We are very proud of the Rehab Team at Encore Rehabilitation-Russellville for recently being named The Franklin Country Times Best of the Best Physical Therapy Clinic in the Tennessee Valley!
Congratulations, Team!
Shown here is the Rehab Team at Encore Rehabilitation – Russellville Gage Brewer, ATC Kay Lockridge, LPTA Angie Wellington, Office Manager Tanner Hawkins, DPT
Please join Encore Rehabilitation-Opelika in welcoming Physical Therapist Mallory Riggs to the staff!
Mallory holds a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Auburn University and a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Emory University. While at Auburn, she was an Auburn Cheerleader.
Mallory has been a Clinician with Encore Rehabilitation for 8 years and has a strong background in general orthopedics and sports medicine rehab. She is experienced in working with a variety of conditions including but not limited to: Orthopedic Rehab Pelvic Health Geriatrics Vestibular Disorders Sports Medicine Women’s Health Orthopedic Pediatrics and other conditions
Mallory and her husband, Mikel, proudly reside in the Auburn-Opelika area with their 2 children. Mikel is a member of the Auburn University Football Staff.
Welcome to the Encore Rehabilitation-Opelila team, Mallory!
Encore Rehabilitation-Opelika 3051 Frederick Road, Suite 4 Opelika, Alabama 36801 334-521-6644
Say hello to Carley Wooten, LPTA, with the rehab team at Encore Rehabilitation-Hamilton!
Carley received her Associate in Applied Science-Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Wallace State Community College. She is also a graduate of Hackleburg High School.
Carley shares, “I chose to become a Physical Therapist Assistant because I love to see the progress each patient makes from start to finish. Being a part of the reason why someone is able to be more functional with day-to-day tasks in a safe and efficient manner is very rewarding, and that is why I love and enjoy what I do!”
We LOVE having Carley on our staff! Thank you for all you do, Carley!
Encore Rehabilitation-Hamilton 1500 Military Street S, Suite 11 Hamilton, Alabama 35570 205-952-9065
Join us in welcoming Heather Holland, Occupational Therapist! She is joining our Rehab Team at Encore Rehabiltiation-Winfield!
Heather is a graduate of Winfield City High School. She received a Bachelors in Education with a major in Kinesiology from the University of Alabama and her Masters in Occupational Therapy from Alabama State University. She has been practicing Occupational Therapy for almost four years and is excited to be back serving in her hometown community!
Heather is married to Shane Holland and has one adorable pup named Duke. In her spare time, she enjoys exercising, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
We are excited to have Heather join us at Encore Rehabilitation-Winfield!
Today’s spotlight is on Jessica Jackson, Clinic Director and Physical Therapist with Encore Rehabilitation-Arab!
Jessica received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from The University of Alabama at Birmingham. She has been a practicing clinician for 9 years and with Encore Rehabilitation for 2 years.
Her caring nature and professionalism is very much appreciated by the staff and patients.
Jessica enjoys hiking, camping, and boating. She also enjoys spending time with her husband and children.
Jessica’s Fun Fact: “I live on a small farm. We have cows, miniature horses, chickens, ducks, and a turkey!”
Jessica is a wonderful part of our family at Encore Rehabilitation-Arab! Come by and meet Jessica and learn how she can help you with all your rehabilitation needs, including movement, strengthening, and balance, as well as recovery from surgery or illness.
“What we love about being Speech-Language Pathologists is the ability to help people across the lifespan, from helping infants in the NICU with feeding, watching children gain a voice with augmentative alternative communication devices, to assisting people regain the ability to speak and swallow following brain injuries or strokes. It is very rewarding knowing that what we do is making a difference in the lives of our patients and their families.” ~ Encore Rehabilitation Speech Therapy Team at USA Health Children’s and Women’s Hospital
Thank you for providing outstanding healthcare and truly making a difference! Happy Better Hearing and Speech Month!
Shown here are: Top Row L-R: Bethany Jones, Kayla Powell, Clarissa Pauli Bottom Row L-R: Rachel Schneider, Ashley Terrell, Mary Helen Adams
Hazel is one of our wonderful Pediatric Speech Language Pathologists at Ocean Springs Pediatric Rehab.
She says, “This year marks TWENTY years with Encore Rehab. I asked my kiddos why they like coming to speech or how I help them. THIS is why I love my job! I just love their responses!”
Some of the children’s comments include:
“We love Miss Hazy so much. I make Miss Hazy laugh. We laugh a lot at each other.”
“I come to therapy for speech. Doing speech and talking.”
“You help me with my words and sounds every day.”
“Pop-up Pirate!”
“Because I love to come see you. Can we play Catch the Fox?”
“Cuz I missed you and we do work. We wanna play cards together to match and that’s it.”
“I not know.”
“You always making me say my words. Help me get my words together. Every time I fixin to go, you always give me candy.”
“You my friend. I like you, and your bun in your hair. Help me with flash cards, can do matching, and a lot of stuff.”
“Miss Hazel room! I love you! Play dollhouses?”
Thank you for everything you do, Hazel! We appreciate your dedication to improving the lives of the kids and families in your care.
Say hello to Maryann Bearman, Patient of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Enterprise!
Ms. Bearman made wonderful progress with her rehab! She has an excellent attitude, kept all her appointments and completed her home exercises faithfully! She has been a pleasure to treat and we are proud to select her as our Patient of the Month!
Thank you for choosing Encore, Ms. Bearman!
Ms. Bearman is shown here with Encore Physical Therapist Assistant Holiday Rigdon
Gay, one of our wonderful Pediatric Speech Language Pathologists, tells us why she loves her job!
“I love being a Speech-Language Pathologist for the diversity our profession provides. I love being able to work in both the pediatric and geriatric populations with issues from feeding difficulties; language and articulation delays; use of AAC devices for pragmatic and social skills, as well as swallowing issues following strokes or other neurological issues, memory, and cognitive-linguistic tasks. Each patient we work with brings challenges, yet, when we work together with the patient and family, we can provide the best means for communication to swallow safely to meet their needs. I am blessed to be a part of this profession and a part of our team of SLPs.” ~ Gay
Thank you for everything you do, Gay! We are glad to have you in the Encore Rehab family!
“As a U.S. Military Veteran, I have undergone many surgeries and have received countless hours of physical therapy over the years due to numerous injuries suffered while serving in the U.S. Military. I was a patient of Encore Rehabilitation-Dothan from March 2020 to April 2021 due to having three major surgeries in a row. On my first visit to Encore, I knew that I was in the right place. I was made to feel very comfortable and I could see that I was in a “World Class Facility.” I quickly learned that there was a “World Class” team of professionals working here. The facility and the rehab team coupled together form a “World Class” organization. It is by far the best physical therapy organization that I have ever seen. They actually make physical therapy fun. I would greatly recommend Encore to anyone. On a scale from 1 to 10, I give them a 15.” ~ Wayne Seymour, a very happy patient
We are very proud of your progress, Mr. Seymour, and we are proud to be your choice for Physical Therapy Services! Thank you for choosing Encore!