About Us
At Summit Health Physical Therapy, we provide evidence-based practice for progressive patient care and positive outcomes, while exceeding in customer service. We use a collaborative team approach for the greatest patient experience and care for desired patient outcomes. We will "Elevate YOUR Health"!
Chris Noda
PT, DPT, CIDNChris graduated from University of Nebraska Medical Center Physical Therapy Program in 2002. Chris founded Summit Health Physical Therapy in Springfield, NE in 2010. His goal was to bring the best physical therapy care to the residents of Springfield and the surrounding communities. Over the years, Chris has been fortunate treating families and individuals, working with them to meet their physical therapy goals. Chris and his family are proud to be residents of Springfield and involved with the community. Chris is active with the Springfield Volunteer Fire Department as a firefighter and EMT. He is also an active booster member for Springfield Platteview Schools and involved with their sports programs, helping out their student athletes. Chris enjoys being involved with his children's sports and activities, spending time in the outdoors, and spending time with his family.
Tami Dostal
Receptionist/Front Office ManagerTami has been the receptionist/front office manager for Summit Health Physical Therapy since 2013. She is the friendly face that helps patients get the best customer service experience possible. Tami has lived in Springfield for the past 20 years where she and her husband Jared raised their children, Dylan and Jalen. Over the years, Tami has enjoyed being active in the Springfield community through various projects and committees. In her free time, she enjoys reading, traveling, expressing her creativity through crafts and scrap booking, and spending time with family and friends.
Gilbert M. Willett
PT, DPTGib has been a licensed, practicing physical therapist since 1987. He is a board-certified specialist in orthopedic physical therapy and a certified strength and conditioning specialist. He also has a M.S. in Anatomy and Cell Biology (1994) and a Ph.D. in Anatomy and Cell Biology (2006). His has worked with individuals of all ages and a wide range of injuries and medical conditions throughout his career. He currently works in the clinic part-time and is a full-time Associate Professor at Creighton University who teaches anatomy and physiology (P.T., Medical, Dental, P.A. students) and P.T. student clinical musculoskeletal courses (also taught at UNMC). He is also a published researcher in the areas of musculoskeletal injuries and health professions education.
Sydney Kruger
PT, DPTSydney earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and has experience treating a wide variety of conditions in rural Nebraska. Since she has moved to the area with her husband, she has enjoyed working with the Springfield community and surrounding areas. Sydney enjoys treating a wide range of conditions and has a particular interest in orthopedics. Since graduating, she has received additional training in neck and back pain, dry needling, and pelvic floor physical therapy. In her free time, she enjoys cooking with her husband and getting outdoors.
Melissa Youmans
PTAMelissa received her bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from the University of Nebraska-Omaha in 2008. After working as a physical therapy tech in Omaha, Melissa then attended Clarkson College where she earned her Associates of Physical Therapist Assistant degree in 2014. She enjoys working with athletes at any age range and loves meeting new patients. Melissa enjoys spending time with her husband and sons Landen and Derrick, bowling, golfing, and watching sports.
