Staff Specialties


Staff Specialties

Grand Blanc Neurological and Specialty Rehab Clinic
(Holly Rd)

Phone (810) 603-8300 Fax (810) 603-8305

Matt Schroeder Matt Schroeder, MS, PT, MTC, CSCS, STAR certified Oncology Rehab
  • Director—Ascension Genesys Ambulatory Physical Therapy
  • M.S. degree in Physical Therapy from Central Michigan University
  • B.S. degree in Exercise Physiology from Central Michigan University
  • Orthopedic Manual Therapist certification from University of St. Augustine
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist from NSCA
  • Orthopedic taping techniques
  • Specialization in management of the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex, the sacroiliac region, lumbar, thoracic, and cervical spine, subcranial region, and rib dysfunctions. Interests also include general orthopedics, foot and ankle, orthopedic taping techniques, oncology rehab, and vestibular rehabilitation.
  • 12 years of clinical experience

Reeba Varghese Reeba Varghese, DPT, LSVT certified
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from University of Michigan—Flint
  • Certified in LSVT BIG for specialty Parkinson’s disease management
  • Specialized training in management of pelvic floor dysfunction and bladder incontinence.
  • Clinical interests include Parkinson’s disease, pelvic floor dysfunction management, perinatal rehabilitation, spine and pelvic dysfunction rehabilitation, general orthopedics.
  • 8 years of clinical experience

Leah Flynn Leah Flynn, DPT, CBIS, LSVT Certified, STAR certified Oncology Rehab
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Grand Valley State University
  • Certified Brain Injury Specialist
  • Certified in LSVT BIG for specialty Parkinson’s disease management
  • 5 years of clinical experience in neurological rehabilitation
  • Specializes in management of neurological conditions including stroke, traumatic brain injury, brain tumor, spinal cord lesions, etc, progressive neurological disorders including Parkinson’s and others, oncology rehab, and vestibular dysfunction.
  • Training in NDT, motor control/motor learning, neuromuscular re-education, muscle energy, and specific management of the hemiplegic patient.

Emily Morgan Emily Morgan, MS, OTR/L, LSVT Certified, PWR Certified, STAR certified Oncology Rehab
  • Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Western Michigan University
  • Bachelors degree in Biology and Psychology from Hope College
  • Certified in LSVT BIG for specialty Parkinson’s disease management
  • Certified in Parkinson’s Wellness and Recovery approach
  • 8 years clinical experience
  • Experience primarily in outpatient rehabilitation including stroke, brain injury, Parkinson’s, pediatrics, and hand injuries/disorders
  • Training in NDT, motor control/motor learning, neuromuscular re-education, muscle energy, specific management of the hemiplegic upper extremity, and oncology rehab

Andrae Dixon Andrae Dixon, OTR/L, LSVT certified, STAR certified Oncology Rehab
  • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Certified in LSVT BIG for specialty Parkinson’s disease management
  • Experience in outpatient orthopedic hand and upper extremity care, neurological rehabilitation, and work hardening/return to work programs. Also interested in oncology rehab.

Laura Veverke Laura Veverke, MA, SLP, LSVT certified, STAR certified Oncology Rehab
  • Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology
  • LSVT Loud certified for management of Parkinson’s related speech dysfunction.
  • Experience in acute care, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation including stroke, brain injury, neurological progressive diseases, swallow dysfunction, oncology rehab, and pediatric speech therapy
  • 20 years clinical experience

Johnisha Taylor Johnisha Taylor, MA, SLP
  • Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology from Western Michigan University
  • Experience in acute care, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation including stroke, brain injury, neurological progressive diseases, swallow dysfunction, oncology rehab, and pediatric speech therapy
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
  • 3 years clinical experience

Tina Shriner, PTA
Tina Shriner
Josh Hanson, PTA
Josh Hanson


Burton Facility

Phone (810) 743-1611 Fax (810) 743-2930

Matt Austin Matt Austin, MS, PT, OCS, MTC
  • M.S. degree in Physical Therapy from Central Michigan University
  • B.A. degree in Education from Michigan State University
  • Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist—APTA
  • Orthopedic Manual Therapist certification from University of St. Augustine
  • Specialization in management of orthopedic complaints involving the extremities, sacroiliac region, lumbar, thoracic, and cervical spine, and the subcranial region.
  • 14 years of clinical experience

Mehgan Krick Mehgan Krick, DPT, STAR certified Oncology Rehab
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from University of Michigan—Flint
  • 2 years of clinical experience as a PT
  • Several years of experience as a PTA prior to completing PT school.
  • Focus in the areas of manual therapy, orthopedics, management of the spine and pelvis, and oncology rehab.

Rissa Chipeco Rissa Chipeco, PT, STAR certified Oncology Rehab
  • B.S. degree in Physical Therapy from University of Santo Tomas—Manila, Philippines
  • 13 years of clinical experience
  • Experienced in providing orthopedic, neurological, and vestibular physical therapy in a wide variety of settings and locales.
  • Clinical interests include orthopedics, neurological rehab, management of back and neck pain, and oncology rehab.

