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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!
If you'd like to read about how our therapists stay up to date and
which classes they've recently taken, please
click here.
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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
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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
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"Let no one ever come to you without leaving better and
happier."
- Mother Teresa -
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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
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"Seek the wisdom of the ages, but look at the world through
the eyes of a child."
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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
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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
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"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."
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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."
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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
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“He who has health, has hope;
and he who has hope, has everything.”
-Arabian Proverb-
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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
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“And forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet
and the winds long to play with your hair.”
- Kahlil Gibran-
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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
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"I recognize
the beauty
and supreme connectedness
of all beings"
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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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