DR. PAUL IVERSON, DPT, MTC

Dr. Iverson, owner and founder of Chattanooga Physical Therapy, has 23 years of physical therapy experience and is a Certified Manual Therapist as well as certified in dry needling. After working for several large therapy companies and becoming frustrated at the inability to treat his patients with the level of attention he felt was necessary, Paul opened Chattanooga Physical Therapy in 2009. Paul is dedicated to his patients' outcome and success. Paul, his wife Brooke and their daughter Morgan have called Chattanooga home since 2000 after moving here from Florida where Paul received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. In fact, he was the first DPT in Chattanooga. While hailing from the great state of Utah, Paul has fallen in love with Chattanooga and southern hospitality. Paul's passion for serving people and his family is followed by his intense love of pudding, 1980's music, soccer, hiking, woodworking, driving tractors and traveling.

DR. KRYSTAL PLACE PT, DPT

Dr. Place is a Winchester, VA native who moved to the area with her husband 6 years ago for all the great hiking and ultimate frisbee the area has to offer. She attended the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga to obtain her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Krystal is a life-long learner always looking to grow her individual PT tool belt as well as strengthening the physical therapy profession as a whole. She is certified in dry needling and LSVT-BIG Parkinson's treatment and is particularly interested in treating orthopedic and neurologic conditions, but always enjoys taking time to get to know her patients and find how best to meet their individual needs. When not at work Krystal is usually found working in her garden, hiking with her dogs, or planning the next big travel adventure.

Dr. Brennan Spezia, PT, DPT

Dr. Spezia is a California native who completed his undergraduate in Arizona before moving to Tennessee. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. He and his wife were drawn to Chattanooga for the outdoor opportunities, smaller-town feel, and beautiful scenery. Brennan is passionate about physical therapy because he believes everyone should be in charge of their pain and discover how resilient their bodies can be. Brennan believes in a multi-faceted approach to therapy that utilizes exercise, hands-on techniques, movement optimism, education, and empowerment. He is certified as a strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) and in Dry Needling. He wants to elevate the standard of care especially in the areas of chronic pain treatment, fall risk reduction, strength and power development, and return to recreational activities. When he’s not treating patients, he loves to visit coffee shops with his wife, take his daughter to the park, play pickleball, hike, lift weights, and explore nature.

Dr. John Waller, PT, DPT, CLT

Dr. Waller earned his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Berry College in 2014 and his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga in 2017. Since graduating, he has worked in outpatient orthopedics, home health, and holistic wellness, treating a wide range of orthopedic, neurological, vestibular, post-operative, and chronic conditions. His training includes dry needling, ASTYM, manual therapy, and certification as a Certified Lymphedema Therapist through Klose Training. John is passionate about providing one-on-one, individualized care, particularly for patients with lymphedema, chronic swelling, venous insufficiency, and post-operative edema. He also has a strong interest in orthopedics and helping athletes safely return to sport. An avid weightlifter, John views exercise as a cornerstone of his physical and mental well-being, helping him stay healthy, manage his diabetes, and lead by example for his patients. Outside of physical therapy, he enjoys spending time with his two dogs, Hershey and Tiny, as well as gardening, reading, exploring Chattanooga, and waiting for the next big Marvel movie.

Evan Selcer – Front Office Administrator

Evan Selcer is a proud native of Falling Water, Tennessee, whose sunny personality and warm spirit make him a welcome presence to new and seasoned patients alike. Deeply rooted in his faith, Evan is an active member of the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, where he finds joy in serving others and supporting his parish family. He is a devoted godfather to his two beloved godchildren, Samuel and Sofia, and treasures every opportunity to spend time with his close-knit family.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Evan is known for his love of cinema—if you’re ever in need of a movie recommendation, he’s the go-to expert. Whether it’s sharing a great film, making newcomers feel at home, or strengthening bonds with family and friends, Evan brings enthusiasm, kindness, and a personal touch to everything he does.

EXCELLENCE

Excellent patient care is paramount. We do not use techs or PTAs and each PT holds a Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree. We work to develop our own skills and to specialize our skill set to become experts.

WELLNESS

We foster a friendly atmosphere of growth and cooperation. In many aspects, we are a family. Wellness comes from patients knowing we know them and care about them. To lift others, each of us needs to be on solid ground ourselves. We are a family business and understand the importance of taking care of your family.

COMMUNITY

Chattanooga Physical Therapy works together as a team with open communication and transparency. We meet weekly to share skills through in-services and to discuss patient progression. We are also involved in the surrounding community providing services and education as opportunities arrive.

COMPASSION

Each patient is seen one-on-one by our physical therapists to provide consistency of care. We listen to our patients, respond to their needs, and they become our friends. We love what we do and feel honored to be a part of your recovery process.