Mason Wakefield – Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Dothan

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A big shout-out to Mason Wakefield, Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Dothan!

Mason is a Senior at Northview High School where he plays Football(#11) and has been Captain for the team for 2 years. He also played 2 years on the Varsity Baseball Team. After graduation, Mason plans to attend Auburn University and study Pre-Med.

In his free time, Mason enjoys disc golf, football, and outdoor activities. He is the son of Sandi and Greg Wakefield.

Congratulations, Mason and we wish you the best!

Clinic Director Dawn O’Keefe- Encore Rehabilitation-Beaumont

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Meet Dawn O’Keefe, PT, DPT, ATC, Cert. DN, Clinic Director at Encore Rehabilitation-Beaumont! Dawn has been a clinician in the Hattiesburg area for 26 years and with Encore Rehabilitation for 17 years. Dawn’s expertise is in providing quality one-on-one care for each of her patients.

Dawn holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Biology from the University of Southern Mississippi. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from Louisiana State University Medical Center-New Orleans and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Mississippi Medical Center. In addition to being a Physical Therapist, Dawn is also a Certified Athletic Trainer. Most recently she has obtained her Dry Needling Certification.

Dawn and her husband, Matt have two daughters, Jordan and Lauren. In her free time, Dawn likes to exercise and run. She has participated with the same girls running group since 1997. Dawn has completed several half marathons and triathlons as well as one marathon. She is a native of Metairie, Louisiana.

At Encore Rehabilitation, we LOVE to see you move!

“I would recommend Encore to anybody!”

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Adele Wallace of Calera was having back pain, so much so that her back “locked up”!

Her doctor referred her to Encore Rehabilitation-Columbiana and after one month, this is what Adele has to say:

“Currently I have no more back pain and I have resumed all of my regular activities. I have been to Encore before and had good results. I would recommend Encore to anybody!”

Thank you, Adele, for choosing Encore Rehabilitation! We LOVE to see you move!

Posture Party at Encore Rehabilitation-Leakesville

Peyton Rounsaville, 2017 Greene County DYW Winner, joins Clinic Director Hope Backstrom for the Posture Party with Dariyel Johnson, Paris Pierce, and McKay Lee Bray.

Encore Rehabilitation-Leakesville enjoyed hosting the Greene County Distinguished Young Women Posture Party with the Ladies Variety Club of Greene County.

Clinic Director Hope Backstrom, PT, has instructed the Greene County Distinguished Young Women (DYW) participants for 20 years. The Posture Party helps prepare young women for their on-stage presence, as well as the fitness and self-expression categories. Hope also teaches the young ladies about how posture can impact lifelong health and wellness. 2017 Greene County DYW Winner Peyton Rounsaville was also on hand for the Posture Party. This year’s participants included Dariyel Johnson, Paris Pierce, and McKay Lee Bray.

Encore Rehabilitation, Inc. is proud to be a National Sponsor of the Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program.

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Distinguished Young Women is a national scholarship program that combines the chance to win college scholarships with a program that offers Life Skills training to prepare young women for the world after high school. Each year DYW makes over $1.5 billion dollars in scholarships available. The Life Skills Program includes workshops and online resources where participants can learn skills like interviewing, public speaking, self-confidence building and much more.

Best of success to this year’s participants!

Justin Byrd, DPT, ATC, new Clinic Director at Encore Rehabilitation-Priceville

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Welcome to our new Clinic Director, Justin Byrd, DPT, ATC, Cert. DN!

Justin has been a part of Encore Rehabilitation for two and a half years as a Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer.

Justin received his Clinicial Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Alabama State University and a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from The University of Alabama. While attending UA, he worked with the softball, gymnastic, and football teams. Justin is certified in Dry Needling and is currently pursuing his certification in Spinal Manipulation from the Spinal Manipulation Institute. He will soon earn his Diploma in Osteopractic.

