Smiling person with arms crossed in a gym, standing beside exercise equipment.

Michelle Obergefell, PTA

Michelle Obergefell is a Physical Therapist Assistant at SECO’s Walton location with 10 years of experience, all with SECO. She earned her Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Onondaga Community College and began her career with SECO in Sidney before making the transition to Walton.


Michelle is certified in the McKenzie Method for both the cervical and lumbar spine, an area of treatment she especially enjoys. She likes giving patients practical tools they can use beyond the clinic, focusing on exercises and techniques that don’t always require weights or equipment and can easily become part of everyday life at home.


Michelle’s own experience with physical therapy after a knee injury in high school inspired her to become a PTA. During her recovery, she saw firsthand the difference a caring and dedicated therapist can make. That experience stayed with her and ultimately inspired her to provide that same kind of support and encouragement to her own patients.


After a decade with SECO, Michelle especially values the relationships she has built with her coworkers and being part of a team that supports one another.


Outside of work, Michelle enjoys slowing down with a good book and spending time in her vegetable garden.