Celebrate National Occupational Therapy Month with us as we proudly recognize the incredible Occupational Therapy Rehab Team at USA University Hospital!
From left to right: Kyra Miller, Occupational Therapist Paden Majure, Occupational Therapist Hollie Chapman, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Ryan Thompson, Occupational Therapist and Director Michelle Hutto, Occupational Therapist Abi Anderson, Occupational Therapist Alexa Carter, Occupational Therapist
This dedicated team brings exceptional skill, collaboration, and compassion to every patient they serve. Through their commitment to helping individuals regain function and improve quality of life, they make a meaningful impact each and every day!
Thank you all for your dedication and for the difference you make!
We’re proud to spotlight our Occupational Therapy team at USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital and the incredible work they do each day!
Their dedication, compassion, and teamwork play a vital role in supporting patients and families—both in the outpatient setting and throughout the hospital. The impact they make goes far beyond treatment, helping improve quality of life in meaningful ways.
Front Row: Holli Blount, OTR/L, Katie Blankenship, OTR/L Back Row: Alexa Carter, OTR/L, Erin Fadalla, OTR/L, Selena Hartley, OTR/L Not Pictured: Melanie Coleman, OTR/L
We’re grateful for all that you do—thank you for your continued commitment to those you serve!
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!
Encore Rehabilitation-Brookley Field 1775 Ninth Street Mobile, Alabama 36615 251-322-2071
At Encore Rehabilitation, Industrial Rehab leadership is built on experience, clinical excellence, and a deep understanding of the workers’ compensation process.
Meet Sid Scarborough, PT, Regional Vice President of Business Development with Encore Rehabilitation. Sid has served the Mobile and Baldwin County market for 12 years and brings more than 37 years of experience as a Physical Therapist practicing orthopedic, acute, and industrial physical therapy.
In addition to his clinical background, Sid spent over 20 years as a hospital administrator, overseeing ambulatory services and industrial medicine programs. His leadership in the Industrial Rehab setting includes post-injury rehabilitation, work hardening and work conditioning, return-to-work programming, ergonomic assessments and worksite analysis, and pre- and post-employment screening across all levels of industrial environments.
Sid also serves as a primary educator for back injury prevention, workplace safety guidelines, and workstation analysis, helping organizations reduce risk while supporting employee health. With a strong background in claims management and medical case coordination, he ensures injured workers receive timely, effective care while helping employers maintain compliance and control claim costs.
Sid’s depth of experience allows for consistent, effective communication between employees, healthcare providers, insurance carriers, and employers — reinforcing Encore’s position as a trusted leader in Industrial Rehab and Workers’ Comp services.
Meet Alexandra Rice, Office Manager with Encore Rehabilitation-West Mobile!
As the welcoming face behind the scenes at our West Mobile clinic, Alexandra helps make sure every patient feels supported.
Here’s a little more about her in her own words: “I come from a graphic design background and enjoy bringing a detail-oriented, organized approach to keeping our clinic running smoothly.
“I love helping patients feel welcome and fully supported, working closely with our amazing team of therapists with care plans that meet each patient’s needs and fit their schedules.
“In my free time, I enjoy being in nature, spending time with loved ones, and working on creative projects.” ~ Alexandra Rice, Office Manager
~Alexandra takes pride in helping make each visit to Encore Rehabilitation–West Mobile a positive and supportive experience. We are glad to have her with our clinic!
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!
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.
She has been receiving Physical Therapy with Encore Rehabilitation-West Mobile diligently for a few weeks and is so very excited to announce that she has been pain-free for almost a week!
Ms.Oaks “loves Encore Rehab at Snowport”!
She has been coming to rehab address her back pain and knee pain. It is wonderful to see her with less pain AND getting back to doing the things she loves!
Keep going, Ms. Oaks!
~~At Encore, every smile, every milestone, every recovery—we’re honored to be part of your family’s healthcare journey! Our Family is Here to Help Yours!
Encore Rehabilitation-West Mobile 1059 Snow Road, South, Unit B Mobile, Alabama 36695 251-216-9808
Behind every successful recovery is a trusted expert! Meet Lundy Foose, Regional Director at Encore Rehabilitation in South Alabama!
Lundy is a Physical Therapist with diversified experience working with all ages and in multiple rehab settings. Her skills and experience make her a true expert.
Learn how Lundy and her Rehab Teams are helping to heal friends and family one step at a time!
