Dr. Kaplan is a native of Pickens, Mississippi. He attended Louisiana State University and is a 1989 graduate of the University of Mississippi Medical Center with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. In 1993, he received a Master of Health Administration from Tulane University. Dr. Kaplan received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2010 from Evidence in Motion Physical Therapy Institute in Louisville, KY. Dr. Kaplan is a manual therapist, Board Certified in Orthopedic Physical Therapy (OCS) by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties since 1999. His clinical expertise is in the area of orthopedics, sports medicine, and work-related injuries. Dr. Kaplan is an ASTYM system provider. He has completed Level I, II, and Functional training through Kinetacore in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT)/Trigger Point Dry Needling (TDN). Dr. Kaplan has almost 30 years of clinical practice in Orthopedics. He is the Clinic Director of the Brittany Drive location. He has served as President and CEO of BRPT-Lake since 2004.
Gus graduated from the Louisiana State University, School of Allied Health, in 1986. Eight years later, he completed the Gulf Coast Graduate Institute of Manual Therapy Residency Program, focusing on advanced evaluation and treatment of orthopedic conditions with the use of mobilization and manipulative techniques. After completing the 18-month program, Gus received certification as a Level 2 Manual Therapist. He has earned the prestigious Fellowship status in the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists, and received his Orthopedic Certified Specialization distinction in 1994, with recertifications in 2004, and then again in 2014. In 2010, Gus received his DPT from the Evidence in Motion Institute of Health Professions. With over 30 years of clinical experience, he has treated a variety of high school, collegiate and professional athletes. He has used Astym® treatment since 2001 on a wide variety of orthopedic patients and has been a national instructor for this treatment since 2003. Gus has completed level I and II training in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT) or Dry Needling through Kinetacore, in addition to Kinesiology Taping and is an Active Release Technique practitioner for the upper extremity, lower extremity, and spine. Dr. Gutierrez has enjoyed working with athletes and athletic trainers over his career and currently serves as the team therapist for a number of high schools as well as an LSU Track and Field physical therapist. He has been practicing physical therapy with BRPT-Lake since 1986.
Dr. LeBlanc is a native of Greenwell Springs, Louisiana and earned his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at Louisiana State University. In 1999, he received a Master of Physical Therapy degree from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2009 from Evidence in Motion Physical Therapy Institute in Louisville, KY. Dr. LeBlanc is a manual therapist and an Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) in Physical Therapy as acknowledged by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. His clinical interests are primarily sports rehab and manual therapy, including state-of-the-art techniques such as Astym and ART. He has also completed level I and II training in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT) or Dry Needling through Kinetacore. Dr. LeBlanc is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA). He is a past president of the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association. Dr. LeBlanc has been practicing physical therapy with BRPT-Lake since 2000. In recognition for his achievements as a clinician and successes in professional association activities, Dr. LeBlanc was recognized in 2008 as the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Outstanding Physical Therapy Alumni. In 2010, he was recognized as one of the Baton Rouge Business Report 2010 Top 40 under 40 honorees. He is currently serving as a team physical therapist for the LSU Track and Field teams.
Ms. Alexander is a native of DeRidder, Louisiana. She received her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in Communications Disorders from Louisiana State University in 1991. Ms. Alexander is a speech-language pathologist with a certificate of clinical competence. Her areas of expertise are the treatment of neurological disorders and dysphagia. She joined BRPT-Lake in 2001.
Ms. Sawyer is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She is a graduate of Louisiana State University and received a Bachelor of Science in 1981. Ms. Sawyer received certification as a Certified Public Accountant in 1983, and she joined BRPT-Lake in 1984.
Dr. Kaplan is a native of Pickens, Mississippi. He attended Louisiana State University and is a 1989 graduate of the University of Mississippi Medical Center with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. In 1993, he received a Master of Health Administration from Tulane University. Dr. Kaplan received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2010 from Evidence in Motion Physical Therapy Institute in Louisville, KY. Dr. Kaplan is a manual therapist, Board Certified in Orthopedic Physical Therapy (OCS) by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties since 1999. His clinical expertise is in the area of orthopedics, sports medicine, and work-related injuries. Dr. Kaplan is an ASTYM system provider. He has completed Level I, II, and Functional training through Kinetacore in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT)/Trigger Point Dry Needling (TDN). Dr. Kaplan has almost 30 years of clinical practice in Orthopedics. He is the Clinic Director of the Brittany Drive location. He has served as President and CEO of BRPT-Lake since 2004.
