Ryan Johnson, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, is a licensed physical therapist and Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. Prior to joining The CORE Institute, Ryan earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, graduating magna cum laude from Appalachian State University, and his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Winston-Salem State University. He also completed an Orthopedic Residency Program through Upstream Rehabilitation.
Ryan Johnson, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, is a licensed physical therapist and Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. Prior to joining The CORE Institute, Ryan earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, graduating magna cum laude from Appalachian State University, and his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Winston-Salem State University. He also completed an Orthopedic Residency Program through Upstream Rehabilitation.
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Ryan is very friendly and knowledgeable about the right steps to get me back to health. He is professional and caring and this shows in his interactions!
(3 days ago)
Jan-2026
Ryan listened well and was very knowledgeable. I would recommend him to anyone.
(4 days ago)
Jan-2026
My first appointment and he was awesome. Explained everything. I had to stop at store afterwards. Normally doing one thing in the day is all I can do. Stopped at store and I still feel good. This is a first for me.
(5 days ago)
Jan-2026
He explained each exercise in detail, what you would feel and what the exercise is supposed to do.
(5 days ago)
Jan-2026
Explained and answered my questions.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Excellent care forvmy son!!
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Very knowledgeable and informative.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Initial apt went well with Ryan, I look forward to working thru PT with him and his team.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Helped me feel better right after, we'll continue the session next time?
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
I had a good first experience with Ryan, he was very informative and explained everything in details. Answered my questions. He was very respectful and very knowledgeable
Ryan Johnson, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, is a licensed physical therapist and Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist.
Prior to joining The CORE Institute, Ryan earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, graduating magna cum laude from Appalachian State University, and his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Winston-Salem State University. He also completed an Orthopedic Residency Program through Upstream Rehabilitation.
Ryan brings extensive experience in treating a wide range of orthopedic conditions and sports-related injuries. He has served as a Clinic Director and Manager, mentoring new therapists and leading advanced training in areas such as return-to-sport rehabilitation, overhead athlete care, and evidence-based manual therapy. In addition to his clinical experience, Ryan is an adjunct faculty member at Midwestern University, where he teaches orthopedic evaluation and dry needling techniques.
He holds multiple certifications, including Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Champion Performance Specialist, and Blood Flow Restriction Training. Ryan is passionate about optimizing performance and helping patients safely return to the activities they love.
Ryan is very friendly and knowledgeable about the right steps to get me back to health. He is professional and caring and this shows in his interactions!
Ryan listened well and was very knowledgeable. I would recommend him to anyone.
My first appointment and he was awesome. Explained everything. I had to stop at store afterwards. Normally doing one thing in the day is all I can do. Stopped at store and I still feel good. This is a first for me.
He explained each exercise in detail, what you would feel and what the exercise is supposed to do.
Explained and answered my questions.
Excellent care forvmy son!!
Very knowledgeable and informative.
Initial apt went well with Ryan, I look forward to working thru PT with him and his team.
Helped me feel better right after, we'll continue the session next time?
I had a good first experience with Ryan, he was very informative and explained everything in details. Answered my questions. He was very respectful and very knowledgeable