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Oklahoma City Northwest Physical Therapy Central Staff

• Allison McKenzie

  Allison McKenziePT, DPT

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  Allison received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2014 from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. During her study, she received the Elam Plowman Scholarship for Excellence in Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy and the OUHSC Student Association Scholarship for her involvement in the campus community. During this time, Allison was active in the Student Physical Therapy Association as the Community Service Chair and Vice-President.

  As an undergraduate, Allison attended Oklahoma State University and played ultimate Frisbee on the OSU women’s team for three years. She graduated from OSU with a Bachelor’s degree in Physiology in 2010.

  Allison was raised in Edmond, Oklahoma. She showed horses all across the country with her siblings and has coached youth at the national level in many equine events. She developed an interest in physical therapy in college while being treated for a horseback riding injury.

  Allison areas of interest include orthopedics, pediatrics, sports rehabilitation, yoga therapy, and injury prevention. She also enjoys helping others form healthy lifestyles and develop fitness through fun activities. Allison plans on completing a residency program through Evidence in Motion and obtaining her Orthopedic Board Certification from the APTA.

• Kevin Wilcher

  Kevin WilcherPT, DPT, OCS

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  Kevin grew up in Altus, Oklahoma, where he actively participated in basketball and tennis during high school. He also has vast experience instructing both tennis and swimming lessons to various age groups and skill levels. After high school Kevin attended the University of Oklahoma where he earned a Bachelor’s in Zoology with an emphasis in Bio-Medical Sciences

  He continued his studies and earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Emory University. Emory University is located in Atlanta, Georgia and is ranked as one of the top physical therapy programs in the Nation. During physical therapy school he served as the student liaison for the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Kevin was also chosen by Emory University to represent them as a student panel member during their Accreditation Process. His special interests in PT school also included research studying EMG activity of the lower leg and mechanics at the foot and ankle.

  Kevin’s joined the Physical Therapy Central family to further pursue his special interests in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, and spine rehabilitation. He has completed an 18-month residency program in orthopaedic physical therapy through Evidence in Motion. After completing the Residency, he earned the distinction of Board-Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) by the American Physical Therapy Association. Kevin has also directly worked with performing artists from a variety of traveling Broadway shows in here in Oklahoma.

  Kevin enjoys spending time with his wife Candice and his 2 children, especially if the outdoors are involved. During his free time he enjoys traveling, watching movies, playing golf and volleyball, and exploring new music. His is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Oklahoma Physical Therapy Association (OPTA), and the Northwest Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce.

• Maya Weisberg-Polay

  Maya Weisberg-PolayPTA

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  Growing up in Tulsa, OK, Maya was very active with playing soccer and running cross country and track. She unfortunately had a career ending injury while playing soccer, which had her go through physical therapy. That is when she realized it was PT she wanted to pursue for her career.

  Maya went to the University of Oklahoma for her undergrad, where she graduated with her Bachelor’s in Multidisciplinary Studies with a focus in Sport Physiology. After working five years as a physical therapy tech, she attended Oklahoma City Community College to become a Physical Therapist Assistant, graduating on the Vice Presidents Honor Roll.  Maya is planning on becoming a member of the APTA and OPTA in the near future, while continuing her education to obtain her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree.

  In her free time, Maya enjoys running and watching sports, especially football. She is an animal lover, as she has two cats and one dog. Her favorite food is sushi and her favorite dessert is anything with chocolate and peanut butter. She is recently engaged and plans on getting married next fall.

• Lori Scholl

  Lori SchollPT, MPT

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  Growing up in Sulphur, OK, Lori graduated from Sulphur High School with honors. She attended East Central University in Ada, OK for undergraduate studies, graduating with her Bachelor’s degree in Biology with a minor in chemistry. During undergrad, she was a member of the Alpha Chi and Tri-Beta Honor Societies, and received the Alumni Association scholarship for Academic Achievement. Lori also served on the Student Senate as Housing Committee chair, and Community Service chair. After graduating, Lori attended the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences center and earned her Master’s degree in Physical Therapy. While at OUHS she was active as a student member of the APTA.

  Lori continues her APTA membership in the orthopedic section. She strives to stay up-to-date with the latest research and techniques available. In 2018 Lori attended the Orthopaedic section meeting in Baltimore, MD, where she learned of new research regarding chronic pain patterns and their impact on healing, which she uses to help her patients recover from injury.

  She is passionate about helping people live pain-free lives with more independence. She specializes in working with patients who suffer both acute and chronic conditions, cervical and lumbar dysfunction, headaches, post-surgical rehabilitation, and gait/balance dysfunction. She also has extensive clinical experience in orthopedics with emphasis on manual therapy to restore motion and improve function.

  ln her spare time, Lori enjoys spending time with her husband, two children, and her dog. Her hobbies include swimming, reading, and cooking, as well as researching health, fitness, nutrition, and wellness. Lori also enjoys attending OU, OKC Thunder, and Dallas Cowboys games.