Our Physical Therapists

Meet Our Physical Therapists

A physical therapist is a degree-holding health professional trained in the evaluation and treatment of different conditions that affect physical function. A physical therapist evaluates all components of movement: strength, range of motion, flexibility, balance, posture, body mechanics, coordination, endurance, and general mobility. After evaluating the patient, the physical therapist will develop an individualized treatment program to aid the patient in restoring physical function. A physical therapist may work in a hospital, clinic, school, rehabilitation center, or in a patient’s home. As part of treatment, a physical therapist will provide education about the problem and instruction in exercises to improve function.

 
Andrew Wright, PT, DPT, SCS, STC, AT/L - Tri-City Orthopaedics

Andrew Wright, PT, DPT Board Certified in Sports Medicine
Licensed and Certified Athletic Trainer

Andrew Wright, PT, DPT, SCS, STC, AT/L

Board Certified Orthopaedic Physical Therapist

Andrew Wright specializes in the treatment of orthopaedic conditions including:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Shoulder
  • Knee
  • Spine
  • ACL Reconstruction
  • Rotator Cuff Repair
  • Joint Replacement

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Athletic Training Washington State University, Pullman, WA
  • Doctorate of Physical Therapy University of Washington, Seattle, WA

Professional Affiliations

  • American Physical Therapy Association
  • Sports Section of American Physical Therapy Association
  • Orthopedic Section of American Physical Therapy Association
  • Physical Therapy Association of Washington
  • National Athletic Trainer’s Association
  • Northwest Athletic Trainer’s Association

Certification

  • Board Certified in Sports Medicine
  • Licensed and Certified Athletic Trainer
Education & Certifications
Jacob Nelson, PT, DPT Orthopaedic Physical Therapist

Jacob Nelson, PT, DPT Orthopaedic
Physical Therapist

Jacob Nelson, PT, DPT

Orthopaedic Physical Therapist

Jacob Nelson specializes in the treatment of orthopaedic conditions including:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Shoulder
  • Knee
  • Spine
  • ACL Reconstruction
  • Rotator Cuff Repair
  • Joint Replacement

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology - Whitman College, Walla Walla, WA
  • Doctorate of Physical Therapy – Pacific University, Forest Grove, OR

Professional Affiliations

  • American Physical Therapy Association
  • Orthopaedic Section of American Physical Therapy Association
  • Physical Therapy Association of Washington
Education & Certifications
Kelsie - TCO PT

Kelsie Taylor, PT, DPT Orthopaedic
Physical Therapist

Kelsie Taylor, PT, DPT

Orthopaedic Physical Therapist

Kelsie Taylor specializes in the treatment of orthopaedic conditions including:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Shoulder
  • Knee
  • Spine
  • ACL Reconstruction
  • Rotator Cuff Repair
  • Joint Replacement

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology – Washington State University, Pullman, WA
  • Doctorate of Physical Therapy – University of Montana at Missoula, Missoula, MT

Professional Affiliations

  • American Physical Therapy Association
  • Sports Section of American Physical Therapy Association
  • Washington Sector of American Physical Therapy Association
  • Orthopaedic Section of American Physical Therapy Association
Education & Certifications
Tamara Turner, MPT - Tri-City Orthopaedics

Tamara Turner, MPT Orthopaedic
Physical Therapist

Tamara Turner, MPT

Tamara Turner specializes in the treatment of orthopaedic conditions including:

  • Joint Replacement
  • Post Surgical Care
  • Neck and Back Pain
  • Balance Dysfunction
  • Vestibular Rehab
  • Sports Medicine
  • Non-Operative Care

Education

  • Undergraduate Texas Tech University
  • Master’s of Physical Therapy Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Professional Affiliations

  • American Physical Therapy Association
  • Orthopedic Section of American Physical Therapy Association
  • Physical Therapy Association of Washington
Education & Certifications
Randelle Fuller, MPT - Tri-City Orthopaedics

Randelle Fuller, MPT Orthopaedic
Physical Therapist

Randelle Fuller, MPT

Randelle Fuller specializes in the treatment of orthopaedic conditions including:

  • Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
  • Post Surgical Care
  • Non-Operative Treatment
  • Spine
  • Aquatic Therapy
  • Joint Replacement

Education

  • AS in Physical Therapy Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA
  • BS in Exercise Science Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA
  • Master’s of Physical Therapy Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA

Professional Affiliations

  • American Physical Therapy Association
  • Orthopedic Section of APTA
  • Physical Therapy Association of Washington
Education & Certifications
Juanita Hambright, OTR - Tri-City Orthopaedics

Juanita Hambright, OTR Board Certified
Occupational Therapist

Juanita Hambright, OTR

Board Certified Occupational Therapist

Juanita Hambright specializes in the treatment of the elbow, wrist and hand including:

  • Post surgical and non-operative care
  • Functional strengthening and adaptation
  • Custom splinting for elbow, wrist and hand

Education

  • BS in Biology  Lewis-Clark State College
  • Master of Occupational Therapy Eastern Washington University
Education & Certifications
Julie Taggares OT

Julie Taggares, OTR Board Certified
Occupational Therapist

Julie Taggares, OTR

Board Certified Occupational Therapist

Julie Taggares specializes in the treatment of the elbow, wrist, and hand including:

  • Post-surgical and non-operative care
  • Functional strengthening and adaptation
  • Custom splinting for elbow, wrist, and hand

Education

  • BS in Occupational Therapy – Eastern Kentucky University
Education & Certifications

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