Meet Our Team
Dr. Crystal Whitmarsh, PT, DPT, NCS
Dr. Crystal Whitmarsh is a board-certified neurologic physical therapist. After graduating in 2006 with her associate's degree, she moved to Minnesota with her husband and began working as a physical therapist assistant in outpatient orthopedics for the Mayo Clinic Health System in 2007. She continued her educational journey and completed her Bachelorโs in Exercise Science from Minnesota State University, Mankato in 2010 and in 2013 she obtained her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences.
In 2017, Dr. Whitmarsh transferred to the Mayo Clinic, Rochester campus to focus on neurologic rehabilitation, where she specialized in brain and spinal cord injury. During that time she served on several committees and became an instructor of physical medicine and rehabilitation, silver quality fellow, and an associate of teaching in the Academy of Educational Excellence.
n January of 2023, Whitmarsh Health & Wellness she launched in Kasson, MN, with the goal of providing exceptional, 1:1 performance physical therapy. The mission of WHW is to provide training, education, and empowerment to the community while promoting a whole-person approach to health & wellness physical therapy.
In addition to Dr. Whitmarshโs academic and professional accomplishments, she and her husband, Jim, opened their coffee roasting business, Trail Creek Coffee Roasters in 2017. They have 2 boys, Isaiah (9), and Micah (8), and her best girl, Cortado the goldendoodle.
Dr. Tessah Skoog, PT, DPT, ATC, Cert. DN
Meet Tessah, born and raised right here in the K-M community, she has always had a passion for serving her neighbors and making a positive impact.
Her education includes an undergraduate degree in Athletic Training from Bethel University and Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Mayo School of Health Sciences. Along the way, she married her best friend, Brett, and they're now proud parents to three incredible kids - Grayson (6), Charlotte (4), and Theo (3) - along with their beloved goldendoodle, Louie (9).
Tessah specializes in pediatric pelvic floor, women's health, scoliosis, dry needling, & athletes with sports injuries.
When she's not in the clinic, you'll often find her on the sidelines coaching soccer, basketball, and gymnastics teams, or exploring new destinations with her family. She's also a passionate mid-distance runner.
Whether you're recovering from an injury, seeking specialized pediatric care, or simply looking to enhance your overall health and well-being, Tessah is here for you.
Dr. Hannah Borup, PT, DPT, NCS
Hannah hails from beautiful Hermantown, MN, and brings her love for the outdoors and her passion for helping others to our team. She's a proud graduate of the College of St. Benedict and St. Catherine University, where she honed her skills in physical therapy.
Hannah has a special place in her heart for helping older adults overcome neurological challenges, empowering them to regain their independence and enjoy life to the fullest. When she's not in the clinic, you can find Hannah hiking, camping, canoeing, or enjoying precious moments with her son, Oliver.
Marlo Zosel
Marlo is our amazing Client Experience Coordinator. Marlo is a dedicated coach who possesses a passion for helping individuals recognize the profound impact that small changes can have on their lives. Her personal mission is to empower people to embrace and maintain a healthy lifestyle by bridging the gap between their beliefs and actions. With a genuine love for guiding others on their journey towards well-being, she serves as a beacon of inspiration, showing that every little step forward can accumulate into transformative results. She is here to serve our new clients as they embrace wellness.
Jaime Smoody
Jaime is originally from the Chicago area, but spent the last 15 years teaching middle and high school math in Rochester, MN. She currently lives in Mesa, Arizona, working as a Virtual Assistant and virtual private math tutor. Jaime is currently working with WHW Physical Therapy with our social media as well as other background systems.
Her education includes an undergraduate degree in Math Education from Eastern Illinois University and a Masters degree in Teaching and Learning from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota.
She lives with her three cats, Monica, Chandler and Rachel and loves to workout, read and spend time with her parents, who live nearby.