+ CHARLEY MEADE PT, DPT, ATC

Clinic Manager

Physical Therapist, Dry Needling Specialist

“I have wanted to have a career in sports medicine since I was 16 years old and was first introduced to the field. To be able to think critically and functionally about a patient’s condition and work WITH the patient to achieve their goals is why I love what I do. I get fulfillment out of each interaction I have with a patient or athlete and attempt to make a positive difference in their lives.”

Work Location:

• Independence
• Dry Ridge

Education:

• Doctorate of Physical Therapy, College of Mount St. Joseph
• BS, Athletic Training, College of Mount St. Joseph

Continuing Education: High School and Collegiate Sports Medicine Conference Advanced Concepts for the Rehabilitation Professional Integrated Rehabilitation of the Lumbar Spine and Pelvis Evidenced-Based Evaluation & Treatment of Common Running Injuries Manual Therapy Assessment & Treatment for the Spine, Ribs, and Pelvis

Memberships:

• American Physical Therapy Association (Orthopaedic Section)
• Kentucky Physical Therapy Association

Personal Interests:

• Sports: UK basketball & the Cincinnati Reds
• Running, biking, and hiking
• Spending time with family and friends

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken? Why?: Our family vacation to Italy when I was a young boy. The cultural experiences and places I saw will stay with me forever.

My bucket list (three things I want to do before I die):

• Complete a Triathalon
• Travel the world- Australia, Alaska, and Europe
• Open a pizza restaurant

If you could trade places for a day with someone, who would it be and why?: I can honestly say that I wouldn’t want to switch places with anyone. I enjoy my life!

+ ZOE LUEBBE PT, DPT, AIB-VRC

Physical Therapist

“Be the reason someone smiles. Be the reason someone feels loved and believes in the goodness in people” – Roy T. Bennett

Work Location:

• Dry Ridge

Education:

• Doctorate of Physical Therapy – Mount St. Joseph University
• B. S. in Biomedical Sciences – Morehead State University

Memberships:

• American Physical Therapy Association
• Ohio Physical Therapy Association

Certifications:

• Vestibular and Concussion Specialist

Community Involvement

• Guest Relations for Cinderella’s Closet
• Mount Saint Joseph Pro Bono Clinic

Personal Interests:

• Collecting sea glass
• Live music
• Plant lover

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken? Why?: National Park tour of Utah for the amazing scenery, wildlife, and peacefulness

My bucket list (three things I want to do before I die):

• See the Northern Lights
• Go on a safari
• Cage dive with Great White sharks

If you could trade places for a day with someone, who would it be and why?: Dolly Parton! Besides being her fabulously sassy self, she has used her platform and resources to drastically improve the lives of residents in her hometown & young readers across the country.

+ EMILY KANDRA PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

“The reason I love this profession so much is seeing people grow and progress so much in the time they are with us. Seeing people get excited to reach a goal, big or small, is so rewarding! I love getting to know all my patients and I hope to make a difference in each of their lives."

Work Location:

• Dry Ridge

Education:

• AS, Physical Therapy Assisting, University of Cincinnati
• BS, Exercise Science, University of Louisville
• Graduate from Saint Henry District High School

Experience/Background:

• A Step Ahead Pediatric Therapy
• Oxford Physical Therapy

Memberships:

• American Physical Therapy Association
• Kentucky Physical Therapy Association

Personal Interests:

• Playing Sand Volleyball
• Boating
• Taking spin classes
• Sports- Cincinnati Bengals and Louisville Cardinals
• Visiting new cities with family and friends

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken? Why?: A cruise around the Bahamas with my closest friends. We went to 4 different islands and enjoyed exploring each one. My favorite part was zip lining through the Puerto Rican rainforest!

My bucket list (three things I want to do before I die):

• Travel to all 50 states
• Do service work with my church in South Africa
• Run a full marathon

If you could trade places for a day with someone, who would it be and why?: Julie Andrews. She is one of my favorite actresses and I love her classiness and the way she presents herself to the world!