Bios
KEEP MOVING
Our experienced physical therapists will get you moving. Your customized treatment plan will speed your recovery and improve your overall performance.
John DeBitetto, PT, MSPT
Owner and Clinical Director
John graduated from Ithaca College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. While pursuing a career in advertising in New York City, he injured his knee and received Physical Therapy which sparked his passion to pursue Physical Therapy as a profession. John soon left the corporate world and moved to Boston to attend Simmons University. After graduating, he opened a Physical Therapy practice in Hawthorne, New York, which he successfully operated for twelve years prior to moving to Vermont with his family. John opened Alpine Physical Therapy & Sports Care in Manchester Village in 2019.
John played NCAA football at Ithaca College and continues to enjoy competition by participating in mountain bike and road cycling races. When not at work or spending time with his family, John can be found mountain biking or road riding during the milder months or making Telemark turns at Bromley or Stratton in the winter. In August 2018, he successfully completed the most challenging mountain bike race in the world, the Leadville Trail 100-Mile Mountain Bike Race in Leadville, Colorado. He increased his training regimen and returned to Leadville in 2022 to beat his original time by 34 minutes. John is also a regular competitor in the annual Kare Andersen Telemark Sprint Classic Ski Race at Bromley.
John’s extensive sports background gives him a greater understanding of the dedication and mindset required by athletes. His personal experience with sports injury, surgery, and rehabilitation allows him to connect with his patients on a deeper level.
John works with many student-athletes from local schools in Southern Vermont and beyond.
Paola DeBitetto
Practice Manager
Paola has been the Practice Manager at Alpine Physical Therapy since the outpatient clinic opened in 2019. While John has the knowledge and expertise to treat patients, it is Paola’s job to keep the office running smoothly. Her passionate desire to help patients and give back to the community are what make her perform at a high level everyday.
Paola graduated from Boston College with a BA in Economics and Romance Languages. She started her career in banking, but after a couple of years, moved to Rome. While living in Italy, she worked for Alitalia Airlines which gave her the incredible opportunity to travel extensively.
After ten years abroad, Paola moved back to the U.S. and shortly after met her husband, John. They have two amazing children, Sofia and Luke.
When not working, Paola enjoys spending time with friends and family, cooking, walking, traveling, and sharing her love for the Italian language and culture with others.