Dr. Peaslee is a native of Alexandria, LA. She graduated from Louisiana State University, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2014 from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. Dr. Peaslee has completed Level 1, Level 2 and Functional training through Kinetacore in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT)/Trigger Point Dry Needling (TDN). She has obtained the manual therapy certification from Evidence in Motion, and is a certified Astym system provider. In July 2018, Katie receive her Orthopedic Certified Specialty (OCS). She is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA). She has been practicing physical therapy with BRPT-Lake since 2014.
Dr. McDuffie is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He received his Bachelor of Science from Louisiana State University in 2013. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in St. Augustine, FL in 2017. Alex is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA) and the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy (AAOMPT). He joined BRPT-Lake in 2017.
Dr. Rogers is a native of Covington, Louisiana. He received his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Louisiana State University in 2015. In 2018, he received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport. Shea is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA). He joined BRPT-Lake in 2018.
Dr. Brown is a 2014 graduate of Millsaps College in Jackson, MS. In April 2018, she received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine in Saint Augustine, FL. She is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA). She joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy- Lake in 2018.
Mr. Demsky is a native of Birmingham, Alabama. He received his Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience and Cognitive Studies from Millsaps College in 2013, and his Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Our Lady of the Lake College in 2016. He joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy Lake in 2016.
A native of White Castle, LA, Mrs. Chauvin graduated from Louisiana State University in 2014, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. She then graduated from Our Lady of the Lake College in 2016, where she received her Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting. She has been with Baton Rouge Physical Therapy - LAKE since 2016.
Sam, a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology at Louisiana State University in 2016. She then graduated from Delgado Community College in New Orleans where she received her Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting in 2018. Sam joined BRPT-Lake in August 2018.
Jennifer is a native from Watson, La. She earned her Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University in 2019. Jennifer is an active member of the American Physical Therapy association, as well as the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association. She joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2019.
Dr. Laurent is a native of Lafayette, Louisiana. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 2002 and his Master of Physical Therapy from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans in 2005. In 2016, Derek received his Doctor of Physical Therapy from the Evidence in Motion Institute of Health Professions. Mr. Laurent's clinical interests involve treatment of orthopedic injuries including sport and work-related injuries. He is a certified ART and ASTYM system provider. He has also completed level I and II training in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT) or Dry Needling through Kinetacore. Mr. Laurent has been practicing physical therapy with BRPT-Lake since August 2005.
Dr. Crowder is a native of Denham Springs, La. He received a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Louisiana State University in 2014. In 2017, he earned a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from LSU Health New Orleans. Dr. Crowder is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA). He joined BRPT- Lake in May 2017.
Dr. DiMario is a native of Baton Rouge, LA. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from Louisiana State University in 2015. In 2018, she received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport.. Dr. DiMario has completed Level 1 of Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT) / Trigger Point Dry Needling (TDN) through Kinetacore and is also a certified ASTYM provider. She is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA). She joined BRPT-Lake in June 2018.
Ms. Bueche is a native of Arabi, Louisiana. She is a 1985 graduate of the LSU Medical Center School of Allied Health Professions with a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy. She received advanced certification in upper extremity treatment, is a Certified Hand Therapist, and also a Certified Lymphedema Therapist. Ms. Bueche has advanced training in the areas of neurodevelopmental treatment for the adult neurological population, vestibular rehabilitation, and lymphedema management (UE, LE, and head/neck). Her clinical expertise involves hand/UE disorders/injuries, lymphedema management, vestibular rehab, work related injuries/job site evaluations, and adult neurological conditions. She is a certified Astym system provider. She is director of the OT department and clinical coordinator for OT student interns. Ms. Bueche is a past President of Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association and has held several positions on the Board and Executive Board since 1991. She was recognized as "OT of the Year" in 2013 by LOTA. She is a past instructor and Board Member since 1988 for the Arthritis Association of Louisiana. She is actively involved with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Louisiana including service as a First Connection volunteer. She maintains an active membership in American Occupational Therapy Association, Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association, and American Society of Hand Therapists. Ms. Bueche has been practicing with Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake since 1987.
