Brittany Gosse-Jesus PT, DPT
Brittany Gosse-Jesus PT, DPT
Brittany Gosse-Jesus – Endometriosis Physical Therapist
Summary: Brittany Gosse-Jesus, PT, DPT, is a compassionate endometriosis physical therapist at Medical Associates Clinic in Dubuque, IA. Brittany Gosse-Jesus takes a holistic approach to care, recognizing how interconnected body systems impact overall well-being. She carefully assesses musculoskeletal and neuromuscular factors contributing to endometriosis pain, including inflammation, scar tissue, and muscle tension. Her treatments include visceral mobilization, myofascial release, dry needling, and nervous system re-education tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
Brittany Gosse-Jesus dedicates time to listening closely to patients’ stories and histories, ensuring personalized care that targets their specific symptoms and goals. She values interdisciplinary collaboration and connects patients to the gold-standard resources for endometriosis management. Education is a key part of her practice—empowering patients with knowledge so they can advocate for themselves confidently throughout their healing journey.
Visit types: Office/Hospital.
Spoken languages: English
Interpreting services for other languages: Yes
Philosophy of care and typical treatment strategies: In caring for patients with pelvic floor-related conditions, including endometriosis, I aim to assess the individual holistically. Recognizing that all systems of the body have interactions with one another and each system must be optimal in function on its own in order to facilitate optimal function and well-being of the whole person drives my clinical decision-making and assessment process. In physical therapy sessions, my aim is to identify and address musculoskeletal and neuromuscular-related factors contributing to a person’s pain from endometriosis, whether that be related to chronic inflammation, scar tissue, past or recent surgical intervention, secondary muscle tension, or a combination of factors. I utilize visceral mobilization, myofascial techniques, dry needling (basic and advanced techniques, to include pelvic floor), and re-education of the nervous and musculoskeletal systems to help address individuals’ presenting complaints. I believe that the answer always lies within the patient and I dedicate time in each session, especially the first session, to hear someone’s story, their history, their complaints, and really get to know them to help determine driving factors for their symptoms and address the things that are most important to the individual in front of me. I also value interdisciplinary care and work with other healthcare providers to ensure that all areas are being assessed and addressed as indicated. The gold standard of care for endometriosis is important to me, and I strive to provide a connection to those resources whenever possible. I also include education of the patient and recommendation of resources regarding endometriosis throughout treatment sessions because I have seen the power that knowledge has. Often in the world of endometriosis management, the patient is forced to be their own strongest advocate and I want my patients to be armed with as much knowledge as possible. ‘Knowledge is power,’ and I think it is one of the most valuable interventions I can provide to my patients in addition to the manual work and other therapeutic modalities I have to utilize during treatment sessions.
Dr. Ethan Fram
Dr. Ethan Fram, M.D. Urologist
City: Tualatin, Oregon
Areas of Expertise: Interstitial Cystitis, Bladder Botox, Urinary Incontinence
Elizabeth Trausch PT, DPT
Elizabeth Trausch PT, DPT
Elizabeth Trausch – Endometriosis Physical Therapist
Summary: Elizabeth Trausch, PT, DPT, is a dedicated endometriosis physical therapist at Breathe Physical Therapy & Wellness in West Des Moines, Iowa. With advanced training and CAPP certification, Elizabeth Trausch provides compassionate care tailored to each patient’s needs. Her approach focuses on downtraining the nervous system and relaxing abdominal and pelvic floor muscles to relieve pain. Elizabeth Trausch uses a combination of internal and external soft tissue mobilization, relaxation techniques, and yoga-based therapies. She also offers guidance on an anti-inflammatory diet and collaborates with counseling services when needed. Her expertise in Barral pelvic visceral mobilization informs her understanding, enhancing treatment precision. Elizabeth Trausch strives to empower patients by creating personalized treatment plans that promote healing, improve function, and enhance quality of life. Her warm and professional care helps patients manage endometriosis symptoms with confidence and support.
Visit types: Office/Hospital.
Spoken languages: English, Spanish
Interpreting services for other languages: No
Philosophy of care and typical treatment strategies: I have extensive training from Ginger Garner and Jessica Drummond, as well as being CAPP certified and a CAPP case study reviewer for 5 years. My treatment for endometriosis-related pain includes downtraining the nervous system and the abdominal and pelvic floor muscles, relaxation techniques, general anti-inflammatory diet advice, and internal and external soft tissue mobilization. I would include yoga-based therapies, referrals for counseling when needed, stretching when something is tight, and strengthening when pain is lower, if indicated. I have barreled pelvic visceral mobilization training but do not use it other than for the knowledge of the location of the organs.
