Staff Directory

Kendall Biestch

Title:
Physical Therapy Fellow

Kendall Bietsch joined Duke Athletics in 2026 as a Sports Physical Therapy Fellow. In her role, she provides physical therapy services for Duke student-athletes while working alongside the athletic medicine and performance staff to support injury rehabilitation, return to play and performance optimization.

Prior to joining Duke, Bietsch completed a sports physical therapy residency with Texas Health Sports Medicine in collaboration with TCU Athletics. She also gained experience in exercise physiology and strength and conditioning and competed as a collegiate student-athlete.

Originally from Southern California, Bietsch earned bachelor's and master's degrees in exercise and sport sciences from the University of the Pacific before receiving her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Duke in 2024.

Updated September 2026