Occupational therapist and certified hand therapist Anne Casavant enjoys working with people to help them heal from injuries and get back to living life to the fullest, whether they are returning to work, a hobby, a sport or just simple everyday activities. Anne specializes in the prevention and treatment of injuries to the upper extremities, specifically the hand, wrist and elbow. She takes a hands-on approach to patient care in which she puts a focus on patient education and treating the whole person – addressing both the physical and mental aspects of an injury – to ensure a successful recovery.
Outside of her work, Anne enjoys spending time with her husband and three daughters, as well as baking, fitness activities and being outdoors. She also makes time to volunteer at her daughters’ schools and in the neighborhood.
A former collegiate basketball player, Evan Henry, DPT, knows the benefits of teamwork, which is why he takes a collaborative approach to patient care. With focus areas that include post-operative rehab for the shoulder, hip, knee and ankle; strength and conditioning; and helping athletes return to sport – his goal is to empower patients to take control of their rehab while providing information throughout their journey to help them see the importance of a well-balanced recovery. Evan takes time to understand the bigger picture when it comes to each patient and their goals. His patients can expect frequent communication, reflection on their progress and a holistic approach to supporting the rehab process. When he’s not working, Evan enjoys spending time with family and friends, golfing, watching sports and weightlifting.
Jon Ramos, PTA, ATC/L, became interested in helping people return to an active lifestyle after suffering a severe ankle injury as a high school athlete. Recognizing the impact athletic trainers and physical therapists had on his life and recovery, he felt it was the perfect way to give back in the same way others had given to him. Jon specializes in the rehabilitation of the shoulders and knees, as well as helping athletes return to sport.
When he’s not at the clinic, Jon enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, and attending rodeos and motorsport events.
Robert Klingshirn PT, MHS, was drawn to helping others through physical therapy after serving in the U.S. Navy. He believes the pioneering spirit of America leads many people to value independence, and he aims to foster that in each of his patients. Robert specializes in general orthopedics, including the spine and extremities. When he’s not working, Robert enjoys taking part in nearly any outdoor activity, from hiking and snow skiing to swimming and kayaking. One of his favorite activities is cycling.
Jay D. Slusher, PT, began his career as a biology teacher and coach before pursuing physical therapy in order to combine his love of teaching and his desire to help people within the health care system. A physical therapist with over two decades of experience, his rehabilitation philosophy involves treating the whole patient. Jay specializes in the rehabilitation of the spine as well as the upper and lower kinetic chain. He is certified in neuromuscular and vestibular rehabilitation. When he’s not working, Jay enjoys spending time with his family, playing guitar, cycling and working out.
Mary Kay Bishop, MS, MPT, AT-Ret, was drawn to a career in physical therapy by the science of making athletes faster, stronger and helping them overcome injuries to perform at their highest level. While caring for her parents, she was further inspired to help aging patients stay active and live life to the fullest. Mary Kay specializes in muscle imbalances, orthotics, total joints, and post-operative joint and tendon surgeries involving the knee, hip, ankle and foot, and shoulder. When she’s not working, Mary Kay enjoys spending time with her family, attending her kids’ sporting events, traveling and cooking.
Kenna Brown, OTR, CHT, feels privileged to get to do more than helping someone live by helping them live well. The manager of our Greenwood rehabilitation clinic and an occupational therapist, Kenna specializes in upper extremity rehabilitation. She strives to get her patients back to what they most enjoy – whether that’s making a family dinner, holding a grandchild or returning to the field or court. Outside the office, Kenna enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors and all types of crafts.
Beau Kovach PT, DPT, takes a super-human approach to treating patients through physical therapy. His superpower is empowering others to see what they can do, instead of focusing on what they can’t do. Beau’s treatment specialties include blood flow restriction and trigger point dry needling. He also specializes in helping athletes return to sport, especially those involved in baseball and football, and providing biomechanical movement assessments.
Todd Meller, MS, OTR, CHT, discovered a passion for helping people through rehabilitation while recovering from a surgery of his own. His goal is to help his patients return to their desired level of activity as quickly and efficiently as possible. Todd specializes in rehabilitation from the shoulder to the hand. When he’s not working, Todd enjoys spending time with his family, performing home projects, hiking and fishing.
Starting Monday, October 5th -Travel routes to our Carmel Forté office have been impacted by road closures for the Level Up 31 project. Please add extra travel time for your appointments.
• Closure of the southbound U.S. 31 ramp to 106th Street through late-December
• Closure of eastbound 106th Street at U.S. 31 through late-December
• Closure on the eastbound I-465 ramp to southbound Meridian Street through mid-December
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