Brianna Blohm PT, DPT
Brianna Blohm, PT, DPT
Brianna Blohm – Endometriosis Physical Therapist
Summary: Brianna Blohm, PT, DPT, is a dedicated endometriosis physical therapist at Lone Peak Pelvic Health Physical Therapy in Billings, MT. Brianna Blohm believes that effective treatment for endometriosis requires a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach tailored to each patient’s unique needs. Her care combines manual soft tissue techniques such as soft tissue mobilization, trigger point release, and contract-relax methods targeting both internal and external pelvic floor muscles. She also integrates visceral mobilization focused on the pelvic floor and gastrointestinal system. Brianna Blohm emphasizes education on diet and bladder health to support optimal GI function, along with functional training to improve lumbopelvic and postural stability. Recognizing the importance of overall wellness, she incorporates stress management, mental health awareness, and healthy sleep habits into her patient care. Patients working with Brianna Blohm benefit from a warm, holistic approach aimed at long-term relief and improved quality of life.
Visit types: Office/Hospital
Spoken languages: English
Interpreting services for other languages: Yes
Philosophy of care and typical treatment strategies: Treatment for endometriosis should be multi-faceted. In my practice, I include manual soft tissue techniques, including STM, trigger point release, and contract/relax work, to internal and external pelvic floor musculature. I also perform visceral mobilization for the pelvic floor and GI system. I include diet and bladder education for optimal GI functioning based on patients’ individual needs. I also include isolated and functional training progressions for lumbopelvic and postural stability. Further, stress management, mental health awareness, and healthy sleeping patterns are included in my education.
Dr. Michael P. Gardner
Dr. Michael P. Gardner, M.D.. Urologist
City: Tualatin, Oregon
Areas of Expertise: Interstitial Cystitis, Bladder Botox, Urinary Incontinence
Dr. Jessica Kresowik
Dr. Jessica Kresowik, Endometriosis Specialist, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgeon, Reproductive Endocrinologist
City: Iowa City, Iowa, USA
Dr. Jordan Klebanoff
Dr. Jordan Klebanoff, M.D.
Endometriosis Specialist, Gynecologist, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgeon
Summary: If you’re seeking expert care for endometriosis, Dr Jordan Klebanoff is a trusted specialist dedicated to helping women improve their quality of life. As both a gynecologist and minimally invasive surgeon, Dr Klebanoff brings deep expertise and compassionate care to each patient he treats in Philadelphia, PA.
Dr Klebanoff understands that endometriosis is a complex condition with many possible causes, including embryologic, genetic, and environmental factors. He specializes in wide excision surgery, which aims to remove even microscopic disease and offer lasting relief.
For patients who aren’t considering surgery, Dr Jordan Klebanoff offers personalized medical management, including non-narcotic pain relief and hormonal therapies. He also works closely with pelvic floor physical therapists, pain specialists, and gastroenterologists to provide a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to care before and after surgery.
City: Philadelphia, PA, USA
Philosophy: I believe that we have an incomplete understanding of the origins of endometriosis, however, that the theory of retrograde menstruation as the sole explanation falls well short of describing this complex disease. My belief is that there are likely many factors to explain this disease embryologic, genetic, environmental, etc. The theory that I believe most completely and rationally explains this disease process is an issue during embryologic development. This is why I believe excision surgery most thoroughly improves quality of life. Wide excision surgery will remove microscopic disease whereas localized excisions or ablation can fall short.
Medication: For patients not immediately, or ever, interested in surgery I will utilize non-narcotic pain medications and hormonal regulation where appropriate. Whether or not I recommend hormonal suppression, most often with an oral progestin, following excision surgery is based on individual patient preference and expectation. My typical counseling for patients is that whether it be medical management or surgical management my mission will always be to continue to improve quality of life in any way that I can.
Approach to Persistent Pain After Surgery: My approach to persistent symptoms following surgery is consistent to my approach before surgery. Because pain from endometriosis is often multifactorial I work closely with pelvic floor physical therapists, pain management specialists, sexual medicine providers, and gastroenterologists both before and after surgery. My counseling of patients for any symptoms after an excision surgery patients can depend on the specific symptom or what therapies have previously been tried and failed.
Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed
Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed, DO.. Physiatrist, Pelvic Pain Specialist
City: New York City, New York
Areas of Expertise: Pelvic Pain
Dr. Allyson Shrikhande
Dr. Allyson Shrikhande, M.D.. Pelvic Pain Specialist
City: New York City, New York
Areas of Expertise: pelvic pain and pelvic floor muscle dysfunction
Dr. Sonia Bahlani
Dr. Sonia Bahlani, M.D.. Pelvic Pain Specialist
City: New York City, New York
Areas of Expertise: Vulvodynia, Interstitial Cystitis, Vulvar Itching, Clitoral Pain, Chronic Pelvic Pain, Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder, Pudendal Neuralgia, Hypertonic Pelvic Floor Muscle Dysfunction
Dr. Yaniv Larish
Dr. Yaniv Larish, M.D.. Urologist With Expertise in Endometriosis
City: New York City, New York
Areas of Expertise: Interstitial Cystitis, Overactive Bladder, Bladder Botox, Axonics, and InterStim Therapy.
Dr. Jeffrey G. Proctor
Dr. Jeffrey G. Proctor, M.D.. Urologist With Expertise in Endometriosis
City: Cartersville, Georgia
Areas of Expertise: Interstitial Cystitis, Overactive Bladder, Bladder Botox, Axonics, and InterStim Therapy.
