Dr. Shepard graduated Magna Cum Laude from Florida Southern College with a Bachelor of Science and subsequently from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery with his medical degree. Board Certified in Family Practice, he is a member of the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine, American Osteopathic Association, Hillsborough County Osteopathic Medical Society and has served as a clinical instructor for Southeastern Osteopathic College of Miami, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and the University of Tampa APRN Program. Dr. Shepard spent four years in St. Louis with a busy Family Practice before moving to Tampa where he opened a Family Practice in Land O' Lakes. Prior to opening Bay Area Injury Rehab Specialists, Dr. Shepard worked as an Emergency Room Physician for University Community Hospital in Tampa for eight years. He has served on the Executive Committee at Centurion Hospital (now UCH) as well as held the position of Vice-Chief of Family Practice. He resides in Tampa with his wife, Debbie, and four children, Lauren, Kyle, Kaitlan and Hunter. He enjoys fishing, sports and spending time with his family.
Michael E. Gomez graduated from the University of Mississippi with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy and a Master of Business Administration from the Appalachian State University. He obtained additional specialized training in rehab protocols for the Shoulder, Knee and Spine in over 25 years of clinical experience. His clinical focus ensures early return of function and pain relief for each of his patients.
Tory was born and raised in Lakeland, Florida. She attended Florida International University and later transferred to the University of Florida where she earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Physical Therapy. She has worked in a variety of settings while living in Texas, New York, and Alabama. She has gained experience with a variety of patient populations including: post surgical, orthopedics, joint replacement, amputees, wound care, aquatic therapy, home health therapy, and stroke victims. She returned to her home state in 2001 at which time she began working for Bay Area Injury Rehab Specialists. She loves working in outpatient and now specializes in treating patients who have been injured in automobile accidents.