Andrew Grissom

Clinic Director-PT, DPT, TPI

Dr. C. Andrew Grissom was raised in North Carolina, growing up in Charlotte and attending a private high school located in Candler. He attended Southern Adventist University in Collegedale, TN for his undergraduate degree, where he realized his passion for helping others while shadowing a Physical Therapist who was tending to a close family friends daughter, who had recently been adopted from China and diagnosed with cerebral palsy. After completing his undergraduate degree in the Pre-Physical Therapy program in 2014, Andrew and his wife Rebecca moved to Loma Linda, California where he completed his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Loma Linda University in 2017. While living in Loma Linda, Andrew helped build a health clinic called Street Medicine designed to supply health care to underserved communities in southern California and was heavily involved in a number of volunteer opportunities through the local children’s hospital. Andrew is a certified Titleist Performance Institute provider who utilizes the TPI movement screen to identify physical limitations which could increase someone’s risk for injury or limit their performance on the golf course. Andrew is an avid golfer, formally coaching a high school golf team, who also has a passion for helping clients return to playing golf following injury.

When Andrew is not in the clinic, he enjoys playing all types of sports, favoring golf and basketball, taking hikes/exploring Asheville with his dog and wife and playing guitar.

Education
Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA
Doctor of Physical Therapy, June 2017

Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA
Bachelor of Science, Health Science, June 2017

Southern Adventist University, Collegedale TN
Associate of Science, Pre-Physical Therapy, May 2014

Robbie Jones

PT, DPT, CSCS

Robbie claims Northern California as his home, 30 minutes outside of Napa Valley. He completed his Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology (Movement Science) at Whittier College in Whittier, CA where he also played collegiate basketball and worked as an independent personal trainer. Following a move to Georgia, he completed the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Mercer University's Atlanta Campus in 2020. He also holds a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Outside of the office Robbie enjoys undertaking outdoor challenges, being the head chef of his household, looking studious in coffee shops, and spending time with his girlfriend, dog, and cat.

Education

Mercer University, Atlanta, GA

Doctor of Physical Therapy, May 2020

Alyssa McCarthy

PT, DPT, USAW-1

Alyssa was raised in Cincinnati, Ohio and decided to complete her undergraduate and graduate studies in Athens, Ohio at Ohio University where she completed a Bachelors of Science in Exercise Physiology in 2020 and graduated with her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2023. Alyssa’s primary focus is orthopedics for the recreational athlete with additional interest in vestibular physical therapy. Outside of work Alyssa enjoys spending time outdoors hiking and camping, participating in CrossFit, exploring coffee shops, going to church and spending time with her dog and friends.

Education

Ohio University, Athens, Ohio

Doctor of Physical Therapy, May 2023

Lydia Stamm

Front Office Manager

Lydia grew up in rural northwest Ohio before moving to the mountains of eastern Kentucky to attend Morehead State University. At MSU, she was a member of the marching drumline and numerous other ensembles, while earning her BM in percussion performance in 2008. After many years of residence in WNC, Lydia completed the Health and Fitness Science program at AB Tech, in 2021, to expand her knowledge of exercise and the body. As an ACE-certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor, as well as music educator, she has a particular interest in health for performing artists and is enthusiastic about helping all individuals find creative and attainable ways to integrate healthy habits into their lives. In her free time, Lydia can be found hiking with her boyfriend and their dogs, enjoying her cats, poultry, fish, and plants, or reading a good book.

Jayna Dever

PT, DPT

Jayna was born and raised in Orlando, FL, where she cultivated a deep-rooted love for sports and fitness. Driven by her passion, Jayna pursued a degree in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology - Exercise Science at the University of Florida. After completing her undergraduate degree, she went on to earn her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of South Carolina in 2020. Dedicated to improving the lives of others, she approaches her practice with compassion and expertise. Outside of her professional role, Jayna enjoys traveling, exploring the great outdoors, watching college football every Saturday in the fall (Go Gators!), and spending time with friends and family.

Education

University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

Bachelors of Applied Physiology and Kinesiology, May 2017

University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC

Doctor of Physical Therapy, Dec 2020

Adam Lee

PT, DPT

Adam grew up in Natick, Massachusetts playing ice hockey, lacrosse, football, and wrestling. Adam would go on to earn his Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology at UMass Amherst. He then went on to attend the University of New England in Portland, Maine where he completed his Doctorate of Physical Therapy studies. Adam is primarily interested in orthopedics and rehabilitation of patients with Parkinson's Disease. When he is not at the clinic, Adam enjoys skiing, golfing, hiking, fishing, exercising, and watching his Boston sports teams struggle to find relevance again.

Education

University of New England

Doctor of Physical Therapy, May 2024

Raylene Hammond

PT, DPT

I was raised in the small town of Jackson, Ohio, where I developed a strong appreciation for movement and an active lifestyle. I attended Heidelberg University for my undergraduate studies, where I played softball and discovered a passion for lifting and hiking. This love for movement inspired me to further my education, leading me to pursue my Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Ohio University.Throughout my educational journey, I developed a deep interest in women’s health, particularly pelvic health and lymphedema management. My goal is to continue advancing my knowledge and skills in these areas to help women maintain optimal function and well-being throughout all phases of life.

Education

Ohio University, Athens, Ohio 
Doctor of Physical Therapy, May 2025