Shawnee – Physical Therapy Central
Shawnee, OK 74804 Get Directions
Phone
(405) 585-0037Fax
(405) 585-0332
Clinic Hours
- Monday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Thursday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Friday
- 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Services & Treatments at this location
- Back Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Dry Needling Treatments
- Headaches
- Injury Prevention
- Lymphedema
- Manual Physical Therapy
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Move2Perform
- Neck Pain
- Orthopaedics
- Pelvic Health
- Post-COVID Therapy
- Soft Tissue Mobilization
- Spine Care
- Sports Physical Therapy
- TMJ Disorder
- Vestibular Imbalance
- Virtual Reality
Meet the Team

James Bailey PT, DPT, TPS
Clinic Director
James Bailey PT, DPT, TPS
Clinic DirectorJames was raised in Miami, Oklahoma where he attended Miami High School, graduating in 2003. After high school, he went on to Northeastern A&M for his Associates Degree and completed his Bachelor of Health Sciences degree in 2009 from the University of Oklahoma.
James received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in 2011. While in school, James had a variety of clinical rotations, including a spine specialty clinic, outpatient orthopedics, and hospital-based rehabilitation.
Since graduation, James has had a range of work experiences in outpatient orthopedics, home health, and treatment in the tribal care setting. He has pursued a certification as a Therapeutic Pain Specialist through the International Spine and Pain Institute, completing his coursework in 2016. He plans to pursue a Therapeutic Pain Science Fellowship to elevate his clinical skills to further benefit his patients. James has interests in post-surgical care, chronic pain, and spinal dysfunctions.
James is a Captain in the Army National Guard and is the only physical therapist in the state of Oklahoma for this branch of the Guard since 2011. He has served as a Platoon Leader for 1.5 years, coordinating medical training for all medical personnel and patient administration. His experience through the National Guard is unique but provides alternative training in leadership and clinical skills that have benefitted his role as a supervising physical therapist as a civilian.
James is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and Oklahoma Physical Therapy Association (OPTA) with memberships in the orthopedic and private practice specialty groups.
He currently lives in Shawnee, OK with his wife, Meredith, and daughter, Blair. He likes to be outdoors, exercise, spend time with his friends and family, and cheer on the Sooners and the Thunder.

Desiree Dunlavy PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Desiree Dunlavy PT, DPT
Physical TherapistDesiree was born and raised in the Midwest City area and attended Carl Albert High School. She played many sports growing up such as softball, tennis, volleyball, and basketball but her true passion was soccer. She played on a competitive travel team and for the Carl Albert Titans.
After many tedious injuries, Desiree decided to hang up the cleats and focus on her education. Desiree attended Rose State College on an academic scholarship for 2 years and received her Associates of Arts Degree. She went on to attend the University of Oklahoma (BOOMER SOONER!) and earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Health and Fitness. Lastly, Desiree completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Langston University in 2019, receiving the Most Outstanding Student award upon graduation.
Desiree has been a member of the APTA and OPTA since 2016. During Physical Therapy school, she was exposed to a variety of clinical settings such as Outpatient, Inpatient Rehab, Acute Care ICU, but her true passion lies in the Pediatric world.
Desiree currently lives in Midwest City with her husband and their fur-baby, Gunner. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, weekends at the lake, all things Harry Potter and Disney, and reading. Desiree is excited to be a member of the PT Central Family

Kaycee Rempe PTA

Kaycee Rempe PTA
Kaycee was born in Kingman, Arizona, and moved to Meeker, Oklahoma, when she was 13. Kaycee married after high school and moved to Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, where her husband served as an active-duty Marine for four years. In North Carolina, she taught Head Start and developed a love for working with children. Kaycee had the opportunity to move back to her home state where she began working for PTC as a therapy technician in Shawnee. She attended Seminole State College and obtained her Associate of Applied Science (AAS) as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Kaycee completed residencies in outpatient orthopedics, acute care, and pediatrics. Her interests include pediatrics, children with disabilities, orthopedics, and pelvic health therapy.
Kaycee and her husband, Mason, live in Prague, Oklahoma, with their two dogs. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, being outdoors, everything Harry Potter, and spending quality time with family and friends.
PT Central Physical Therapy in Pottawatomie County
Our physical therapy clinic is committed to offering exceptional care to patients in Shawnee, Oklahoma. We’re located off Interstate 40 near Oklahoma Baptist University. If you’re looking at physical therapy clinics near Bethel Acres, OK, Physical Therapy Central in Shawnee is ready to cater to your needs. Our highly skilled and professional therapists are here to attend to you and offer the most reasonable solution.
Specialties & Treatments at Our Clinic
Our facility uses modern techniques to treat various physical conditions as a preferred physical therapy clinic in Shawnee, OK. You can count on us to treat any orthopedic issues related to bones, joints, or muscles. If you’re looking for a physical therapist near Johnson, OK, our clinic is the place to come. We provide treatment solutions for recovery from sports injuries, therapy for spinal pain, and balance physical therapy, among others.
Meet Our Top Therapists in Shawnee
At Physical Therapy Central, we employ qualified and experienced physical therapists who can handle all physical conditions. They are compassionate and willing to listen to your issues. Looking for the top physical therapists near Aydelotte, OK? Contact our team today to learn more about our services!
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