Ms. Gilbert is a native of Baton Rouge, LA. She received her Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assisting from Our Lady of the Lake College in 2016, and completed her Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Studies and Dance from Louisiana State University in 2009. She joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2016.
Ms. Babin is a native of Baton Rouge, LA. She received her Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assisting and graduated summa cum laude from Our Lady of the Lake College in 2014. She joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2014.
Mrs. Brittney Anzalone Aucoin is a native of Baton Rouge, La. She completed her Associates degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Our Lady of the Lake College in 2006 and then returned to obtain her Health Science Bachelor’s degree. Mrs. Aucoin is an active member of the America Physical Therapy Association, as well as, the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association. She has been a PTA with Baton Rouge Physical Therapy- Lake since 2006.
Dr. Zaunbrecher is a native of Crowley, Louisiana. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology from Louisiana State University in 2011. In 2014, she received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Texas Woman's University-Houston. Dr. Zaunbrecher is a certified ASTYM and ART (spine) provider. She has also completed Level 1 and Level 2 training in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT)/ Trigger Point Dry Needling (TDN) through Kinetacore. She became an Orthopedic Certified Specialist in 2017. She has obtained her Manual Therapy certification from Evidence in Motion Dr. Zaunbrecher is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA ) and Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA). She joined BRPT- Lake in 2016.
Dr. Thompson is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, and currently resides in Baton Rouge. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of New Orleans in 2014. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans in 2018. Dr. Thompson is a certified Astym provider. He has also completed Level 1 training through Kinetacore in Trigger Point Dry Needling (TDN). Jason is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA). He joined BRPT-Lake in 2018.
Mr. Janssen is a native of Shoals, Indiana. He earned his Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Vincennes University and graduated in April of 2013. Mr. Janssen is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association. He joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2013. In 2016, Mr. Janssen received the PTA Distinguished Service Award from the LPTA. He was recognized by the APTA in 2018 for PTA Advanced Proficiency in Orthopedics.
Mrs. Gough is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology from Louisiana State University in 2017. In 2018, after serving over 4 years as a physical therapist technician in the community, she went on to earn her Associate of Science Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting. She graduated from Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University in 2019. She joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2019.
Dr. Herring is a 2008 graduate of University of Louisiana at Monroe. In May 2012, he received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. Dr. Herring's primary areas of interests are in orthopedics and sports-related injuries involving runners. He is a certified ASTYM system provider and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), in addition to being a board-certified Sports Certified Specialist (SCS). He has also completed Level 1 and Level 2 training in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT)/ Trigger Point Dry Needling (TDN) through Kinetacore. He is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA). He joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy- Lake in 2013.
Mr. Lane is a native of Vidalia, Louisiana and attended college at Northeast Louisiana University. He received his physical therapy training at the LSU Medical Center School of Allied Health Professions in New Orleans and received a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy in 1975. Mr. Lane's clinical expertise is in orthopedics, particularly the spine, sports medicine injuries and the feet. He is a manual therapist and is Board Certified in Orthopedic Physical Therapy by the American Physical Therapy Association. Mr. Lane is a certified ART and ASTYM system provider. He has also completed level I and II training in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT) or Dry Needling through Kinetacore. He has been practicing physical therapy with BRPT-Lake since 1975.
Ms. Chen is from Taipei, Taiwan. She first came to the United States in 2004 and earned a Master's degree in Education from Barry University in Miami, Florida. She later received her Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Our Lady of the Lake College. Ms. Chen is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association as well as the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association. She joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2010.
Gus graduated from the Louisiana State University, School of Allied Health, in 1986. Eight years later, he completed the Gulf Coast Graduate Institute of Manual Therapy Residency Program, focusing on advanced evaluation and treatment of orthopedic conditions with the use of mobilization and manipulative techniques. After completing the 18-month program, Gus received certification as a Level 2 Manual Therapist. He has earned the prestigious Fellowship status in the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists, and received his Orthopedic Certified Specialization distinction in 1994, with recertifications in 2004, and then again in 2014. In 2010, Gus received his DPT from the Evidence in Motion Institute of Health Professions. With over 30 years of clinical experience, he has treated a variety of high school, collegiate and professional athletes. He has used Astym® treatment since 2001 on a wide variety of orthopedic patients and has been a national instructor for this treatment since 2003. Gus has completed level I and II training in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT) or Dry Needling through Kinetacore, in addition to Kinesiology Taping and is an Active Release Technique practitioner for the upper extremity, lower extremity, and spine. Dr. Gutierrez has enjoyed working with athletes and athletic trainers over his career and currently serves as the team therapist for a number of high schools as well as an LSU Track and Field physical therapist. He has been practicing physical therapy with BRPT-Lake since 1986.
