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.

With a heart for service and a love for working directly with patients, Sue Lewis, OTR, CHT, found herself drawn to a career in occupational therapy. As the occupational therapy team lead, Sue strives to provide an encouraging and motivational environment where patients feel supported and involved in the process of achieving their goals. She specializes in the rehabilitation of the elbow, wrist and hand, as well as helping athletes return to sport. When Sue isn’t working, she enjoys outdoor activities, such as golfing, hiking, biking and traveling.

Scott Hamersly, PT, ATC, CSC, has devoted 30 years to serving patients at Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics. As the director of rehabilitation services, he takes pride in Forté’s ability to offer a level of service that’s unmatched in Central Indiana and across the Midwest. Scott’s focus areas include the knee and the shoulder, with an emphasis on post-surgical care and a return to an active lifestyle. In his free time, Scott enjoys staying active with competitions and workouts that include weightlifting, cycling, running and Cross-Fit. You’ll also find him taking part in outdoor activities, such as wakeboarding, wake surfing, paddle boarding and snow skiing. Scott and Beverly, his wife of more than 25 years, are enjoying empty nest life and traveling to visit their three kids.

Sarah Kersey, PTA, always knew she wanted a career helping people. That dream began to take shape during her sixth-grade year. Her father suffered a stroke, and his rehabilitation journey inspired Sarah to pursue physical therapy. As a physical therapy assistant, Sarah specializes in the rehabilitation of the foot and ankle, hip, knee, and shoulder, as well as helping athletes return to sport. She is trained in the Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) technique.

Outside the clinic, Sarah enjoys baking, traveling, and outdoor sports and activities, such as running and playing tennis. She also loves spending time with family and friends.

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All Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics offices will be closed on Friday, July 4th for the holiday.

Our Carmel Forté Fast Orthopedic urgent care clinic will be closed on Saturday, July 5th.

Our Tipton office will be closed Monday, July 7th.

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