Wayne A. MacMasters, MS, PT, President
Wayne A. MacMasters, MS, PT, is the president and founder of Tidewater Physical Therapy, Inc. Mr. MacMasters, a practicing physical therapist, received an undergraduate degree from the College of William & Mary and his Masters degree in Physical Therapy from Duke University. In 1986, he opened the first Tidewater Physical Therapy location.
Mr. MacMasters is recognized by both the medical community and employers for his expertise in work injury rehabilitation and management. He has developed several proprietary systems used by local employers to help ‘win the battle’ for a healthy, productive workforce and reduce the impact of work injuries on an organizations economic well-being. In addition, MacMasters is a work rehabilitation consultant to local, regional and nationwide employers.
Mr. MacMasters leads Tidewater Physical Therapy strategic planning and development initiatives, with Tidewater Performance serving as his most recent addition to the Tidewater Physical Therapy brand. MacMasters is actively involved in service to several local area charitable organizations including St. Andrews School and The Arc of the Virginia Peninsula.
Steve Howell, Med, PT, ATC, Vice President
Steven J. Howell, Med, PT, ATC, received an undergraduate degree from Washington State University, a Master of Education in Athletic Training from the University of Virginia and his physical therapy degree from the Medical College of Virginia. He joined Tidewater Physical Therapy, Inc. in 1990 and became a partner in 1995. Mr. Howell, a Vice President of the organization serves as the Regional Director for clinical operations in Newport News and Performance Services. Mr. Howell is an avid support for local area youth and collegiate sports programs developing many injury prevention and rehabilitation programs to ensure the health and well-being of student athletes.
John Mitrovic, PT, SCS, ATC, CSCS, Vice President
Mr. Mitrovic became partner and Vice President in 1994 and serves as Regional Director for clinical operations in Williamsburg and Gloucester.
Mr. Mitrovic is actively involved in the Williamsburg community including service as Walsingham Academy’s, Vice President of the Athletic Booster Club Board, a physical therapy consultant to the College of William and Mary and committed volunteer to the Tribe Sports Medicine Staff.
Jeffrey C. Verhoef, PT, MBA, CEO
Jeffrey C. Verhoef, PT, MBA, received an undergraduate degree from Central College, Pella, Iowa, a certificate in physical therapy from University of Iowa, and a Master of Business Administration from the College of William & Mary. He joined Tidewater Physical Therapy, Inc. as Chief Executive Officer in 1995 and became a partner of the firm in 1998.
Mr. Verhoef is active in the local community serving on several board of directors and advisory committees.