Ms. Martin is a native of Gonzales, Louisiana and is a graduate of Louisiana State University and the LSU School of Allied Health Professions in New Orleans in 1997 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. Ms. Martin is a certified ASTYM system and ART provider. Her interest is in the treatment of orthopedic patients, particularly workers' compensation and sports medicine. She also performs functional capacity evaluations and does pre-placement screens. Ms. Martin has been practicing physical therapy with BRPT-Lake since 1997.
Dr. Weber is a native of Laplace, Louisiana. He graduated from Louisiana State University and received his Master of Physical Therapy degree in August 2003 from LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2013 from Evidence in Motion Physical Therapy Institute in Louisville, KY. Dr. Weber's clinical interest is in the treatment of orthopedic patients, particularly sports medicine and work-related injuries. He is a manual therapist and is Board Certified in Orthopedic Physical Therapy by the American Physical Therapy Association. Dr. Weber is a certified ART and ASTYM system provider. He has also completed level I and II training in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT) or Dry Needling through Kinetacore. Dr. Weber has been practicing physical therapy with BRPT-Lake since 2003.
Dr. Heard is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana. She received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Louisiana State University in 2015. In 2018, she received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine in Austin, TX. Hailey is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). She joined BRPT-Lake in 2018.
Ms. Couvillion graduated from LSU School of Allied Health Professions in 1993 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy. After graduation, Ms. Couvillion worked in acute care and in rehabilitation hospitals in New Orleans. In 1999 she earned the added credential of Certified Hand Therapist. Ms. Couvillion worked at Crescent City Physical Therapy in New Orleans until Hurricane Katrina in 2005, and relocated to Ascension Parish and BRPT-Lake in 2006. Ms. Couvillion's clinical expertise includes hand/upper extremity disorders and CancerFit as she is trained to perform lymphedema management. Ms. Couvillion is a certified ASTYM system provider.
Ms. Minvielle is a native of Gonzales, LA. She earned her Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assisting from Our Lady of the Lake College in 2013. Ms. Minvielle is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association. She joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2013.
Ms. Ali is a native of Prairieville, LA. She earned her Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Our Lady of the Lake College in 2003. Ms. Ali is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association as well as the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association. She joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2004.
Ms. Sutton is a native from Destrehan, La. She earned her Associate’s Degree in General Studies from River Parish Community College in 2010. She completed her Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Delgado Community College in 2018. Ms. Sutton is an active member of the American Physical Therapy association, as well as the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association. She joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2018.
Mr. Brunet is a native of LaPlace Louisiana. He received his Associate's Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Delgado Community College in 1999. Mr. Brunet has been a clinical instructor for Delgado's PTA program since 2011. He has received advanced proficiency rating from the APTA in Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy in 2010. Mr. Brunet is also the recipient of the 2011 LPTA Distinguished Service Award. He now resides with his family in Gonzales and joined BRPT in 2018.
A native of Paulina, LA. Graduated from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 2017, receiving a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology-Exercise Science. Then went on to graduate from Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University in 2019, receiving an Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting.
Dr. Fogle is a native of Sycamore, Illinois. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences from Michigan Technological University in Houghton, MI where he played basketball for the Huskies. He is also a graduate of the University of St. Augustine School for Health Sciences in St. Augustine, FL receiving his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2005. Dr. Fogle is an Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) in Physical Therapy as acknowledged by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Dr. Fogle's primary interests include orthopedics and sports medicine rehabilitation, including the use of state-of-the-art techniques such as ASTYM and ART. He has completed level I and II training in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT) or Dry Needling through Kinetacore. He is also a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA). Dr. Fogle has been practicing at BRPT-Lake since 2007.
Dr. Hernandez is a native of Thibodaux, LA. He graduated from Nicholls State University in 2012, where he received his Bachelor of Science in Pre-Professional Physical Therapy. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans in 2015. He has also completed Level 1 and Level 2 training in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT)/ Trigger Point Dry Needling (TDN) through Kinetacore. Dr. Hernandez is a certified ASTYM system provider and an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA). He has been practicing physical therapy with BRPT-Lake since 2015.
