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Celebrating National Occupational Therapy Month with Simon Waldrop, COTA/L with Encore Rehabilitation-Brookley Field

In celebration of National Occupational Therapy Month, we are proud to highlight Simon Waldrop, COTA/L, at Encore Rehabilitation–Brookley Field! 💙

Simon Waldrop is a licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/L) with a strong background in diverse clinical settings, including outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing facilities, acute care, and pediatrics. A graduate of Pearl River Community College, Simon brings both clinical knowledge and real-world experience to every patient interaction.

As a U.S. Army veteran, Simon is known for his discipline, reliability, and commitment to service—qualities that translate into compassionate, patient-centered care. With a deep understanding of functional therapy techniques and a passion for improving quality of life, Simon is dedicated to helping individuals regain independence and reach their fullest potential.

Simon truly exemplifies this year’s theme, “Enriching Lives Through Meaningful Engagement,” through the care, encouragement, and support he provides to his patients every day!

Thank you, Simon, for your dedication and for making a meaningful difference!

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1775 Ninth Street
Mobile, Alabama 36615
251-322-2071

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Occupational Therapist Luke Ostergaard becomes Certified Hand Therapist

Encore Rehabilitation is proud to congratulate Luke Ostergaard, OTR/L, CEAS, Cert. DN — now officially a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)!

The CHT credential represents one of the highest levels of specialization in upper extremity rehabilitation. To become a CHT, therapists must complete extensive clinical experience in treating the hand and upper extremity (4,00+ hours) and pass a rigorous national board examination. This certification demonstrates advanced expertise in complex injuries and post-surgical care of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand.

About Luke:
Luke Ostergaard serves as the Clinic Director at Encore Rehabilitation–Brookley Field and as an Occupational Therapist at Encore Rehabilitation–West Mobile. His specialties include upper extremity rehabilitation, hand therapy, industrial/workers’ compensation rehabilitation, ergonomic assessment, and dry needling.

A dual graduate of the University of South Alabama, Luke holds a B.S. in Exercise Science and an M.S. in Occupational Therapy.

Since joining Encore in 2021, he has been committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and supporting individuals in regaining function and returning to meaningful activities.

Please join us in congratulating Luke on this outstanding accomplishment and continued dedication to excellence in patient care!

Encore Rehabilitation-Brookley Field
1775 Ninth Street
Mobile, Alabama 36615
251-322-2071

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Meet Luke Ostergaard, OTR/L, with Encore Rehabilitation-Brookley Field, Mobile, AL

Our Therapists make a difference! Meet Luke Ostergaard, Clinic Director at Encore Rehabilitation-Brookley Field! 

Luke is an Occupational Therapist and leader at Encore, Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist, and will soon be a Certified Hand Therapist. He is also Certified in Dry Needling. 


With a passion for helping workers recover and stay strong, his clinic combines expert Occupational and Physical Therapy with a specialized Warehouse Gym for real-world, industrial rehab.


~Request an appointment with Luke and the Rehab Team with this link: https://patients.betterhealthcare.co/booking/facilities/10679/appointment-type?utm_source=facebook_organic&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=4479

Encore Rehabilitation-Brookley Field
1775 Ninth Street
Mobile, Alabama 36615
251-322-2071

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#EncoreRehab

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