Lela Stemple

Bend South

Lela Stemple PT, DPT, ATC

Bend South Clinic

Originally from Southern Oregon, Lela Stemple, PT, DPT, ATC obtained her undergraduate degree in athletic training and her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Boston University. During her education, she treated Division I athletes from various Boston area schools, including Harvard, and gained experience in high school and pediatric settings. Along with her clinical experiences, her participation on the BU track and cross-country teams helped develop a passion for treating endurance athletes of all ages.

Currently, she enjoys treating various orthopedic conditions and populations, and has a particular interest in treating endurance athletes, pediatric athletes, and foot and ankle pathologies. She is actively pursuing higher certifications in sports physical therapy. Additionally, she enjoys being involved in community health outreach programs and encouraging patients to find a way to enjoy movement.

In her spare time, Lela enjoys volunteer coaching at local schools, collecting as many books as possible, and hiking and running with her husband, William, and their dog, Axl.