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Tehama County Medical Guide- 2014 17 & WELLNESS CENTER 530-529-3636 Ed Stroman, PT, ATC, CSCS Ed is the President and CEO of the Physical Therapy & Wellness Center and Tehama Family Fitness Center. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy in 1984 from Fresno State University. He went on shortly thereafter to complete the necessary requirements for his athletic training and strength and conditioning certifications. His primary experience has been in the realm of general orthopedics and sports medicine with an emphasis on therapeutic exercise. He believes exercise is the best medicine- both empowering and energizing, and that exercise will increase one's sense of control over everyday life. "You're never too sick or too old to start exercising." In 1986 Ed established the north state's first athletic training / sports medicine program at Red Bluff High School. He was a volunteer for the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City where he worked at the hockey venue. He has worked with the Justin Sports Medicine Program for 20 years, treating and evaluating rodeo injuries. In his free time, Ed enjoys spending time with his family, fixing up his house, participating in many types of exercise- particularly his kettlebell class and stand-up paddle surfing. Debra K. Franseth-Ross, DPT, CHT Debra is a Red Bluff native and graduated from RBUHS Student Body President in 1975. She graduated from CSU Hayward in 1980 with a Bachelor in Kinesiology and Physical Education. Debra furthered her education at UC San Francisco completing her second Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, graduating in 1982. Debra returned to Red Bluff immediately after graduation and began her career at St Elizabeth Community Hospital. After a short period of time, she joined the out patient physical therapy team now known as Physical Therapy and Wellness Center. Debra continued her devotion to the study of hand therapy and successfully completed the process for Certification in Hand Therapy (CHT) in 1996. Debra's passion and expertise is in treatment of traumatic hand injuries but her history indicates she has enjoyed many facets of physical therapy, including developing and running the cardiac rehabilitation for St. Elizabeth's Community Hospital, assisting in development of the pulmonary rehabilitation program for Chico Community Hospital, providing contract services for local skilled nursing facilities, and acute care services for St. Elizabeth's Community Hospital for the past 27 years. Debra completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in April 2005, graduating from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. Debra chooses to work in Red Bluff as a member of the excellent medical community providing care to the same community of doctors, educators and classmates that have contributed to her professional fulfillment. Personally Debra enjoys spending time with her husband Sgt. Jeff Ross of the California Highway Patrol and their three wonderful children, Brianna, Christy & Zack. Lonnie Scott, MA, ATC Lonnie Scott is the Business Manager and Athletic Trainer at Physical Therapy and Wellness Center. Lonnie started working at PTWC as an Athletic Trainer in 2002 after working for several years in professional football. In 2006, he began working as the Business Manager where he oversees the operational and financial aspects of Physical Therapy and Wellness Center, Inc. Lonnie Graduated from Red Bluff High School then received his bachelor's degree in Health and Human Performance from Brigham Young University with and emphasis in Athletic Training. He became certified as an athletic trainer in 1993. Upon graduating from BYU, Lonnie started working for the San Diego Chargers, where he was an assistant until 2000. During his time in San Diego, Lonnie received his Master's degree in Health Services Management from Webster University. From San Diego, Lonnie went on to become the head athletic trainer for the Los Angeles Avengers of the Arena Football League where he remained for two seasons. In addition to his duties at PTWC, Lonnie has been teaching a Therapeutic Services class at Red Bluff High School since 2002. He also has sports medicine duties working with RBHS football, wrestling, basketball and soccer. In his spare time, Lonnie enjoys spending time with his wife Ellie and children Haley and Evan. Lonnie also enjoys traveling and competing in endurance events. Dale Mendenhall, DPT, CSCS Dale is an RBUHS graduate of 2000, who returned to the north state in 2008. He completed his undergraduate education in Fitness & Human Performance, receiving his B.S. with Sum Cum Laude Honors through the University of Houston system. Dale then immediately began pursuit of his Masters in Physical Therapy at the University of Texas Medical Branch, graduating in December of 2007 with Highest Honors. He then joined the team at the PTWC where he received his first introduction to the field of Physical Therapy. Through his Education and training Dale has developed into a performance-based Physical Therapist, using a progressive strengthening and manual approach to return patients and clients to their highest level of function. He has had the opportunity to work with the Head Strength and Conditioning Coaches of the Houston Astros and NASA, as well as top research facilities in both Orthopedic and Neuro-Rehabilitation. Dale is a strong proponent of life- long learning and is continuing to further his education at Regis University to complete his Doctorate in Physical Therapy and Fellowship in Manual Orthopedic Therapy with recent completion of his credential for clinical instruction through the APTA. treatment, and through continuing education we explore innovative techniques and products in order to provide optimal care, with the highest level of evidence. We welcome you to join our family of clinicians and friends to help you achieve your desired fitness and personal health goals. Jordan Sinclair, DPT After taking the Physical Therapy and Athletic Training ROP class at Red Bluff High School in 2003 Jordan became committed to reaching his career goal of becoming a Physical Therapist. In 2004 Jordan graduated from Red Bluff where he was involved in both football and basketball. He went on to play football at Shasta College which led to his recruitment to play at the University of San Diego. There he received his Bachelorís of Science in Psychology. In 2011 Jordan began his three year Doctorate Program at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas where he gained knowledge not only in the classroom but in a variety of rehab settings including inpatient, outpatient, orthopedic and pediatric hippotherapy (Equine Assisted Therapy). Jordan received an important part of this education as a Student Physical Therapist at PTWC in the beginning of 2014. After graduating with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in May of 2014 Jordan joined the PTWC family full-time. He is focused on patient centered care that educates and motivates his patients to return to their optimal physicality. In his spare time Jordan enjoys golfing, fishing, hunting and spending time with his wife and daughter.

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