We believe in your aspirations and are committed to helping you achieve your goals with a proactive approach and emphasis on whole person wellness.
We are committed to cultivating and nurturing a culture of health & wellness in the same community we choose to live, work and play.
DR. Sarah Ellefson, PT, DPT, OCS (altius pt Avon)
Sarah earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of New Hampshire where she competed as a Division 1 nordic skier. She continued her education at the University of Colorado in Boulder where she studied Integrative Physiology with an emphasis on whole-body function and its applications to human health and wellness. Sarah's passion for movement based treatment approaches to musculoskeletal and neurological dysfunction led her to Regis University's Physical Therapy program--one of the leading Manual Therapy programs in the country. Sarah earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy with highest honors while completing research on the effects of backwards walking treadmill training on hundreds of gait, balance and kinesiological variables for patients with Parkinson's Disease. Sarah has been practicing Physical Therapy in Eagle County since 2013 and earned her Board Certification in Orthopedics in 2016. She specializes in conservative treatment of the degenerative spine and hip, chronic pain management, orthopedic post-operative rehabilitation and return to sport performance. She is a professor of Human Anatomy and Physiology at Colorado Mountain College and guest lecturer for a variety of community wellness groups. Sarah is an avid runner, skier and mountain biker and has decades of experience working alongside elite and amateur athletes. In her free time you can find her playing in the mountains with her husband, Sylvan and two sons, Ryder and Aksel.
Dr. Ted Weber, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT (ALtius PT Eagle)
After spending his early life developing a love of running both competitively and as a means of personal growth, Ted followed his passion for endurance sports and earned a Master’s degree in Kinesiology from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Following graduation, Ted earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Husson University in Bangor, ME, where he completed research on Landing Kinetics and Kinematics on Cushioned vs. Hard Surfaces and taught graduate level courses in exercise physiology, kinesiology and wellness. Ted is a Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist and earned his post graduate fellowship in orthopedic manual therapy from Regis University. He currently works as a physical therapist in private practice on the Western Slope of Colorado where his passions are helping individuals of all ages and abilities to achieve meaningful goals and helping the next generation of healthcare professionals achieve their potential. Ted recently stepped down from an extended tenure on the board of the Colorado APTA and as the chair of the APTA CO Professional Development Committee.
DR. Carrie Eckenhoff, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT (Altius PT Avon)
Carrie was born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago, and landed in the mountains 20 years ago where she found her sanctuary and community.
She is fellowship-trained as well as board-certified in orthopedics and has been practicing in the Vail Valley for 12 years. She takes an evidence-based approach and utilizes her expertise in manual therapy (hands-on treatments) to facilitate quicker recovery and success for her patients. Carrie strongly values community and understands the importance of a team mentality through her years playing competitive soccer. She takes a team approach with her patients, playing a role as advocate, educator, and coach to help them achieve meaningful goals.
Carrie is an avid trail runner in the summers, loves to ski in the winters (although probably spends more time going uphill rather than downhill), and is enjoying the adventure of raising two feisty young boys with her husband, Brent.
Dr. Mariah Donofrio, PT, DPT (Altius PT Avon)
Mariah is an orthopedic physical therapist with a passion for athletic performance and recovery. She specializes in helping individuals and athletes move better, recover smarter, and return to the activities they love, stronger than before. Whether you're a competitive athlete, recreational enthusiast, or active adult, Mariah designs customized, evidence-based rehab and performance programs that empower change and optimize function.
She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Colorado, where she built a strong foundation in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation. Since then, she has continued to grow her expertise through advanced education in dry needling, yoga, group fitness, and functional strength training—bridging the gap between rehab, lifestyle wellness, and performance.
As a lifelong athlete, Mariah understands the physical and mental demands of staying active and the frustration that can come with injury. She’s passionate about equipping her clients with the knowledge, tools, and support they need to return to sport and life with confidence, and to keep doing what they love for years to come. Outside the clinic, Mariah enjoys running, skiing, and camping, often exploring new mountain trails with her energetic mini Australian Shepherd.
Dr. John knight, PT, DPT (Altius PT Eagle)
John hails from the Midwest where he grew up exploring nature and competing in tennis, ultimate frisbee, and ski racing. His experience as a ski racer compelled him to work as a ski instructor in Germany where he found his love for coaching and strength training. John earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from University of Colorado’s Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO and his Bachelors in Health and Human Performance from the University of Montana in Missoula, MT. John specializes in orthopedic care as a certified Dry Needling Specialist and Active Release Technique certified clinician for the spine and neck. John also received additional training in movement analysis and his background in strength training allows him to employ individualized treatment to achieve his patient’s goals. He uses a combination of education, functional strengthening, and manual therapy to resolve pain, identify movement dysfunction, improve performance, and encourage active living by addressing the root cause. John invests in his client’s long-term health so they can move freely and independently throughout their lifespan. Some of his specialties include lifting form assessment, neck/upper back pain, shoulder pain, and arthritis management. Outside of the clinic you can find John exploring the Vail valley whether downhill/Nordic skiing, disc golfing, mountain biking or simply playing guitar and enjoying the company of friends.