The clinicians behind your care.

Ian Blake, PT, DPT, OCS, MTC, CIDN is the founder of Physical Therapy of Tulsa and has been helping patients recover from injury, surgery, and pain since 1999. He began his career as a Physical Therapist Assistant before earning his Master of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Oklahoma in 2004 and earning Board Certification as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) in 2007. He earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree through Evidence In Motion in 2018.

Ian specializes in spine rehabilitation and orthopedic conditions, with additional expertise in post-operative recovery, sports and recreational injuries, work-related injuries, balance and gait impairments, and degenerative joint conditions. He has extensive experience treating patients ranging from competitive athletes to individuals seeking to return to normal daily activities without pain or limitation.

Throughout his career, Ian has pursued advanced training in manual therapy, movement analysis, exercise prescription, Certified Integrative Dry Needling (CIDN), and the treatment of complex orthopedic conditions. He is committed to combining evidence-based practice with individualized patient care to help each patient achieve the best possible outcome.

In addition to treating patients, Ian has served as a clinical instructor for physical therapy students and has worked with multiple universities and professional organizations to support the development of future clinicians. He remains dedicated to advancing the profession and providing high-quality, patient-centered care to the Tulsa community.

Courtney Buthod, PT, MPT earned her Master of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Oklahoma in 2004. She began her physical therapy career that same year and joined Physical Therapy of Tulsa in 2010 after previously working alongside Ian Blake in outpatient orthopedics.

Courtney specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation, including spine rehabilitation, post-operative recovery, sports rehabilitation, balance and gait impairments, and degenerative joint conditions. She has extensive experience treating patients with a wide variety of orthopedic conditions.

Throughout her career, Courtney has pursued advanced training in manual therapy, including myofascial release, muscle energy techniques, joint mobilization, manipulation, trigger point dry needling, and movement re-education. She combines evidence-based practice with hands-on treatment and individualized exercise programs to help patients restore function and achieve their goals.

In addition to treating patients, Courtney has served as a clinical instructor and mentor throughout her career. She remains dedicated to providing individualized, patient-centered care and helping patients return to the activities that are most important to them.

Claire Elizabeth McInerney, PT, DPT, OCS, MTC, TPS, CIDN earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science, with a minor in Spanish, from Saint Louis University in 2012 before completing her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2014. She joined Physical Therapy of Tulsa in 2014 and has been helping patients recover from injury, surgery, and pain ever since.

Claire specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation, chronic pain management, post-operative recovery, vestibular rehabilitation, and the treatment of complex musculoskeletal conditions. She has extensive experience treating patients with both acute and chronic orthopedic conditions.

Throughout her career, Claire completed an Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency through Evidence In Motion and earned Board Certification as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS), Manual Therapy Certification (MTC), Therapeutic Pain Specialist (TPS) certification, and Certified Integrative Dry Needling (CIDN) certification. She combines evidence-based practice with advanced manual therapy, dry needling, and individualized exercise programs to help patients achieve the best possible outcomes.

In addition to treating patients, Claire has served as a clinical instructor for physical therapy students from the University of Oklahoma and Texas Christian University. She remains dedicated to advancing the profession and providing high-quality, patient-centered care to the Tulsa community.

Courtney Ruby, PT, DPT, MTC earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of St. Augustine in 2014. She began practicing physical therapy in 2015 and joined Physical Therapy of Tulsa that same year.

Courtney specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation and post-operative recovery. She has extensive experience treating patients with a wide variety of orthopedic conditions.

Throughout her career, Courtney has earned Manual Therapy Certification (MTC) through the University of St. Augustine and has pursued advanced training in trigger point dry needling. She combines evidence-based practice with hands-on treatment and individualized exercise programs to help patients restore function and achieve their goals.

Courtney is committed to providing individualized, patient-centered care while helping patients better understand their condition and return to the activities that are most important to them.

Lizzie Keester, PT, DPT earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Oklahoma in 2021. She began practicing that same year and joined Physical Therapy of Tulsa in 2025 after gaining experience as a travel physical therapist.

Lizzie specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation, post-operative recovery, and the treatment of youth athletes. As a former Division I collegiate athlete, she understands the rehabilitation process required to safely return to sport.

She has pursued advanced training in dry needling and is committed to providing individualized, evidence-based care.

Jonathan Willey, PTA earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Oklahoma State University in 2001 and completed the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Tulsa Community College in 2006. He began practicing as a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in 2007 and joined Physical Therapy of Tulsa in 2011.

Jonathan specializes in post-operative rehabilitation, particularly following hip and shoulder surgery, as well as vestibular rehabilitation, balance disorders, and orthopedic injuries. He has extensive experience helping patients restore mobility, improve function, and safely return to work, recreation, and daily activities.

Throughout his career, Jonathan has pursued advanced training in vestibular rehabilitation through the American Institute of Balance and has developed expertise in dizziness and balance impairments. He utilizes manual therapy, soft tissue mobilization, therapeutic exercise, and individualized treatment programs to help patients achieve their goals.

In addition to treating patients, Jonathan has served as a clinical instructor for PTA students and is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

Eric Krebs, PTA earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Human Performance from Northeastern State University in 2010 before completing the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Tulsa Community College in 2013. He began his career with Physical Therapy of Tulsa upon graduation and has been helping patients recover from injury, surgery, and pain ever since.

Eric specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation with a particular interest in movement analysis, body mechanics, and identifying the underlying causes of pain and dysfunction. He utilizes manual therapy and individualized exercise programs to improve movement quality, reduce pain, and restore function.

In addition to treating patients, Eric has served as a clinical instructor for PTA students from Tulsa Community College.

Noel Smalley, PTA earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Oklahoma before completing the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Tulsa Community College. She joined Physical Therapy of Tulsa in 2017 as a technician, worked through PTA school while at the clinic, and became a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in 2020.

Throughout her career, Noel has pursued advanced training in the treatment of foot and ankle conditions, vestibular rehabilitation, and the management of older adults. She frequently utilizes manual therapy techniques, including joint mobilization and muscle energy techniques, along with individualized exercise programs.

Noel specializes in the treatment of lumbopelvic dysfunction, cervicogenic headaches, orthopedic conditions, and functional strength training.

In addition to treating patients, Noel has served as a clinical instructor for PTA students and helps coordinate technician training and student observation experiences at PTOT.