Dr. Kimberly Batchelor, PT, DPT

Kimberly Batchelor specializes in restoring complex movement patterns through a combination of manual therapy and individualized programming, focusing on empowering athletes to take an active role in their long-term recovery and performance.

Kimberly brings extensive experience practicing physical therapy in the outpatient orthopedic setting, helping patients return to the activities they love. She has spent the majority of her career treating orthopedic and sports-related injuries, with a strong focus on restoring movement, improving performance, and preventing future injury. Kimberly earned her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from James Madison University and her Doctor of Physical Therapy from SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. She values the physical therapy profession’s commitment to lifelong learning and continually seeks opportunities to grow as a clinician while staying current with evidence-based treatment approaches.

Kimberly encourages patients to take an active role in their rehabilitation so they better understand their injuries and how to maintain long-term function. Her treatment philosophy combines hands-on manual therapy with individualized exercise programs designed to restore proper movement patterns and help patients reach their personal goals. Kimberly is deeply inspired by the resilience and motivation athletes demonstrate while returning to their sports—a drive she understands firsthand as a dedicated runner. She ran track in high school, but her love of distance running began in 2012 when she trained for her first half marathon. Since then, she has completed two full marathons, over a dozen half marathons, and continues to train with Triangle Run Smart Training. Her personal experience with training and racing gives her valuable insight into the needs of runners and active individuals working to stay healthy and perform at their best.

Kimberly was drawn to The Running PTs because of the clinic’s unique focus on individualized care and the ability to work one-on-one with patients. She values the attention and time that each patient receives and enjoys helping runners and active individuals return to the activities that keep them moving.

Originally from Upstate New York, Kimberly moved to Northern Virginia after graduate school where she met her husband, John. They relocated to the Raleigh area in 2014 and now enjoy raising their two boys while staying active in the local community.

“I highly recommend The Running PTs. The entire staff is professional, punctual, and the office is exceptionally clean and well organized. I’m always greeted by name when I arrive, which creates a welcoming and friendly environment. My physical therapist, Dr. Kimberly Batchelor, conducted a thorough evaluation during my initial visit, assessing my posture, gait, balance, and overall strength to develop a personalized treatment plan to aid in my recovery from knee surgery. In each subsequent session, she focuses entirely on me—carefully guiding every exercise to ensure proper form and maximum benefit. Her expertise, attention to detail, compassion, and empathy make every visit both effective and encouraging. The Running PTs shows professionalism, expertise, and genuine care for their patients. I am grateful for the outstanding care I’ve received from Dr. Batchelor and the entire team.”

BARBARA G.