Summit Team

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Doctor of Physical Therapy
MGH Institute of Health Professions, Boston
Master of Science in Physical Therapy
MGH Institute of Health Professions, Boston
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology
University of Massachusetts, Amherst

Carl founded Summit in 2010 and has been in practice for over 25 years, focusing on orthopedic and neuromuscular diagnoses.  He is highly regarded for his work with professional athletes and also connects with a broad range of ages and abilities.  Carl believes in developing custom, individualized solutions for the best outcomes. 

Healthy lifestyle decisions lead directly to his patient care approach. As both an exercise physiologist and physical therapist, Carl experiments with practice principles and training concepts in his free time.  

Carl appreciates the need to keep healthy, active, and competitive in sports and in life.  He leads an active lifestyle in Medfield with his wife Jessica and 3 children.

Stacey Berger has over 35 years of clinical experience in Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation, Women's and Men's Health, and Orthopedics.  Stacey has established herself in the greater New England area as one of the leading experts in women's health.  She has lectured extensively and instructed Fellows within the UMass Medical Urogynecology Program regarding pelvic physical therapy.

 Her clinical practice focuses on exceptional care for each patient by promoting and enhancing health throughout the lifespan. Stacey provides individualized treatment care for continence control management, pelvic pain, male chronic pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, oncology rehabilitation, GI/abdominal visceral conditions, gender affirming pelvic care, orthopedic and spine conditions, pregnancy and postpartum musculoskeletal dysfunction, including pubic symphysis pain, SI joint and coccyx pain and diastasis recti abdominal separation, peri to post-menopausal care. She is Star certified in Oncology Rehab and served as a patient education committee member for the International Pelvic Pain Society (IPPS). 

 Outside of work, you will find Stacey enjoying an active lifestyle with her husband and 2 daughters including hiking, biking and kayaking within the Massachusetts’ South Shore region.

 Lisa Santoro holds a BA as a dual major in Psychology and Nutrition. As Wellness Concierge for Summit Physical Therapy Lisa applies her knowledge of multidisciplinary approaches to assist patients seeking overall better health. Lisa was a Massage Therapist for many years and founded clinical massage practices at Harvard University, El Camino Hospital in Mountainview, CA and Stanford Children’s Hospital,

Lisa retired from massage, and followed her interest in neuropathology and cognitive behavioral therapies,

In her down time, Lisa likes to bicycle on rail to trail paths and has completed most of the Cape Cod National Seashore as well as the Charles River Upper and Lower trails.. She’s an avid writer, weightlifter and loves to cook for family and friends.  

 Opal began her career in movement with a love of ballet. She developed a dance and fitness program In East Providence, RI, where she encouraged toddlers through adults to develop body awareness and well-being. Opal obtained her second Bachelor’s degree in Education and transitioned to a K through 12 teaching career. 

Opal was led back to the world of fitness through Pilates.“Pilates for me is an internal awakening. It’s an investment in my overall well-being by providing a release from daily stress.” 

With 20 years of Pilates practice Opal returned to aiding others and began her training as a Pilates instructor. Her dance and classroom teaching experience enhance her skills in assisting others to listen to their bodies’ needs and make the corrections necessary for healthy lifestyles. 

With a focus on balance, strength and conditioning, Opal targets triggers and muscle groups to build a strong frame for the prevention of injuries. Opal assists clients with balance and stability, core strengthening, restorative conditioning, postural support and overall movement confidence.

Daniel Destin holds a BS in Exercise Science and is certified by (NASM) the National Academy of Sports Medicine. He has almost 20 years in the fitness and wellness field. As a personal trainer he has helped to improve the physical performance of many clients using evidence-based programming. He believes in safe but challenging exercise progression to help you realize your goals. 

Daniel served in a leadership role at Newton-Wellesley Hospital as manager of the hospital based fitness center since 2007. He created several interdepartmental collaborations with the out-patient physical therapy department for a seamless continuum of care from practitioner to fitness coach.

Daniel enjoys all sports but loves playing and watching basketball.  He encourages his three kids to stay physical fit year-round with fun activities like dance, soccer and of course basketball.

Ann Peterson Cohen is a graduate of the Boston Massage School. Ann is practiced in Swedish massage, sports massage, head/neck trigger point therapy. She customizes each client treatment using multiple modalities. Ann's focused training prepares her to support you in your goals for relaxation, pain-relief, as well as pre and post athletic performance massage In her spare time, Ann enjoys various sporty endeavors including surfing, roller blading, skiing, running, cycling, and hot yoga.