Team
Dr. David Huie PT, DPT
Dr. Huie earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in 2014. Immediately after graduation, he was fortunate enough to gain an additional year of experience in manual therapy training at Cleveland Clinic in Weston, Florida. Dr. Huie and his wife then spent three years working in a variety of settings across the United States, including acute care, inpatient rehab, home health, and outpatient therapy.
Their final contract led them to Anchorage, where they fell in love with the lifestyle, the people, and with their rescue dog, Holly. Alaska inspired Dr. Huie to open a practice that provides the highest level possible of physical therapy. He feels fortunate to have a career that gives people a healthier, happier, and more active way of living.
Dr. Laura Huie PT, DPT
Dr. Laura Huie earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL in 2014. She began her PT career working at a large hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center, Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, for four years where she saw a wide variety of patient populations and specialties from trauma, to neurology, pediatrics, spine, transplants, orthopedic, and medical/surgical patients.
Drs David and Laura share a love for travel and adventure, which brought them up to Alaska. After they decided to make Alaska their home, Dr Laura received advanced training in pelvic floor therapy for women and children. Laura is passionate about pediatrics, helping children since birth reach their full potential, as well as women’s health issues, including pregnancy, post partum, and pelvic floor dysfunction.
When David, Laura, and Holly (see office administrator) aren’t at Point North, they love hiking, skiing, camping, and exploring Alaska with their daughter Ava.
Dr. Normajean Farr DPT
Dr. Normajean Farr earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. After graduation, she began working to help those living in an underserved community in rural Wyoming. During the pandemic, Normajean moved to Alaska and immediately fell in love and decided to make this her new home.
As a competitive powerlifter, Normajean strives to provide a comprehensive approach to fitness, rehabilitation, and wellness at all levels and across the lifespan. She has a passion for what she does and brings enthusiasm to each visit to get each patient back to enjoying the activities that make life worth living. She believes in treating the person as a whole, not their “part” or the image on the screen. She has found a passion in helping those living with chronic pain through her skill of dry needling and has found great success in implementing it into her practice.
When Normajean isn’t busy treating patients, you can find her up in the clouds flying with her fiance’ Alex, throwing a ball for her Golden Retriever, Finley, or hiking in the beautiful Alaskan landscape.
Rachael Padilla, Practice Manager
Rachael is an experienced practice manager who started her career in the chiropractic field 20 years ago. She fell in love with working in an environment in which she could get to know her patients. Creating relationships with the patients is her favorite part of her job.
Alaska has been home to Rachael since 1987. In the summer you will find her outside with her boys and dogs chasing the midnight sun. She also enjoys working out, traveling, cooking and going to concerts.
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Aurora Berndt, Patient Care Coordinator
Born in Fairbanks and raised in Eagle River, Aurora Berndt has been working in healthcare for over three years. She loves getting to know patients and building meaningful relationships with them as part of their care journey. Aurora has a deep love of Broadway music and knows all the lyrics to Hamilton. She has also been playing chess since she was seven and enjoys the mental challenge it presents. Aurora appreciates the supportive, collaborative environment at Point North, where the whole team lifts each other up. At home, she loves relaxing with her three cats—Rex, Scarlett, and Ghost. If she could have coffee with anyone, it would be Freddie Mercury, who’s been an iconic influence in her life since childhood.
Jubilie Graff, Patient Care Coordinator
Jubilie Graff has been part of the healthcare field for three years and takes pride in being the first point of contact for patients as they begin their healing journey. She moved to Alaska at the age of eight and has since come to embrace the state’s sense of community. Outside of work, Jubilie enjoys drawing and painting and is currently pursuing a fine arts degree at UAA. She values being part of a team at Point North that consistently supports one another and puts patients first. If she could have coffee with anyone, it would be J.R.R. Tolkien—she’s a lifelong Lord of the Rings fan and would love to learn more about his creative philosophy.
Kristi Lauwers-Wilson, Physical Therapy Assistant
After earning a degree in Relational Communications and Business in St. Paul, Minnesota, Kristi found herself drawn back to the positive impact physical therapy had on her own life while recovering from injuries sustained during high school and collegiate volleyball.
