Adam Paggi PT, DPT
Adam graduated from Northeastern University with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. He is a licensed physical therapist and the owner of Paggi Physical Therapy and Sports Rehabilitation in Brookline, Massachusetts. He has experience with high school, college, amateur and professional level athletes. He is certified in Graston Technique® and dry needling. Adam is also involved with various independent research projects at Tufts Medical Center in Boston and is a published co-author in the Sports Medicine Arthroscopic Research Journal and the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. He is an adjunct faculty member in the Physical Therapy Program at Northeastern University and the Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Bay State College.
Adam received his undergraduate degree from Boston College with an academic concentration in pre-medical studies and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Ethics.
Adam’s first experience with physical therapy came as a patient, following a series of high school football and basketball injuries. A passion for sports continues into his treatment practice today, whether working with athletes, weekend warriors or people just looking to feel better. Clinical interests include shoulder, knee and ankle conditions but Adam has extensive experience treating a wide variety of orthopedic injuries and surgeries. Prior to Paggi Physical Therapy, Adam worked at Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy at Tufts Medical Center in Boston.
In his spare time, Adam enjoys mountain biking, fishing, and spending time with Kim and their three children.
Meghan Hesketh, PT, DPT, LAT, ATC
Meghan graduated from Sacred Heart University with her Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training and went on to receiver her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Sacred Heart University. Meghan’s clinical interests include evaluating and treating a variety of orthopedic and sport musculoskeletal injuries and return to play protocols. Meghan specifically has experience as an ATC and PT with baseball athletes from high school aged to professional athletes. During her free time, she enjoys participating in Boston recreational sports leagues, visiting Cape Cod with her family, and taking her dog on hikes.
Amanda Kuczmiec, PT, DPT, CSCS
Amanda graduated from Northeastern University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Amanda has furthered her education by pursuing a CSCS (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist) in 2019, UESCA Certified Running Coach in 2020, Level 2 Certified Running Gait Analyst in 2021, Level 1 Certified Walking Gait Analyst in 2024. Amanda's clinical interests include helping endurance runners and field sport athletes participate fully in their activity of choice. She has had experience implementing both injury prevention and treatment programs for road runners, soccer players, and basketball players. In her free time, she enjoys training for road races, hiking the NH 4000 footers, and spending time with friends and family.
Emily Boyko, PT, DPT
Emily graduated from the University of Connecticut with her Bachelor of Science and psychology minor degree, where she was a 4 year member of their Division I varsity swim team. She then went on to get her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Northeastern University.
Emily enjoys treating a wide range of orthopedic and sports injuries with a specific interest in treating runners. Emily was able to channel her previous experiences as a competitive swimmer, transition to a competitive runner and furthered her education by becoming a Level 1 and Level 2 Certified Running Gait Analyst, as well as a Level 1 Certified Walking Gait Analyst. Additionally, she is certified in Dry Needling and Active Release Technique for upper and lower extremity.
She is passionate about helping runners prevent injuries, reach their goals and most importantly, keep running. In her free time she enjoys spending time with family and friends, being active, going to the beach and walking her dogs.
Luke Bellone, PT, DPT
Luke graduated from Franklin Pierce University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Prior to attending graduate school he received his B.S. in Exercise Physiology from University of Massachusetts - Lowell.
He has previous experience as a strength and conditioning coach working at Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning where he specialized in training high school, collegiate and professional athletes. Luke has furthered his education by pursuing his dry needling certification. His clinical interests include sports medicine, orthopedics, ACL reconstruction rehab and active adults utilizing skilled treatment plans which highlight functional performance and injury prevention.
In Luke’s free time he enjoys spending time with friends and family, exercising, playing soccer and reading.
Sarah Harkins, PT, DPT
Sarah graduated from Northeastern University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy and concentration in Pediatrics. Prior to attending graduate school she received her B.S. in Exercise Physiology with a minor in Psychology from University of Massachusetts - Lowell. Sarah’s clinical interests include sports medicine, pediatrics, and orthopedics. Sarah has clinical experience working with a large age range from infants and toddlers to geriatrics. In Sarah’s free time she enjoys reading, coaching swimming, and spending time with friends and family.
Jared Varnado, PT, DPT
Jared graduated from Northeastern University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, with a strong passion for sports rehabilitation and orthopedics. Throughout his academic journey, Jared has developed a keen interest in helping individuals recover from injuries and improve their physical performance, especially in the context of sports and active lifestyles.
In addition to their clinical training, Jared is dedicated to staying up-to-date with the latest advances in physical therapy techniques and evidence-based practices, with a particular focus on sports medicine and orthopedic care.
Outside of their professional life, Jared enjoys spending time with friends and family, watching sports, and traveling to explore new cultures and destinations. His personal interests in health, fitness, and sports make him a passionate advocate for promoting physical well-being both on and off the field.
Nick Ford, PT, DPT, TPI-1
Nick graduated from Franklin Pierce University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Prior to attending graduate school he received his BS in Exercise Physiology from the University of Massachusetts Lowell with a minor in Public Health.
He has previous experience as an exercise specialist in outpatient orthopedics, as well as adult neurological rehabilitation at Rhode Island Hospital. Nick continued his tertiary education with certifications specializing in trigger point dry-needling and golf swing analysis through Titleist Performance Institute. His clinical interests include orthopedics, neurological rehab, and sports medicine. Nick is passionate about helping golfers and lacrosse athletes return to sport pain-free. In Nick’s free time he enjoys golfing, playing lacrosse, laying low on the beach, and traveling to new destinations.
Charissa Poli, Billing Coordinator
Charissa graduated from the University of Southern Maine with her Bachelor’s in Psychology. Shortly after graduation, she started working at the front desk at Back in Motion Physical Therapy in Portland, Maine. Prior to that, she worked as a social worker for various non-profit organizations and as a medical biller.
In 2021, Charissa moved from Maine to Massachusetts and continued her administrative career at a downtown Boston physical therapy clinic. When it closed its doors in 2023, Charissa found a new path as the billing coordinator for Paggi PT. At Paggi PT, Charissa is the point of contact for all insurance/billing- related questions.
In her spare time, Charissa enjoys reading and playing video games at home with her husband, Brandon. Charissa also enjoys traveling and splits her friends/family time between Maine and Las Vegas.
Jessica DeGouff, Front Desk Manager
Jessica has a wide-spread background including customer service, business, sales, corporate, and healthcare. She enjoys learning and expanding her skill- set by taking on new challenges. She is very passionate about taking care of others and helping them achieve their best self.
Jessica is the first point of contact for Paggi PT and assists in the entirety of the patient experience. She oversees the daily operations of the front desk, supports the Physical Therapists, office staff and any other needs within the clinics.
Jessica has a 10-year old Pitbull/Lab mix who thinks she’s a baby. In her free time, she enjoys reading, binge-watching her favorite shows, walking, bowling, and spending time with her husband, and their niece and nephew.
Kim Paggi, Business Manager
Kim graduated from Boston College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the Carroll School of Management. At Paggi PT, Kim is responsible for managing business operations, marketing, and community outreach.
Previously, Kim worked for an institutional asset management company as a marketing specialist and alternative funds specialist. She was awarded the Claritas® Investment Certificate, a program to enhance knowledge in finance, ethics, and investments, through the CFA Institute in 2013.
Kim has a passion for health and fitness and enjoys running, weight training, and spending time with Adam and their three children.
