Erica joined the Summit Rehab team in February 2020 after moving to Spokane in December 2019 from Columbus, OH. Erica knew she wanted a career in Occupational Therapy after her father suffered two severe strokes in 2000. Her father went through months of strenuous therapy and with the help of his incredibly therapists was able to […]
Mitch joined the Summit Rehab team in 2019 with previous experience in outpatient occupational hand therapy as well as massage therapy. He treats using manual skills developed as a massage practitioner and orthopedic rehabilitation knowledge gained as a hand specialist. His technique employs a holistic approach to patient function for return to meaningful activity and improved […]
Ellie has been practicing as a Massage Therapist since 2013 following graduation from the Inland Massage Institute in Spokane. Ellie has spent her time working with Physical Therapists, Chiropractors and other highly trained Massage Therapists and enjoys creating a tailored approach to each patient’s needs to maximize their recovery process. Ellie has extensive training in […]
Liz joined the Summit Rehab team in July of 2019.She has worked in the outpatient setting, specializing in manual therapy, fascial release, sports injuries, and functional movement assessment while completing her orthopedic residency in 2015. Recently, Liz focused on her sports therapy training, including concussion management while working with the Gonzaga University Sports Medicine Team […]
Barb joined the Summit Rehab team in March of 2018. With over 20 years experience as an outpatient orthopedic physical therapist, Barb brings a great deal of knowledge and skill to our team. Barb believes that teamwork is the best approach to therapy. She works with her clients as a team to develop strategies to provide […]
Angela joined the Summit Rehab team in February of 2017 following graduation from Eastern Washington University’s Masters in Occupational Therapy Program. Prior to graduation, Angela completed a clinical rotation under Summit Rehab owner and therapist Bob Hoctor where she gained experience in work injury Management and ergonomics. Her current rehabilitation interests include work rehabilitation and […]
Kari, a Texas native, joined the Summit Rehab team in August of 2016. She attended the University of Wyoming on a swimming scholarship, receiving her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Health Promotion. She moved to Spokane and graduated from Eastern Washington University in 2013 with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Since graduating, Kari has […]
Gabe joined the Summit Rehab team in July 2016 following graduation from the Spokane Falls Physical Therapy Assistant Program. Gabe brings an enthusiastic energy to the Summit team and enjoys working with patients of all levels with orthopedic involvement. Gabe especially enjoys treating patients with spine, knee, and shoulder dysfunctions as well as high school, […]
Jim Strandy founded Summit Rehabilitation Associates in August of 1997. Prior to opening Summit, Jim worked as a hospital and home health physical therapist before moving into private practice in 1980. Jim began specializing in hand therapy at that time and continued his education and training in this field, eventually obtaining his specialized certification when it […]
Zach has been practicing as a physical therapist since 2007. Following graduation from Eastern Washington University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Zach joined Summit Rehab as a staff therapist and became a partner in 2011. Zach currently treats using principles learned through the Institute of Physical Art which he is able to apply to […]