Yutan, Nebraska. She received her Associates of Science, Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Clarkson College in Omaha. Following completion of her boards, she moved to Texas where she worked in various clinical settings for the next ten years. Having been an athlete throughout high school, outpatient, orthopedic therapy piqued her interest. She has been practicing in this setting for the last seven years, treating a wide range of diagnoses. Mollie has obtained multiple certifications throughout her years as a practicing therapist. These include Orthopedic Manual Therapy Specialization, Certified Craniofacial Practitioner, Blood Flow Restriction certification, and Kinesiology Taping certification. She is able to utilize these specific skills to optimize her patients’ outcomes and improve their quality of life. When Mollie isn’t working as a PTA, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, antique shopping, and attending country concerts and sporting events-GBR!
Lindsey Norton, PTA, ATC
Lindsey was raised on a farm near Roca, NE. After graduating from Norris High School, Lindsey attended the University of Nebraska at Omaha and graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Athletic Training. After receiving her Bachelor's degree, Lindsey attended Iowa Western Community College where she obtained an Associates of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant. Lindsey enjoys helping patients achieve their goals and return to their specific functions and activities, but has a special interest in sports medicine and rehabilitation. When not working, Lindsey enjoys spending time with family and friends, golfing and fishing.
Klaire Phillips, PT, DPT
PT, DPTKlaire grew up in Palmyra, NE , graduating from Palmyra Jr.-Sr. High School in 2015. Klaire went on to attend Nebraska Wesleyan University and graduate with a Bachelor’s of Science in Exercise Science. She attended the University of Nebraska Medical Center, obtaining her Doctorate of Physical Therapy following. Klaire has been working as a travel physical therapist for the last year but now lives in Omaha, NE. Klaire is excited to be serving the people of the Plattsmouth community. In her free time, Klaire and her fiancé, Matt, love to play volleyball, spend time with friends and family, and stay active.
Wyatt Kipp, PT, DPT
PT, DPTI was born in Portsmouth, VA while my father was stationed there and then moved to Iceland until I was 3. My family then returned to Arapahoe, NE where both of my parents are from and where I was raised. I was a three-sport athlete playing football, wrestling, and golf. I attended Hastings College where I received a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. I then attended Creighton where I obtained my doctorate degree in physical therapy. I spent a lot of time in physical therapy myself for various sport injuries. I enjoy assisting my patient’s on their road to recovery to improve their life and allow them to return to the activities that they most enjoy. When not working, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our two dogs, playing recreational volleyball, and golfing.
Heidi Harper, PTA
PTAHeidi was born in Montana and raised in both MT and Washington. After graduating high school in MT, she attended community college before joining the Air Force and training as a linguist, eventually landing at Offutt AFB. After the military, Heidi attended Nebraska Methodist College, graduated with her PTA associate degree, and then completed her BS in Health Science, also from NMC. Heidi’s experience as a PTA includes working in various post-acute/long-term care rehab environments in both Nebraska and North Carolina. Additionally, she spent almost 5 years working as a PTA with the outpatient/ortho physical therapy department at Womack Army Medical Center and directly with soldiers from both the 82nd Airborne and the Golden Knights on Fort Bragg, NC. She’s trained in Hawk Grip IASTM, Barbell Rehab Method certifications, blood flow restriction, various manual techniques, and has treated a wide variety of post-operative orthopedic conditions. Heidi loves helping people recover from injuries and enjoys challenging her patients to work hard and try new things. In her free time, she is an avid reader, a cat mom of 3, a Peloton fanatic, and travels internationally as often as possible.
Nolan Casey, PT, DPT
PT, DPTI was born and raised in Laurel, Nebraska, graduating from Laurel-Concord-Coleridge High. Following high school, I attended the University of Nebraska - Lincoln and graduated with a bachelors in science with a concentration in nutrition, exercise and health science. During undergrad I tore my ACL during wrestling intramurals, had reconstruction surgery, and rehabilitated my injury with physical therapy, which cemented my passion for the field. I obtained my Doctorate in physical therapy through South College University in Knoxville Tennessee. My goal was always to make a meaningful difference in rural communities like the one I grew up in. I aim to reinforce the values of strength and perseverance that define small-town life to contribute to a community where every member feels capable and resilient. I enjoy spending time with my wife Sarah and our yellow lab Sunny, as well as staying active at the gym, sand volleyball, and golfing when I can.
Board Certified
Proud member of the 6% of physical therapists in the United States who are board certified to serve their patients better.
After graduating from Creighton University with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy Dr. Dan Witte chose to apply for a residency program for Orthopedics.
After completing an additional year of study and focused patient care Dr. Dan passed another round of board certification exams to become an Orthopedic Certified Specialist. Although he has experience in a variety of areas and disciplines with physical therapy, Dr. Dan has received extra training and posses extra skills needed to accurately and efficiently help get you back to your normal function and life.