Bethany, OklahomaPhysical Therapy Central

Preston, born and raised in Moore, Oklahoma, attended Moore High School where he was an active member of the Lion’s marching band. He then graduated from Oklahoma City Community College with an Associate in Science and then continued his education by completing his Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science at the University of Oklahoma. Preston then went on to earn his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center in the heart of OKC.

Preston started his career as a multisite physical therapist for Physical Therapy Central (PTC). There he was able to gain experience training with PTC’s knowledgeable therapist team across the OKC metro and gain hands-on experience with a wide variety of patient demographics and injury types. Since being a multisite physical therapist at the start of his career, Preston has been able to narrow his interest and has plans to continue his education in the field of orthopedics.

Preston enjoys experiencing all the different things Oklahoma City has to offer. He loves spending quality time with his fiancée, friends, and family. Whether it be hanging out downtown, taking a stroll at Scissortail park or catching the latest blockbuster. Preston is also very involved his church and young adult ministry. He believes in giving back to the community through both his professional and personal life.

John was born and raised in California. Having family ties in Oklahoma, he attended the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, earning his Bachelor’s of Science in Physical Therapy in 1982. He received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy and completed the fellowship program in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy at EIM Health Institute in 2011, and is a recognized Fellow in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapist (AAOMPT). John has also received his Board Certification as an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist in 2005. He has also completed two year-long programs in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy.

John is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a Level I Track & Field Coach through the USATFA. He is a member of the APTA, OPTA, AAOMPT, the APTA’s Orthopaedic Section and the Foot and Ankle Special Interest Group.

John’s professional interests are teaching and mentoring fellow physical therapists particularly in the clinical setting, and integrating evidence based practice with clinical decision making. He has taught a number of continuing education courses/workshops over the years at the local, state and national level.

John’s primary interest is the evaluation and treatment strategies for shoulder and hip conditions and orthopaedic differential diagnosis.

In his spare time, John enjoys experimenting with different ways to perform rehabilitation exercises and participating in ultra-endurance activities. Over the years he has completed a number of marathons and ultra-marathons; both he and his wife Patricia enjoy hiking, especially at high altitudes. John currently resides in Oklahoma City.

Kassidy Hardee earned her Associate in Applied Science – Physical Therapist Assistant from Murray State College. Prior to that, Kassidy obtained her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and Institutional Administration from Texas Woman’s University.

Kassidy specializes in orthopedics.

In her free time, Kassidy enjoys spending time with her husband and four boys.

Chelle attended Shawnee High School where she was active in cheerleading, competitive dance, and received an academic letter jacket. After high school Chelle followed in her father and sister’s footsteps to Stillwater to be a Cowboy. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Oklahoma State University (OSU), receiving a Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences with an emphasis in Nutritional Sciences. She was an active member of the Gamma Phi Beta sorority among many other campus organizations. Following her time at OSU, she earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of Oklahoma (OU).

Passionate about making a difference in her patients’ lives, Chelle has committed herself to being a lifelong learner. She completed the year-long Manual Therapy Certification through Evidence In Motion (EIM) and is Board Certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OSC). Chelle is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Oklahoma Physical Therapy Association (OPTA).

Chelle resides in Oklahoma City with her husband Eric. They have two beautiful little boys, Shepard and Henry, and two lively doodles, Bear and Izzy. Chelle and Eric enjoy anything with their boys, spending time with family and friends, cooking, walking the dogs, and rooting on the OSU Cowboys!