She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Columbia University, where she combined her interests in kinesiology, research, and advocacy. As a member of the Columbia Dance Research Team, she presented original research at the APTA Combined Sections Meeting and the Performing Arts Medicine Association (PAMA) Symposium. She also served as a Peer Advocate with Columbia Sexual Violence Response (SVR), where she supported survivors of gender- and power-based violence. During her final clinical rotation with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, she treated professional dancers, students, musicians, and faculty while contributing to injury prevention screenings and providing onsite care during performances.

Michaela believes that every patient, regardless of their background and experiences, deserves to feel welcome and supported in the clinic. She enjoys working collaboratively with each individual to develop treatment plans that align with their goals, whether that means recovering from an injury, managing pelvic health concerns, or simply moving through life with greater confidence and comfort.