DRY RIDGE CENTER STAFF


PHYSICAL THERAPISTS

+ 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.


PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

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+ 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!