Scott Yaklin, PTA
Scott Yaklin
Jennifer McMahon, PTA
Jennifer McMahon
Laurie Hanewall, PTA
Laurie Hanewall

Heather Kuczynski, PTA
Heather Kuczynski
Kathy Nelson, PTA
Kathy Nelson


Grand Blanc Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Facility
(Health Park Blvd)

Phone (810) 953-0095 Fax (810) 579-0916

Paul Czarnecki Paul Czarnecki, MS, PT
  • M.S. degree in Physical Therapy from University of Michigan-Flint
  • B.A. degree in Health and Exercise Science from University of Michigan-Flint
  • Specialized in post-surgical rehabilitation, general orthopedics, and sports medicine
  • Clinical interests in rehabilitation of the knee and shoulder.
  • 20 years of clinical experience

Deborah Smith Deborah Smith, PT
  • M.S. degree in Physical Therapy from University of Indianapolis
  • B.S. degree in Physical Therapy from Oakland University
  • Manual Therapist—training in eclectic background of manual therapy
  • Orthopedic taping techniques/ Kinesiotaping
  • Clinical interests include the use of myofascial and manual techniques for the management of spine pain. She is also interested in general orthopedics and post-surgical rehabilitation.
  • 24 years of clinical experience

Kristen Kurzeja Kristen Kurzeja, MPT
  • Masters degree in Physical Therapy from Oakland University
  • B.S. degree in Health Science from Oakland University
  • Training in manual therapy techniques including myofascial techinques
  • Orthopedic taping techniques/ Kinesiotaping
  • Clinical interests include the use of myofascial and manual techniques for the management of spine pain. She is also interested in general orthopedics and post-surgical rehabilitation.
  • 10 years of clinical experience

Brad Bond Brad Bond, DPT
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from University of Michigan-Flint
  • B.S. degree in Health Sciences from Adrian College
  • Training in manual therapy techniques
  • Specialization in management of spine pain and dysfunction
  • Clinical interest primarily in Sports Medicine and orthopedic complaints in the competitive athlete.
  • 8 years of clinical experience

Tim Sexton, PTA
Tim Sexton
Susannah Byrd, PTA
Susannah Byrd
Allison Smith, PTA
Allison Smith

Amy Freeney, PTA
Amy Freeney
Jamie Hooker, PTA
Jamie Hooker


Flint Facility

Phone (810) 733-8222 Fax (810) 733-8863

Adrea Gardner Adrea Gardner, DPT, STAR certified Oncology Rehab
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from University of Michigan—Flint
  • Completed PIPT mentorship in the areas of manual therapy, orthopedics, and management of the spine and pelvis.
  • Clinical interests include outpatient orthopedics, sports medicine, and oncology rehabilitation.

Jason Burns Jason Burns, DPT, STAR certified Oncology Rehab
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Midwestern University
  • Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Ferris State University
  • Completed PIPT mentorship in the areas of manual therapy, orthopedics, and management of the spine and pelvis.
  • Clinical interests include rehab post orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, general orthopedics, and oncology rehab.

Lisa Riley Lisa Riley, OTR, LLCC, STAR certified Oncology Rehab
  • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Baker College
  • Experience in inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation including stroke, brain injury, lymphedema management, and hand rehab.
  • Certified Lymphedema Therapist, coursework and training in NDT, motor control/motor learning, positional release, trigger point release, muscle energy techniques, specialty hand rehab.
  • Clinical interests include oncology rehab, lymphedema management, specialized hand rehab, and neurological rehabilitation including CVA and TBI.
  • 15 years clinical experience

Kelly Meyers, PTA
Kelly Meyers
Larry Lutze, PTA
Larry Lutze


Mt. Morris Facility

Phone (810) 564-2555 Fax (810) 564-2560

John Storrer John Storrer, PT, OMPT, STAR certified Oncology Rehab
  • Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy from University of Michigan—Flint
  • Post-professional certification in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy from Oakland University
  • Clinical interests in managing complaints of the sacroiliac region, lumbar, thoracic, and cervical spine, subcranial region, general orthopedics, oncology rehab, and vestibular rehabilitation.
  • 28 years of clinical experience

Dawn Montle, PTA
Dawn Montle
Karen Aagesen, PTA
Karen Aagesen


Fenton Facility

Phone (810) 750-5444 Fax (810) 750-5440

Lorna Hendricks Lorna Hendricks, PT, MTC, STAR certified Oncology Rehab
  • Bachelors of Science degree in Physiotherapy from University of Capetown, South Africa
  • Orthopedic Manual Therapist certification from University of St. Augustine
  • Orthopedic taping techniques/ Kinesiotaping
  • Clinical interests include management of pelvic/sacroiliac dysfunction, lumbar, thoracic, and cervical spine dysfunction, subcranial dysfunction, perinatal rehabilitation, general orthopedics, kinesiotaping, oncology rehab, and managing benign positional vertigo.
  • 28 years of clinical experience

Jaclynn Friend, PTA
Jaclynn Friend
Lori Heyman, PTA
Lori Heyman


Lapeer Facility

Phone (810) 245-8290 Fax (810) 245-6929

Tracey Woycik Tracey Woycik, MS, PT, STAR certified Oncology Rehab
  • Masters degree in Physical Therapy from University of Michigan—Flint
  • Bachelors degree in Health Science from University of Michigan—Flint
  • Specialized training in management of pelvic floor dysfunction and bowel and bladder incontinence.
  • Extensive training in manual therapy and myofascial techniques through University of St. Augustine.
  • Orthopedic taping techniques/ Kinesiotaping
  • Clinical interests include oncology rehab, pelvic floor dysfunction and incontinence, management of dysfunctions of the spine and pelvis, general orthopedics, sports medicine, kinesiotaping and vestibular rehabilitation.
  • 12 years of clinical experience

Sherry Ochadleus, PTA
Sherry Ochadleus