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Physical Therapist

Lauren Dunne,PT, DPT

Lauren Dunne, PT, DPT earned her Bachelor of Health and Wellness Promotion from University of North Carolina at Asheville in 2022. During this time, she was also a 4 year member of the UNC Asheville’s Division 1 Women’s Swim and Dive Program where she competed in multiple swimming events. Throughout her high school and collegiate swimming career, she experienced multiple shoulder injuries and surgeries which sparked her passion for physical therapy and rehabilitation science. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Georgia Southern in Savannah, Georgia in 2025 where she completed multiple clinical rotations in outpatient orthopedics, sports, and skilled nursing. Lauren’s experience in multiple physical therapy settings, along with her own struggles with recurring injuries, has fueled her passion for helping others. She is committed to using her orthopedic skills to support patients in achieving their functional goals, advocating for their wellness, and walking alongside them with empathy and compassion.