Justin combines his knowledge of the human body with a strong sense of compassion and understanding to develop personal, individualized, patient-centered care for treating a variety of orthopedic and sport-related injuries/impairments. He focuses on hands-on manual therapy that consist of manipulation, mobilization, and dry needling. He desires to help all his patients regain complete functional movement and mobility, especially individuals suffering from back pain, neck pain, tension headaches, and cervicogenic headaches.

Justin is married to Kristie Hutchison Byrd, a native of Priceville. Kristie also works for Encore Rehabilitation as an Occupational Therapist. They are the proud parents of Olivia Kate (Livy).

Congratulations, Justin!

Kanasta Daniel- Athlete of the Month for Vinemont High School and Encore Rehabilitation Cullman

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Congratulations to Kanasta Daniel for being selected as the Athlete of the Month for Vinemont High School and Encore Rehabilitation – Cullman!

Kanasta is a Sophomore and plays multiple sports for the Eagles: Basketball, Softball, and Track. She has also served as a Football Manager. After graduation, Kanasta plans to pursue a degree in Aerospace Engineering at Michigan University. She is the daughter of Waylon and Channah Daniel.

Way to go, Kanasta!

Meet the Encore Rehabilitation Human Resources Department!

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Encore Rehabilitation, Inc. is proud of our Human Resources Department for the support they give our employees. From new hires to seasoned employees, Jennie, Amanda, and Mack are always available to answer questions and treat each employee with respect. They provide assistance with benefits, family medical leave, and more. We are thankful to have a GREAT HR Department!

Mack Haraway – Human Resources Generalist (seated above)
Mack graduated from the University of Alabama in 2015 with a major in Human Resources Management. He has been with Encore for 2 years.

Amanda Stone – Human Resources Assistant (left back row)
Amanda graduated from Troy University in 2009 with a degree in Sports & Fitness Management with Health Promotion & Exercise Science concentrations. She has been with Encore 9 years. She is married with 2 sons and a daughter.

Jennie Foote – Director of Human Resources (right back row)
Jennie graduated from Athens State University in 1999 with a double major in Human Resources Management and Business Management. She has been with Encore for 8 years. She is married with one daughter.

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Kenya McQuirter-Gatorade Volleyball Player of the Year for Alabama

Congratulations to Kenya McQuirter of McGill-Toolen Catholic High School for being named Gatorade Player of the Year in Alabama in Volleyball!

Kenya has 516 kills, 292 digs, 89 blocks and 58 service aces. She is a Junior at McGill-Toolen where she maintains a 3.75 GPA. The the school’s Ambassador Program, Kenya has volunteered with youth volleyball camps and Ronald McDonald House Charities.

Kenya is fifth Gatorade Volleyball Player of the year to be selected from McGill-Toolen.

To read more about Kenya, visit #GatoradePOY .

**The Gatorade Player of the Year award was established in 1985 to recognize the nation’s most elite high school student-athletes for their athletic excellence, academic achievement and exemplary character.

More Confident! – Debra Howard and Encore Rehabilitation-Columbiana

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Being a mail carrier, Debra Howard needs to be able to walk and carry heavy pouches of mail. Knee problems were causing Debra trouble, even after surgery.

She says, “The doctor referred me for Physical Therapy and it helped strengthen my knee and made me much more confident about going back to work.”

After a month of rehabilitation with Encore Rehabilitation-Columbiana, Debra is greatly improved!

Thank you, Debra, for choosing Encore!

Antonia Smith- Athlete of the Month for Holly Pond High School and Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman

Antonia Smith, Holly Pond High School Athlete of the Month, with Gage Brewer, Encore Rehabilitation Athletic Trainer and Volleyball Coach Emily Brown.

Congratulations to Antonia Smith, Athlete of the Month for Holly Pond High School and Encore Rehabilitation – Cullman!

Antonia is a Senior and a Middle Hitter on the Broncos Volleyball Team. Her coach, Coach Emily Brown says, “Antonia is a great athlete with a great attitude and that is not easy to find. Antonia is very special and I am so proud of her!”

Encore Rehabilitation is proud of you too, Antonia! We wish you the best!