In 2022, she, her husband, and their dog Appa made the drive down the Alcan, eventually leading her to earn her Physical Therapist Assistant degree from PIMA Medical Institute in Seattle, WA.
Kristi is passionate about working with athletes, teens, individuals with balance deficits, and those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction. Upon graduation, she completed her Level 1 Pelvic Floor certification. She thrives on building strong relationships with her patients and helping them reach meaningful, real-life goals — whether that’s lifting their grandkids, reaching a bucket-list summit, walking their dog pain-free, or dancing at their daughter’s wedding.
When she’s not in the clinic, you’ll likely find Kristi pulling weeds at home in Girdwood or chasing the sun to Argentina during the winter to spend time with family.
Natasha Hammill, Exercise Technician
Originally from Wisconsin, Natasha Hammill has called Alaska home for the past decade. She is deeply passionate about skiing—whether it’s cross-country, backcountry, or ski jumping—and she now shares that passion as a kids’ ski jumping coach. Natasha loves getting to know patients and learning each person’s unique story, which inspired her to begin applying to Physical Therapy Assistant school to continue her professional growth. If she could have coffee with anyone, it would be Robin Williams, just to experience his wit and warmth in person.
Courtny Hodsdon, Licensed Massage Therapist
Courtny Hodsdon has been practicing as a Licensed Massage Therapist for five years, specializing in pin-and-stretch techniques as well as medium-to-deep pressure work. She values the relaxed, supportive work environment at Point North and enjoys building connections with her clients. Outside of massage therapy, Courtny expresses her creativity through oil painting. When asked who she’d most like to have coffee with, she answered without hesitation: her coworker and “home girl,” Haylie.
Haylie Wilkinson, Licensed Massage Therapist
With five years of experience as a Licensed Massage Therapist, Haylie Wilkinson specializes in Gua Sha and cupping techniques, helping clients find relief and relaxation. Originally from Arkansas, she moved to Alaska in 2017 and fell in love with the outdoors. She enjoys hiking, fishing, and exploring everything Alaska has to offer. Haylie loves the positive work environment at Point North and meeting new people every day. If she could have coffee with anyone, it would be Pedro Pascal.
Emily, Licensed Massage Therapist
Emily has been practicing massage therapy since 2015 after graduating from Hawaii Healing Arts College. Her approach is intuitive, adaptive, and highly collaborative. She believes in providing patients not only relief, but also insight into their bodies and practical tools to support long-term wellness.
Though she has lived all over the world, Emily has called Alaska home since 2005. Her diverse background informs her integrative style, blending both Eastern and Western healing modalities to create individualized treatment experiences.
Emily is passionate about her work and loves being part of the team at Point North. Outside the clinic, she can usually be found working on her next novel, hiking Flattop, or engaging in spirited (and occasionally absurdist) intellectual debates with friends.
When asked who she would most like to share a coffee with, she mentioned Gichin Funakoshi, Mary Shelley, or Wanda Rutkiewicz — a reflection of her appreciation for discipline, creativity, and bold exploration.
Rebecca Blankenship, Licensed Massage Therapist
Licensed since 2019, Rebecca specializes in helping people find relief from migraines, chronic neck pain, and stress. Her favorite areas to work on are the neck, shoulders, and head, using a soothing blend of Hawaiian Lomi Lomi, Swedish, and trigger point techniques. Rebecca believes effective massage doesn’t have to hurt and emphasizes calming the nervous system as part of the healing process. She enjoys empowering her clients to understand their bodies and find ways to care for themselves between sessions. Passionate about history, Rebecca is especially interested in World War I and II. She finds joy in the variety of people she works with, particularly women dealing with migraines and chronic stress.
Holly, Office Administrator
Holly is an Alaska local from Togiak. Her hobbies include chasing squirrels, tummy scratches, and stealing food when no one is watching. She specializes in the security of the clinic and insurance verifications. Holly is paid under the table with treats (don't tell the IRS), with work performance based on whether or not she is a good girl. She has also adopted the role of office morale officer, frequently supervising the clinic for cranky workers. If you see Holly, don't hesitate to pet and give her love as she is very needy.