Dr. Rabalais is a native of Bunkie, LA. She graduated from Louisiana State University in 2014, where she received a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. In 2018, she received a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. Dr. Rabalais is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA). She joined BRPT-Lake in June 2018.
Sydney Chauvin is a native of Paulina, LA. She attended the University of Louisiana at Monroe where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology in 2015. She then returned to south Louisiana to earn her Associate of Science degree from Our Lady of the Lake College in Physical Therapist Assisting in 2017. Sydney joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2017.
Mr. Gough is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Louisiana State University in 2017. In 2019 he got his Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University He returned back to Baton Rouge Physical Therapy Lake in 2019.
Abigail Fontaine is a native from Baton Rouge, LA. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Southeastern Louisiana University in 2014. She completed her Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University in 2019. Mrs. Fontaine is an active member of the American Physical Therapy association, as well as the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association. She joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2019.
Dr. LeBlanc is a native of Greenwell Springs, Louisiana and earned his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at Louisiana State University. In 1999, he received a Master of Physical Therapy degree from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2009 from Evidence in Motion Physical Therapy Institute in Louisville, KY. Dr. LeBlanc is a manual therapist and an Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) in Physical Therapy as acknowledged by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. His clinical interests are primarily sports rehab and manual therapy, including state-of-the-art techniques such as Astym and ART. He has also completed level I and II training in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT) or Dry Needling through Kinetacore. Dr. LeBlanc is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA). He is a past president of the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association. Dr. LeBlanc has been practicing physical therapy with BRPT-Lake since 2000. In recognition for his achievements as a clinician and successes in professional association activities, Dr. LeBlanc was recognized in 2008 as the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Outstanding Physical Therapy Alumni. In 2010, he was recognized as one of the Baton Rouge Business Report 2010 Top 40 under 40 honorees. He is currently serving as a team physical therapist for the LSU Track and Field teams.
Dr. LeBlanc is a native of Dutchtown, LA. He graduated from Louisiana State University in 2010, where he received his Bachelor of Science in Biology. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans in 2013. Dr. LeBlanc is a certified ASTYM system provider. He has also completed Level 1 and Level 2 training through Kinetacore in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT)/Trigger Point Dry Needling (TDN). Dr. LeBlanc has been practicing physical therapy with BRPT-Lake since 2015.
Ms. Beatty is a native of Denham Springs, LA. She earned her Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Our Lady of the Lake College in 2000. She joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2000.
Mr. Latapie is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Business Management from Southeastern Louisiana University in 1993. He completed his Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Our Lady of the Lake College in May of 2014. Mr. Latapie is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association as well as the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association. He joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2014.
Mrs. Huval is a native of Central, Louisiana. She earned her Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Our Lady of the Lake College in May of 2010. She is also an all-star cheerleading coach in the Baton Rouge area. Mrs. Huval is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association as well as the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association. She joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2010.
Jenny, a native of Denham Springs, Louisiana, began her first Associate’s Degree in General Studies/Culinary Arts at Faulkner State, where she played college basketball and softball. She completed that degree in 2012 at the Louisiana Culinary Institute. In 2018, after serving over 8 years as a physical therapy technician in her community, she went on to earn her second Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University. She joined BRPT-Lake in August 2018.
Mr. Melancon is a native of Gonzales, Louisiana and is a 1991 graduate of the Louisiana State University School of Allied Health Professions with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2013 from Evidence in Motion Physical Therapy Institute in Louisville, KY. Mr. Melancon's clinical expertise is in the treatment of orthopedic patients, particularly sports medicine, work-related injuries. He is a certified ART and ASTYM system provider. Mr. Melancon is a manual therapist and Board Certified in Orthopedic Physical Therapy by the American Physical Therapy Association. He has been practicing physical therapy with BRPT-Lake since 1991.
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Sidney Saurage Morvant, a native of White Castle, LA, earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Dietetics from Nicholls State University in 1993. She was a member of the NSU Tennis Team and after graduation, became a Certified Member of the United States Professional Tennis Association. She has been coaching high school and adult tennis while working in the fitness industry as a nutritional counselor. Mrs. Morvant completed her Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting from Our Lady of the Lake in 2006 and joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2006.