Arcadia (Hand Therapy & Physical Therapy)

Allison Nickolaou, OTR/L

Allison received her Bachelor of Science degree from Arizona State University in Health Sciences. She went on to earn her Decorate of Occupational Therapy from Northern Arizona University. Allison began working as a therapist at DHT in June 2019 and is working towards becoming a Certified Hand Therapist. In her free time, Allison loves spending time with family and friends, as well as hiking and camping with her two golden retrievers.

Chandler Location

Carlos Ramirez, COTA

Carlos moved from California to Arizona in 2005 and was hired at Desert Hand Therapy shortly thereafter.  Prior to moving into therapy, Carlos was certified as a Licensed Massage Therapist in CA.   While at DHT, Carlos earned his Associate degree in Applied Science for Occupational Therapy Assistant.  Since then, he has dedicated his career to the treatment and rehabilitation of the upper extremity while being mentored by several Certified Hand Therapists.  He has worked with therapists at our Chandler, Mesa, Scottsdale, Cofco, and Clarendon offices.  He has a particular interest in tendon injuries and pursuing further continuing education in modalities, such as kinesiotaping.  He is currently in the process of pursuing his Masters’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.  Carlos is actively involved in daily managerial duties at the Clarendon clinic when not treating patients.

Carlos, his wife, and 3 boys enjoy outdoor activities which include riding bicycles, soccer, football, and going to the zoo.

Arcadia Location

Lisa Austin, PT, CSCS

Lisa Austin is a native of Arizona. She graduated from the University of Arizona with a degree in Exercise and Sports Sciences. She continued her graduate studies at AT Still University for Physical Therapy. Lisa has been practicing for over 20 years. She is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and is Certified in Dry Needling. Lisa utilizes different treatment techniques to develop individual treatment programs based on the patient’s goals. Personally, Lisa enjoys watching college basketball, golfing, and baking. She enjoys reading and learning about the world around her. Lisa enjoys spending time with her husband, Amp, and their son, Aubry.

Arcadia Location

Troy Geiger

A native of Arizona, Troy received his degree in Exercise and Wellness from Arizona State University. He then continued his graduate studies at Northern Arizona University where he received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Before his continued education in physical therapy, Troy was a Licensed Massage Therapist for 6 years. He utilizes the manual techniques that he learned as a massage therapist along with his physical therapy training to assist patients in their road to recovery and physical health goals. He enjoys spending time with his family, playing golf, and following the local sports teams.

Arcadia Location