Karl L. Kleinpeter, PT, Director

BS – Physical Therapy, Louisiana State University Medical Center, School of Allied Health Professions, New Orleans, LA
Pre-physical therapy – Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA
Member – American Physical Therapy Association, Louisiana Physical Therapy Association, Governmental Affairs Committee District Chairman
Continued education – Mulligan Approach (NAGS, SNAGS, MWMs), Advances in Clinical Applications of Electrotherapy and Traction in Orthopedics, Lumbar Functional Stabilization Training, Evaluation and Management of the Lumbar Spine, Knee-Foot/ Ankle Program, Advanced Massage Techniques for Physical Therapists, Shoulder Clinical Specialization, Spine Clinical Specialization, McKenzie Institute; Mechanical Therapy of the Lumbar Spine, Mechanical Therapy of the Cervical and Thoracic Spine, Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy of the Spine, ASTYM Certification

Karl Kleinpeter and his wife, Stacey, have four children, Alyssa, Kalyn and identical twins Andrew and Kristopher. In addition to spending time with his family, Karl enjoys sports and outdoor activities.

Scott Champagne, MPT, PES

MPT – University of St. Augustine, St. Augustine, FL
BS – Kinesiology, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA
Member – American Physical Therapy Association, Louisiana Physical Therapy Association
Licensed physical therapist – State of Louisiana, #04324
Continued education – Mulligan Approach (NAGS, SNAGS, MWMs), An Introduction to Pilates, The Knee: Evaluation and Treatment, Functional Rehabilitation Concepts for Rapid Restoration of Optimal Musculoskeletal Function, Assessment of the Lumbar Spine, Managing the Patient with Low Back Pain
Community involvement – Zachary Area Soccer Association, Youth Soccer Coach; Kings Harvest Fellowship

Scott and his wife Jennifer have five children; Caleb, Gabriella, Aubrey, Lucas, and Sophia. Scott enjoys spending time with his family and fishing.

Patrick Cook, MPT, CSCS

MPT – Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA
BS – Kinesiology, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA
Member – American Physical Therapy Association, Louisiana Physical Therapy Association
Certifications – Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist; Certified ASTYM provider
Continued education – Manual Physical Therapy of the Spine: Manipulation Update, Functional Biomechanics of the Lower Extremity, Differential Diagnosis of the CT Junction and Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization
Community involvement – member Chapel on the Campus

Patrick and his wife Jessica both enjoy spending time with their large families, cooking, being outdoors, and exercising.

Christie Heath, PT, CCCE

BS – Physical Therapy, Louisiana State University Medical Center School of Allied Health Professions, Shreveport, LA
BS – Kinesiology, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA
Member – American Physical Therapy Association, Louisiana Physical Therapy Association
Continued education – Current Trends in Sports and Orthopedic Rehabilitation, Evaluation and Treatment of Sacroiliac and Related Pelvic Joint Dysfunction, Back Education and Training, Mulligan Approach (NAGs, SNAGs, MWMs). The Shoulder and Upper Quarter, Certified Coordinator of Clinical Education.
Community involvement – Galilee Baptist Church

Christie Heath and her husband, Mike, have two children, Trevor and Audrey. She enjoys jogging, spending time with family, and traveling.

Matt Yglesias, MPT

MPT – Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA
BS – Biology, Millsaps College, Jackson, MS
Member – American Physical Therapy Association, Louisiana Physical Therapy Association
Certifications – ASTYM certified provider
Continued education – Evaluating and Improving Function in the Older Adult: an Evidenced Based Approach; Introduction to Spinal Manipulation and Mobilization; Manual Physical Therapy Management of the Spine – an Update on Current Best Evidence on Spinal Manipulation; ASTYM System to L.E. Pelvis & Lumbar Spine; ASTYM System to Upper Extremity & Shoulder Girdle; Shoulder, Hip and Knee: Functional Assessment and Treatment; Functional Biomechanics of the Lower Quarter
Community involvement – Ring Community Church Member

Matt enjoys playing golf, fishing, and participating in any sporting activities in his spare time.

Michel Beard, LOTR, CHT

BS – Occupational Therapy, Louisiana State University Medical Center, New Orleans, LA
Member – Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association, American Society of Hand Therapists
Continued education – Upper Extremity Anatomy, Kinesiotaping, Clinical Reasoning for Successful Hand splinting. Unlocking Mysteries of the Wrist, Doctors Demystify to Elbow, Nerve Mobilization of the Upper Extremity

Michel Beard and her husband Jim have three children, Ryan, Hunter, and Jacob. She enjoys vacationing with family, photography, and scrap booking.

Alicia Jarreau, DPT

DPT – Doctor of Physical Therapy—University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, St. Augustine, FL
BS – Health and Exercise Science—Northwestern State University of Louisiana, Natchitoches, LA
Member – American Physical Therapy Association, Louisiana Physical Therapy Association
Continued education – Introduction to Spinal Evaluation and manipulation, Myofacial Manipulation, Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation, Pregnancy and Postpartum Evaluation and Treatment, Basic Craniofacial, Applied Performance Psychology, Medical Errors, Spinal Instability.

Alisha Jarreau and her husband, Jason, have one child, Abby Grace. She is a member of the Baton Rouge Symphony Chorus and enjoys crafting/painting.