+ DARRIN RAKESTRAW PT

Physical Therapist

"Well done is better than well said" - Benjamin Franklin

Work Location:

• West Chester

Education:

• Bachelors of Science of Physical Therapy- Finch University of Health Science/The Chicago Medical School
• Bachelors of Science, Athletic Training Sequence- Illinois State University

Experience/Background:

• Owner/Director of Onsite Transitional Work Services, Innovative Therapy Solutions, Inc.
• Director of Onsite PT, Workers Choice Health Services, Inc
• Staff Therapist, US Healthworks, Inc.
• Transitional WorkGrants Program, Bureau of Workers Compensation
• Comprehensive and Work-site FCE’s
• Ergonomic Evaluations

Continuing Education:

• Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization (ASTM), Performance Dynamics
• McKenzie Spine Evaluation and Treatment (A), McKenzie Spine Institute
• Neural Tension, Performance Dynamics

Additional Certifications:

• Athletic Training Certified, 1991-1997

Personal Interests:

• Family time (biking, hiking, boating)
• Travel and exploring new places
• Sports – team and individual

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken? Why?: Taking my family to Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons- Seeing the beauty and sharing the discovery with my family was priceless.

My bucket list (three things I want to do before I die): My bucket list- big game hunting in Montana, kayaking Turks & Caicos with my daughter, golfing Pinehurst with my boys

If you could trade places for a day with someone, who would it be and why?: An astronaut, to actually travel into space.

+ KELSEY HERBERT PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

“In a world where you can be anything, be kind.”

Work Location:

• Montgomery
• West Chester

Education and Training:

• Doctorate of Physical Therapy Mount St. Joseph University, 2024 * Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science Gannon University, 2019

Previous Experience:

• Clinical experiences in outpatient, home health, pediatric and inpatient settings
• Iron Core Adaptive Sports

Personal Interests:

• Basketball
• Cincinnati Bengals & University of Kentucky Basketball
• Spending time with my dog, family and friends
• Being at the Lake

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken and why?: Anacapri, Italy because of the hiking we did, the food we ate, swimming in the Mediterranean Sea

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

• Visit Greece
• Attend a UK vs. Louisville basketball game
• Go to a concert at Red Rocks Amphitheater

If you could trade places for a day with someone, who would it be and why?: If I could trade places for a day with someone, it would be Zendaya because she is talented, kind, and does a lot of charity work

+ BARBIE VIEIRA PTA, ATC

Physical Therapist Assistant, Assistant Manager

"It's not whether you get knocked down it's whether you get back up.”- Vince Lombardi

Work Location:

• West Chester

Education:

• Bachelor of Science-Athletic Training, Ohio Northern University
• Associates of Physical Therap Assistant, Kent State University

Experience/Background:

• Sports Therapy Inc.
• Cincinnati public football
• Wellington Orthopedics
• Abilities First
• ONU clinical sport coverage

Continuing Education:

• Spinal Movement and Breathing Assessment Community Involvement:
• West Chester and Liberty Community Foundation: H.S. sports commitee
• West Chester presbyterian church-community supper

Personal Interests:

• Travel, Watching/Playing Sports, Outdoor Activities
• Green Bay Packers
• Crafts

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken? Why?: Taking vacations to our cabin or the beach with family and exploring.

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

• Disney Cruise with Family
• Live life to the fullest
• Watch my children grow

If you could trade places for a day with someone, who would it be and why?: I would have traded places with Princess Diana because she was a great humanitarian.

+ ROCHE CROY PTA, ATC

Physical Therapist Assistant, Director of Industrial Rehab

"The man on the top of the mountain didn't fall there!-Vince Lombardi.”

Work Location:

• West Chester

Education:

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant, Kent State University
• Licensed & Certified Athletic Trainer, Marshall University

Additional Certifications:

• Certified Work Capacity Evaluator
• Certified American Red Cross Instructor

Personal Interests:

• Sports Fanatic
• 9 year High School Football Coach
• watching my boys play sports

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken? Why?: Disney Cruise. It was an amazing time with my 3 boys and the food was incredible.

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

• Vacation in Paris
• Play golf at Pebble Beach
• Experience a Final 4 with all of my boys

If you could trade places for a day with someone, who would it be and why?: Paul Stanley of Kiss- I would love to experience singing on stage in front of thousands of crazy fans!

+ STEVE FINK PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

"I have worked in sports medicine and outpatient orthopaedics since 1996, with the last five years as a PTA. It is very rewarding to make a positive difference in a patient's life and get them back to their prior activity levels."

Work Location:

• Hamilton
• West Chester

Education:

• Associates of Applied Science, Physical Therapy Assisting,Gateway Community College
• BS, Physical Education, Northern Arizona University

Experience/Background:

• Physiotherapy Associations – Peoria, AZ
• Head Athletic Trainer – Centennial HS
• Head Athletic Trainer – Westview High School
• John C. Lincoln Health Network

Continuing Education:

• Clinical Examination & Manual Therapy of the Upper Cervical Spine
• Mechanics of the Lower Kinetic Chain
• Foot & Ankle Biomechanics: Clinical Applications & Problem Solving

Memberships:

• National Athletic Trainers Association

Personal Interests:

• Spending time with family & friends
• Football
• Traveling
• Outdoor Activities

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken? Why?: Hawaii beacuse my wife and I were married on Maui and the islands are truly amazing!