Gladstone
Gladstone, MO 64118 Get Directions
Phone
(816) 413-0900Fax
816-413-0737Clinic Hours
- Monday
- 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Thursday
- 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Friday
- 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Services & Treatments at this location
- Aquatic Therapy
- ASTYM®
- Balance and Vestibular Therapy
- Functional Capacity Evaluations
- Occupational Therapy
- Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
- Women’s Health
Meet the Team
Bob Cole OTR/L
Clinic DirectorBob Cole OTR/L
Clinic DirectorBob was born and raised in Osawatomie, KS, and currently lives in Liberty, MO with his wife, Julie Cole. He has two kids and one grandchild. He enjoys golfing and has been the Director of Golf at William Jewell College for the past 10 years. He enjoys this opportunity to teach golf as well as provide education regarding orthopedic rehab. Bob mentored for two years in physical therapy under Russ Small, PT to enhance his orthopedic skills. His background is in rehab and orthopedic spine business development. For the past 7 years, he has been a practice manager for family practices and neurosurgical physicians. He continues to consult for physician practices regarding business development.
Education
- University of Kansas – Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
- Ergo Science Functional Capacity Evaluation Certified
- Work Steps Certified
Focus
- Worker’s Compensation
- Functional Capacity Evaluation
- Ergonomics
Shari Albrightc PTA
Therapist AssistantShari Albrightc PTA
Therapist AssistantShari was born and raised in Liberty, Missouri where she was the youngest child of two. She enjoyed playing basketball and played the saxophone in the symphonic band. Following graduation from Liberty High School, Shari Attended University of Missouri- Columbia to pursue further education. She was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta where she enjoyed playing and officiating intramurals. People with special needs have always held a special place in Shari’s heart. She was employed as a personal care attendant for college students for a time, and that is where she found her true passion. This eventually led to her earning a degree in Recreational Therapy.
Shari began her career as a Recreational Therapist for the Park Hill School District. She enjoyed this position but missed being able to stay at home with her children. She raised her children full-time until 2011 when she felt called to study Physical Therapy. In her spare time, Shari enjoys spending time with her husband and their two children. Together they like to travel, play and watch sports.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Recreational Therapy from University of Missouri- Columbia 1994
- Associate’s Degree of Science in Physical Therapy from Penn Valey Health Science Institute 2014
Additional Training
- Certified ASTYM Provider
Focus
- Aquatic Therapy
Dr. Becky Phung PT, DPT
TherapistDr. Becky Phung PT, DPT
TherapistBecky was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. She decided to make the move to the other side of the Show-Me-State after falling in love with Kansas City following two months spent there for a clinical rotation. Becky first gained exposure to the world of physical therapy after she injured her elbow in a biking accident and had to receive physical therapy herself.
Volunteering and giving back to the community has always been a big part of Becky’s life. At Mizzou, Becky participated in PhysZou, the school’s pro-bono physical therapy clinic, serving the uninsured and underinsured members of the community. She also volunteered at NeuroPhysZou, treating clients with predominately neurological conditions. At Adapted Gymnastics, Becky worked with children with special needs during modified gymnastics in order to improve motor function and foster socialization with peers. Becky’s other hobbies include hiking, DIY crafting, and reading. Becky is also a big movie buff. Her favorite movie is Saving Private Ryan.
Throughout her clinical rotations, Becky has gained exposure in both hospital and outpatient settings. She would like to continue to develop her clinical skills as an outpatient therapist with goals to specialize in women’s health as well as vestibular and balance rehabilitation.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Truman State University
- Doctorate of Physical Therapy, University of Missouri-Columbia
Rebecca Stannard PT, DPT, PHC
Physical TherapistRebecca Stannard PT, DPT, PHC
Physical TherapistDr. Rebecca Stannard earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree and Bachelor of Health Science from the University of Missouri. Upon completing her doctorate, Rebecca also completed the Pelvic Health Certification program through Evidence In Motion (EIM) and is now a pelvic health certified therapist.
Rebecca enjoys working with a variety of patients including pelvic health, and orthopedics, and returning to sports/ athletics.
In her free time, she likes being outdoors, spending time with family including 9 nieces and nephews, and watching Mizzou/ Alabama football games.
Derek Porting PTA - A.S. PTA from KCKCC, B.A. Ex Phys from Washburn
Physical Therapist AssistantDerek Porting PTA - A.S. PTA from KCKCC, B.A. Ex Phys from Washburn
Physical Therapist AssistantDerek Porting earned his Associates of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant from Kansas City Kansas Community College. Prior to that, Derek obtained her Bachelor in Arts degree in Exercise Physiology from Washburn University.
Derek specializes in general orthopedic rehab and is most interested in treating shoulders or low back.
In his free time, Derek enjoys working out, trying new restaurants, watching sports especially the Kansas City Chiefs and K-State Wildcats, woodworking projects, and spending time with his wife, and two dogs Daisy and Izzy.
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