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Photo of T. Andy Smith DPT, MTC, Cert DN T. Andy Smith, DPT, MTC, Cert DN Physical Therapist, Manager of Physical Therapy Department
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Dr. Andy Smith is the manager of the Physical Therapy Department at the University Health Center. His areas of interest include movement/functional-based evaluation and assessment; the role of functional training in injury prevention and wellness; the role of pain neuroscience education in treating persistent pain; the role of postural dysfunction and repetitive tissue microtrauma on chronic/recurrent pain syndromes; spinal, peripheral joint and soft tissue mobilization/manipulation/dry needling; and the role of nutrition, mental health, cardiovascular health, and sleep health on management of overall wellness and integrative health.…

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Photo of Cody Evans PTA Cody Evans, PTA Physical Therapy Operations Coordinator
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Cody joined the UHC PT team in 2021. He began working in physical therapy as a Physical Therapist Assistant in 2014 at Southeast Alabama Neurological Rehabilitation and Balance Center. Since then, he has enjoyed working in orthopedics and aquatic physical therapy. His areas of interest include optimizing functional movement patterns, promoting wellness, and empowering individuals to reach their personal wellness goals.…

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Photo of Nidhi Patel PT, DPT Nidhi Patel, PT, DPT Physical Therapist
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Dr. Nidhi Patel is a physical therapist who joined UHC in 2018. After receiving her Doctorate of Physical Therapy she trained with the Herman and Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute.  Her areas of interest include pelvic floor rehabilitation (including bowel, bladder and sexual dysfunction) , chronic pain related to musculoskeletal dysfunctions, spinal rehab. She enjoys treating through a combination of  manual therapy based approaches, pain neuroscience education and movement based treatments.…

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Photo of Emily Pearson PT Emily Pearson, PT Physical Therapist
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Dr. Emily Pearson is a physical therapist who joined the University Health Center in 2018. Her areas of interest include utilizing an integrative health approach to optimize functional movement, promoting total body wellness, preventing injury/re-injury, managing acute and conditions of the spine and extremities, and empowering individuals to reach their personal health and wellness goals.

Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy, Augusta University
License: Physical Therapist, State of Georgia

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Photo of R. Henry Pursner PT, CYT R. Henry Pursner, PT, CYT Physical Therapist
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Mr. Henry Pursner joined the Health Center staff in 2011 and has been a physical therapist since 1995. His special areas of expertise include treatment of the fitness athlete with a specialization in running-related injuries, the spine, extremities, and cranio-facial pain. Extensive training in health coaching as well as treatment of persistent pain which combines exercise as well as lifestyle changes such as relaxation/ mindfulness practices.   …

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Photo of Jason Thelen PT, DPT, MS, CSCS, CEP Jason Thelen, PT, DPT, MS, CSCS, CEP Physical Therapist
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Jason brought his “A” game to the University Health Center in the Fall of 2019. His dedication to clinical excellence, to the field of physical therapy, and to each one of his patients are what drives his purpose as a professional. His primary area of interest lies in helping the active population return to sport and recreation after suffering sport-related injuries.…

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Photo of Amy Abrahamsen BS, LMT, BCTMB, RYT Amy Abrahamsen, BS, LMT, BCTMB, RYT Massage Therapist
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Nationally Certified since 1997, Amy Abrahamsen, combines Medical Massage, Massage and Energy Balancing methods to offer a deeply relaxing massage. Utilizing Myofascial Release, Swedish, Shiatsu, Craniosacral, Reflexology and Reiki techniques she blends intuitive hands-on awareness with an understanding of body mechanics. As a Yoga Instructor trained in the Integral Yoga Tradition, she incorporates and teaches yoga stretches and breathing practices to offer effective take-home tools to her clients.…

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Photo of Renildo Guimares LMT, BCTMB Renildo Guimares, LMT, BCTMB Massage Therapist
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Renildo Guimaraes (Rene) started his Massage Therapy education in Hong Kong in 1997 where he studied Reflexology, Aromatherapy, and Deep Tissue Massage. He also studied Thai Massage extensively in Bangkok, Thailand. Rene joined the Health Center staff as a Massage Therapist in 2007. He is a graduate of the American Institute of Massage in Pompano Beach.…

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Photo of Katrina Hardwick LMT Katrina Hardwick, LMT Massage Therapist
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Katrina Hardwick, a life-long Athenian, has been a Licensed Massage Therapist for over ten years and joined the UHC staff in the summer of 2019. Katrina graduated from Herzing College in 2008 with her Associate’s Degree in Applied Medical Science-Massage Therapy. She is certified by the Georgia Massage Therapy Licensing Board. Katrina is trained in a variety of techniques including: Thai, neuromuscular, therapeutic, relaxation, deep tissue, prenatal, and sports massage.…

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