The East Texas Leader in Non Invasive Pain Relief and Injury Recovery
Who We Are
Dr. Stephen Ford PT, DPT, FAAOMPT, OCS
Stephen Ford, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT is a Fellowship Trained, Board Certified Doctor of Physical Therapy and the founder of Lonestar Physical Therapy & Sports Performance in Tyler. He provides care for patients ages 12 and older with a guiding philosophy of empowering individuals to achieve “a better tomorrow through better health today.” His practice emphasizes patient-centered care, combining clinical expertise with compassion to help each person move, perform, and live at their best.
Dr. Ford is also deeply committed to education and mentorship. He regularly teaches and mentors students, new graduates, and orthopedic residents, sharing his knowledge in advanced orthopedic manual therapy. His background includes advanced training in strength and conditioning as a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, as well as additional specialization in dry needling, blood flow restriction therapy, headache and concussion management, and golf performance. He remains actively involved in his professional organizations, including the American Physical Therapy Association and the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists.
When he’s not in the clinic, Dr. Ford enjoys time with his wife and children and can often be found on the golf course, where he combines his love for the game with his passion for movement and performance.
Dr. Alex Wilson PT, DPT
Alex Wilson PT, DPT is a Doctor of Physical Therapy at Lonestar Physical Therapy & Sports Performance in Tyler seeing patients 12 and older. His passion for physical therapy began with his own rehabilitation journey following an ACL tear. Experiencing firsthand the impact of skilled, attentive care inspired him to pursue a career dedicated to helping others overcome pain and regain optimal movement. This personal connection continues to guide his philosophy: reducing suffering and empowering individuals to achieve their best physical potential.
Dr. Wilson earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from South College. Before his doctoral studies, he gained valuable leadership and performance training experience as the Personal Training Student Manager at the University of Georgia. In this role, he not only provided individualized training to athletes and peers but also coordinated programming and guided other trainers, blending science-based performance principles with practical application.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Wilson leads an active lifestyle. He enjoys playing soccer, tennis, and disc golf, as well as running and spending time outdoors.
Ayaz Ali, PTA
Ayaz Ali, PTA, is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant at Lonestar PT&SP. He graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelors of Science in Human Nutrition and then completed the Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Tyler Junior College.
With a commitment to better serving the community and promoting a healthier lifestyle, Ayaz is also a Certified Personal Trainer with the National Academy of Sports Medicine Personal Training. He enjoys spending time with his patients in promoting physical activity, managing acute and chronic pain, and reducing fall risks with intensive balance programming.
In his free time, Ayaz enjoys spending time outdoors with his two dogs and traveling with his family and friends to new places.
Riley Borton, PTA
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