Our Staff

Francine Noël-Ford, PT, DPT, OCS, MBA, MTC

Francine is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, and the only certified manual therapist in the Roanoke Valley. A physical therapist since 1988 and in the Valley in private practice since 1995.

Now with Back to Basics Family Physical Therapy, Francine is focused on providing specialized care in general orthopedics, with a particular interest in women's health issues. Francine recently completed board certification as a clinical orthopedic specialist.

With her personal time, Francine enjoys spending time with her husband and four children.

Email Francine: francine@backtobasicsPT.com


Jeff Ford

Jeff is responsible for managing the administrative, marketing and other business functions of Back to Basics. His years of experience in the insurance industry are a valuable asset when handling our customer's claims.

When away from the office, Jeff enjoys listening to music and spending time with his wife and four children.

Email Jeff: jeff@backtobasicsPT.com


Kelly Witt, NCTMB

Kelly is a 1997 graduate of Averett University with a Bachelor’s in physical education. In addition to her work for the past six years as a physical therapy technician/exercise physiologist, she brings a wealth of sports training to her role at Back to Basics. Kelly has recently completed her license as a massage therapist and is nationally certified in therapeutic massage and body work. She now offers these services at Back to Basics.

When not exercising her Weimeraner, Abby, Kelly enjoys interior design, planting outdoors and spending time with family and friends.

Email Kelly: kelly@backtobasicsPT.com


Jackie Wood

Jackie brings to Back to Basics 25+ years in the medical field with billing, marketing and office administration experience. The last seven years specializing in Physical Therapy and Durable medical equipment.

In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, especially her grandson. She loves working outdoors, listening to music and motivational speakers.

Email Jackie: jackie@backtobasicsPT.com


Kim Ferguson, MSPT

A native of the Roanoke Valley, Kim has a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Roanoke College and a Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Marymount University. She began working in outpatient physical therapy twelve years ago as a volunteer and soon became an exercise physiologist. For the past six years, Kim has been a physical therapist and has focused her treatment skills on work-related injuries, general orthopedics and, most recently, pre/postnatal care.

Kim enjoys spending her spare time with her husband and enjoying her two sons. She also loves taking walks, gardening, reading and cooking.

Colleen Carrell, R.Y.T, C.C

Colleen Carrell, R.Y.T, C.C is a certified and registered yoga teacher with the Yoga Alliance, as well as a Wellness Coach. She has taught yoga for over 7 years in the Roanoke Valley. She has a gentle approach with students as they explore the many health benefits of yoga together, whether in a class or one-on-one. Colleen offers a specialized class for individuals with chronic pain or illness.

Colleen’s outside interests include walking, hiking with her family, community and environmental service, traveling, and creating or going on retreats.

Sara Hanson, LPTA

Sara has a Bachelor's of Science degree in Exercise Science and is a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant. She has worked as a Physical Education teacher for grades 1st-12th as well as directed summer camp exercise programs for youth. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time = with her new husband, writing, drawing, music, and interior design.

Kate Berding

Kate BerdingKate, a Certified Pilates instructor, graduated from Medical College of Georgia School of Physical Therapy in 1979 and has practiced in acute, out-patient, home health and in-patient rehab settings. 

After 30 years of physical therapy practice, Kate is now focusing her professional energy towards wellness and functional fitness. Kate and her husband have lived in Roanoke for over 20 years.  She enjoys time with family, running,  reading and painting.

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