Clinical Staff
Kale Isaacson, PT
Owner of Southwest Orthopaedic Physical Therapy. Kale received his physical therapy degree at University of New Mexico in 1988. Kale is a bilingual native of NM with over 20 years of clinical experience in orthopaedic and manual physical therapy. He has been in private practice since 2003. Kale is married with 2 children.
Leslie Boone, MPT, CKTP
Joined SWOPT in 2006 after completing her degree in physical therapy at University of New Mexico. Leslie is a native of NM. She has been certified in Kinesio Taping Method since 2009 and has a special interest in TMJ and jaw dysfunction. Leslie is married with 1 child.
Jean Holm, MPT, CKTP
Joined SWOPT in 2008 after earning her degree in physical therapy at University of New Mexico. Jean is originally from Arizona and moved to Albuquerque to complete her education. Jean specializes in sports specific rehab and has been certified in Kinesio Taping Method since 2009. She also has a specific skill set in treating Vertigo and balance disorders.
Karen Browning, PT, CGST
Joined SWOPT in 2009. Karen received her physical therapy degree at Texas Tech University in 1989. Karen is a native of NM with over 20 years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient rehab settings. Karen is a certified geriatric strength trainer and specializes in joint replacement and sports specific rehab. Karen is coordinator for the indoor USA Track and Field. She is married with 3 children.
Karen Garvin, OTR, CHT
Joined SWOPT in 2003 and is the owner of Albuquerque Hand Clinic. Karen received her occupational therapy degree at Western Michigan University in 1983. Karen is a certified hand therapist with over 20 years of expertise in upper extremity rehabilitation including work related injuries, repetitive motion disorders, post-operative conditions and ergonomic analysis. Karen has also been certified in Kinesio Taping Method since 2009. She is married with 3 children.
Sean Portman, LMT, CMTPT
Joined SWOPT in 2004. Sean brings over 12 years of experience and a wealth of knowledge in the field of Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy and the treatment of myofascial pain and dysfunction. Sean is married with 4 children.
Marilyn Bigney, LPTA
Joined SWOPT in 2007. Marilyn received her Physical Therapist Assistant degree in 1991 from Lehigh County Community College in Pennsylvania. Prior to that, Marilyn was employed as a PT tech for 20 years, focusing her education and clinical skills on myofascial release therapy, in particular, treatment of TMJ and neck disorders.
Support Staff
Therapeutic Massage
We currently have 2 massage therapists on staff who specialize in medical massage.
Physical Therapy Technicians
We currently have 5 PT Technicians on staff. In order to provide prestige patient care, SWOPT takes pride in only employing technicians with Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science or related area.
Administrative Staff
Front Office
Kristen Gonzales is front office manager. She graduated New Mexico State University with a degree in Sports Medicine and Athletic Training Education. She has over 15 years of experience in the orthopaedic setting. Kristen has one son. Kristen oversees 3 additional front office personnel in order to assure exceptional consumer service.
