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Healing Bridge Physical Therapy  Therapists  in Bend Oregon
Combining a holistic model with traditional orthopedic therapy allows our therapists to focus on the cause of your problem, instead of the symptoms. We can then identify the best solutions to achieve and maintain your optimal health. Each of our practitioners has specialized training. We invite you to get to know us, and read the quotes which indicate our guiding philosophies!

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"Medicine is not only a science, but also the art of letting our own individuality interact with the individuality of the patient."
- Albert Schweitzer

Allison Suran, BS, PT:
Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner,
Founder and Director of
Healing Bridge Physical Therapy

Graduating in 1987 with her degree in physical therapy, Allison has had a life-long interest in holistic medicine and a dream of combining her traditional medical training with comprehensive health paradigm that includes the whole person.

She completed her four-year training program to become a Feldenkrais Practitioner in March of 1996 and began full-time private practice in 1998. Allison is pleased that her clinic offers clients access to this unique and progressive care that combines the best of orthopedic medicine with holistic approaches to enhance quality of life. Click for Allison's professional biography


"Let no one ever come to you without leaving better and happier."
- Mother Teresa -

Zeyla Brandt, PT
Zeyla joined HBPT in September of 2008. She was born in Britain, and raised and educated in South Africa. Her training was at the University of the Witwatersrand Medical School, which was rated by the American Medical Association as one of the top five medical schools anywhere in the world. While her training has included most aspects of orthopedic physical therapy, over the past ten years she has specialized in manual therapy for the spine, pelvic pain and TMJ problems. Zeyla believes that each and every patient deserves the respect and care we would choose for our family members to receive. Click for Zeyla's professional biography


"Seek the wisdom of the ages, but look at the world through the eyes of a child."

Georgia Merrifield, PT, MS, PCS
Certified Pediatric Physical Therapy
Specialist

Georgia has been practicing pediatric physical therapy since her graduation from physical therapy school in 1970. She has practiced in a variety of settings including schools, homes, hospitals, and out-patient clinics. Georgia is also registered by NARHA to utilize hippotherapy. She joined Healing Bridge in the fall of 2002 after relocating to Bend from Texas. She received her Master's degree in Human Development from Texas Tech University. Georgia is also certified in the neurodevelopmental treatment approach with infants and children. She enjoys making a difference in a developing human being's life and observing those changes over time. Click for Georgia's professional biography


Christen Eby, MPT
Christen joined the Healing Bridge staff in January of 2009. She completed her Master of Science in Physical Therapy at Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA, and has a Bachelor of Science in Speech Communication from Portland State University, Portland, OR. She's had additional training in Hippotherapy, and Neurodevelopmental Treatment for children, and specializes in helping children achieve their fullest potential.
Click for Christen's professional biography


"A natural healing force within each of us is the greatest force in getting well...and we can only reach our greatest potential with the help and support of one another."

Nancy Hartung, BS, PTA
BS in Therapeutic Recreation and Certification in Gerontology.
Nancy has 23 years experience in the practice of physical therapy. She has had the opportunity to develop her skills in a variety of settings including rehabilitation, orthopedics and general outpatient physical therapy. One of her goals is to offer strength and conditioning programs along with conventional comprehensive physical therapy interventions. Nancy implements treatment programs to best maximize mobility and function based on each client's individual lifestyle goals. She also assists in offering programs which incorporate community based resources that encourage clients to integrate wellness into their lifestyle. Click for Nancy's professional biography

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"Healing is a matter of time, but it is sometimes also a matter of opportunity."

Annette Cyr, BA, PTA
Annette has worked as a physical therapist assistant in Central Oregon since 1994. Her primary experience is working with orthopedic patients both in-patient and outpatient settings. She enjoys working with a variety of clientele. Her goal is to offer comprehensive treatment programs including a hands-on approach, therapeutic exercises on land and in the aquatic environment, and education based on the physician's diagnosis and your goals. Click for Annette's professional biography


“He who has health, has hope;
and he who has hope, has everything.”

-Arabian Proverb-

Susie Sagnimeni, PTA
Susie worked in rehabilitation, geriatric and outpatient settings in the Portland area, but 20 years ago returned to Bend, where her roots are. After five years in acute care she developed an ongoing interest in orthopedic-manual therapy. Over the last 20 years her focus has been in sports medicine and post-surgical orthopedic rehabilitation, aquatic conditioning, women’s health, and Arthritis education.
Her goals are to assist others in their rehabilitation as well as developing and sharing athletic interests, and offering education for exercise programs. Click for Susie's professional biography


“And forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair.”
- Kahlil Gibran-

Stacie Battley, BA, PTA
Stacie received her Bachelors degree in Biology from UC Santa Cruz and her Physical Therapy Assistant degree from CCSN in Nevada. She has advanced training in treatment of the shoulder and lumbarsacral regions. Stacie's extensive background of exercise and manual therapy, together with physical therapy, provides a well-rounded, personalized treatment for every patient she treats. Click for Stacie's professional biography


"I recognize
the beauty
and supreme connectedness
of all beings"

Rowan Varvais, LMT
Rowan has been a LMT since 1998, becoming certified at COCC, and has been a actively involved with the Oregon Massage Therapists Association since 1999. Her focus as a Massage Therapist is to offer a compassionate, nurturing and powerfully rejuvenating experience for each patient. She
uses various therapeutic techniques including Swedish, Deep Tissue & Hot Stone Massage and believes that massage is the perfect complement to physical therapy. It is also useful in helping to continue healthy habits after physical therapy is completed. Click for Rowan's professional biography.

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