Bart is a co-owner of ELITE Physical Therapy. He has been in private practice in Alexandria since graduating from LSU Medical Center in New Orleans in 1985. He is extensively trained in manual physical therapy techniques of the spine and extremities. He received his Doctorate Degree (DPT) through the EIM Executive Management Program in 2010. He is a certified ASTYM provider and certified in Trigger Point Dry Needling.

Bart and his wife, Sissy, are raising 2 daughters, Madeline and Margaret, here in Alexandria. He is an avid golfer and runner, having completed 18 marathons. A member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Bart is also involved in the Private Practice Section, the Orthopedic Section, the Sports Physical Therapy Section, and the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association. He is a clinical instructor for several institutions including, LSU, St. Augustine University, and Louisiana College.

Bart has served his community and church in various capacities over the years including the Board of Commissioners of the England Economic and Industrial Development District (England Authority) through the appointment by the City of Alexandria.

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Don has been a licensed, practicing Physical Therapist with ELITE since July 2000. He and Bart are grateful for the community support of Elite Physical Therapy, a physical therapists' owned practice.

Don is the only physical therapists in Alexandria/Pineville to have earned a Board Certification in Orthopedic Physical Therapy (OCS) by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. Don specializes in the evaluation of the foot and ankle, manual therapy skills of the spine and extremities, he possesses Level 1 and 2 certifications in Trigger Point Dry Needling through Kinetacore and is an ASTYM provider.

Don served in a governor appointed positioned on the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board from September, 2014-September 2017, serving as Chairman in 2017. Don earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Benedictine College, where he was a four year letterman in basketball. He earned his Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy in May of 2000 from University of St. Augustine and his Doctorate degree from Evidence in Motion in 2012. 

Since 2000, Don has been a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and Louisiana Physical Therapy Association, where he is involved in the Private Practice and Orthopedic Sections. He serves as a clinical instructor for several institutions including, LSU, St. Augustine University and Louisiana College.

Don is an accomplished athlete and weekend warrior. He has hiked 52 Tunnels in Southern Dolomites, The Grand Canyon, traversed the Rockies, completed 9 Ironman triathlons, and numerous marathons. Don, his wife Elizabeth and son Connor enjoy fitness, adventure, travel and the great outdoors.

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A Pineville native, Julia has been a practicing physical therapist since 2006. Julia graduated with a BS in Biology from Louisiana College in 2004 where she was a starting soccer player for four years. She received her Masters in Physical Therapy in 2006 and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2009, both from Louisiana State University Health Science Center in Shreveport.

Julia’s primary focus has been on Neuro-Development Treatment (NDT) for adults and pediatrics, gait and kinesiotaping. Her hands-on experience also includes inpatient and acute care orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation.

Julia and her husband Dwain are proud parents of three beautiful children.

Abby is a Louisiana native, born and raised in West Monroe. Abby received her Bachelors Degree from Louisiana Tech University in 2010 and Doctorate of Physical Therapy from LSU Health Sciences Center in Shreveport in 2013. 

Abby enjoys working with outpatient orthopedic conditions. She is currently pursuing her certification in Pilates through Balanced Body. She plans to be certified in both mat and reformer levels by end of 2020. Abby has been Trigger Point Dry Needling certified through Kinetacore since 2015. She also enjoys working with students and is a certified clinical instructor for both physical therapy and physical therapy assistant students.

Abby is married to her husband Stephan, who is also a physical therapist. They have a 2-year-old son, James, and are expecting their second son, Mason, in May 2020.  She enjoys spending time with her family, being at the camp and cooking her favorite meals. 

Marcus was born and raised in Pineville. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from Louisiana College in 2016. In May 2019, Marcus graduated from the University LSU Health Sciences in Shreveport, LA with a Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy.
 
Marcus resides in Pineville and enjoys playing golf, spending time with family and friends, and watching sports of all kinds. 

Brandi graduated from Louisiana College in 2005 with a degree in Athletic Training. After working with Rehabilitation Specialists (now ELITE Physical Therapy) for a number of years, she decided to return to school at Bossier Parish Community College, receiving her physical therapist assistant (PTA) degree in 2007. Brandi has extensive experience with orthopedic conditions, particularly post-operative care.

Brandi and husband Eric are the proud parents of their two boys Liam and Eli. 

Carol graduated from Northwestern State University in 1984. She was a Clinical Research Associate at UTMB in Galveston, TX and LSUMC in New Orleans handling Phase III drug studies. When her two daughters were born, she decided to pursue the fun and demands of a stay at home mom.
 
In 2009, Carol enrolled in Louisiana College's Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) program. Upon receiving her PTA license in 2011, Carol joined the team at ELITE Physical Therapy. In September of 2019, Carol completed the Gray Institute for Functional Transformations Fellowship and became a Fellow of Applied Functional Science™ (FAFS). Applied Functional Science is basically the effects that gravity, ground reaction forces, mass, and momentum have on your patient. FAFS allows Carol to become a much more efficient and effective practitioner, especially in the areas of assessment, training and conditioning, rehabilitation, and injury prevention. She also has extensive experience in post-operative care and orthopedics. Carol and her wonderful husband, Kevin Vercher, enjoy life with their 5 adult children.

Jayme was born in Alexandria and is a lifelong resident of the area. She graduated from Northwestern State University in December 2012 with a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Exercise Science. 
 
After working with Elite Physical Therapy as a physical therapy tech, Jayme made the decision to return to Louisiana College, enrolling in the Physical Therapy Assistant Program. She graduated from this program in August 2015. The ELITE Team was very excited to welcome Jayme back to the clinic as a Physical Therapy Assistant. In September of 2019, Jayme completed the Gray Institute for Functional Transformations Fellowship and became a Fellow of Applied Functional Science™ (FAFS). Applied Functional Science is basically the effects that gravity, ground reaction forces, mass, and momentum have on your patient. FAFS allows Jayme to become a much more efficient and effective practitioner, especially in the areas of assessment, training and conditioning, rehabilitation, and injury prevention. She is enthusiastic in helping patients return to their pre-surgical or pre-injury health.

Jayme lives in Lecompte with her husband Dutch, daughter, Eloise and son, Wesley. Jayme enjoys running, hunting, and spending time with her family.

Bruce is the owner of Injury Management Services, LLC, the sister company to Rehabilitation Specialists. Bruce is highly trained in the industrial and work-related applications of occupational therapy. He provides consulting services to various industries, including work site evaluation, job description preparation, pre-work screens, FCE’s, and specializes clinically in treatment of the elbow, wrist and hand.

Bruce lives in Alexandria, LA with his wife, Lee and their children, Cole, Brooks and Mary. He is very involved with youth soccer and his church.