Providing High-Quality Therapy Services for the Greater Cleveland Area
Main Campus – Building C Staff
Kevin Powers, Med, PT, CSCS
Kevin has extensive experience in outpatient orthopedic and sports physical therapy. He believes in an exercise based approach complemented by appropriate manual techniques. Kevin believes in empowering patients to reach their full potential.
Educational Degree
- BS Physical Therapy Cleveland State University, Sports Medicine Fellowship, MEd Exercise Science
Affiliates/Professional Organizations
- National Strength and Conditioning Association
Special Interests
Sports injury rehabilitation, out-patient orthopedics, Total joint rehabilitation, Aquatic physical therapyCertifications
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Theresa Saunders, PT
Theresa is a licensed physical therapist with three decades of experience in outpatient physical therapy and sports medicine. She has a special interest in treating conditions of the knee, hip and shoulder. Theresa uses a wide variety of manual techniques and therapeutic exercise to return her patients to their previous level of function. She educates, encourages and empowers her patients to reach all of their rehabilitation goals.
Educational Degree
- Akron University BS 1990 in Education/Athletic Training
- Cleveland State University 1993 Certificate in Physical Therapy
Special Interests
Orthopedics, Sports MedicineCertifications
- Smart Tool Certification 2019
Erin Rucinski-Whitney, PT
Erin is a licensed physical therapist with experience in various areas of practice including orthopedics, concussions, and vestibular rehabilitation. Erin implements various techniques and research based treatments in order to create an individualized program for each patient to meet their desired goals.
Educational Degree
- Bachelor of Health Science, University of Dayton
- Dorctor of Physical Therapy, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Affiliates/Professional Organizations
- American Institute of Balance
Special Interests
Orthopedics, Spine, Concussion, Vertigo/VestibularCertifications
- ImPACT
- AIB-VRC
Stephanie Abbott, PTA
Stephanie is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. She graduated from Ashland University in 2011 with a Bachelors in Science degree in Physical Education, with a double minor in Coaching and Adapted Physical education. While at Ashland, Stephanie ran track as a sprinter and long jumper, and achieved 3 time All American status in the 4×100 relay and long jump. Stephanie completed her PTA degree at Remington College, where she graduated in 2019. Stephanie currently works in the outpatient physical therapy setting, and has experience treating a wide variety of populations including those seeking treatment for post operative rehab, aquatics, low back pain, postural awareness, balance training, return to sport/work and injury prevention. She is working towards getting OCS certified (Orthopedic Certified Specialist).
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