We are excited to welcome Precise Physical Therapy to the Preferred family!
Same Therapists. Same Great Care. More Convenient Locations. New Name!
Precise is now Preferred Physical Therapy!
Precise Physical Therapy has been serving the community for years. We previously partnered with Preferred Physical Therapy and we are now changing our name to reflect that. Rest assured, though our name has changed, the faces and quality of care in our clinics remain the same.
We promise to bring you the very best care in Kansas City, now with just a few more faces and places to serve you.
Our Locations
Meet Our Team
Lindsay Gedney MS, OTR/L, CHT, CLT-LANA
Clinic Director, Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist
Lindsay Gedney MS, OTR/L, CHT, CLT-LANA
Clinic Director, Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand TherapistLindsay graduated from the University of Kansas Medical Center with a Master’s of Science in Occupational Therapy in 2005. Lindsay specializes in rehabilitation of the upper extremity and has an advanced Certification in Hand Therapy (CHT). She enjoys working with hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder conditions. Lindsay is also a Board Certified Lymphedema Therapist through the Lymphology Association of North America (CLT-LANA) and enjoys helping patients learn how to live their life to the fullest when managing lymphedema. She is also a certified ASTYM provider and enjoys the benefits that this specialized treatment technique offers her patients. In her spare time Lindsay enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, hiking, running and working out.
Allison Campion DPT
Physical Therapist
Allison Campion DPT
Physical TherapistAllison Campion, DPT, received her Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Kansas in 2004, and later received her Doctorate degree from KU in 2011. Allison’s interest in physical therapy began in her youth when her father tore his ACL ligament. She would observe his rehabilitation after surgery. Allison has been a physical therapist for 11 years and is a lifelong Wyandotte original. Allison loves treating sport related injuries and conditions of the spine. Allison enjoys spending time with her 2 children, playing sports, and exercising.
Katie Cuellar DPT
Physical Therapist
Katie Cuellar DPT
Physical TherapistKatie Cuellar graduated from Rockhurst University in 2009 with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Katie has experience treating a variety of conditions and patients of all ages, and she especially enjoys treating athletic injuries and incorporating Pilates into rehabilitation. In her free time, Katie enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and dog. Her other interests include running, working out, and attending KSU football games.
Dawn Gnuthake PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
Dawn Gnuthake PTA
Physical Therapist AssistantDawn graduated with her PTA degree from KCKCC in 2022. Dawn specializes in Aquatic Therapy and enjoys getting to know her patients and help them to achieve their goals. She enjoys working with patients of all ages and has a passion for providing quality care and evidence-based practice.
Melanie Slocombe MOTR/L, CHT
Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist
Melanie Slocombe MOTR/L, CHT
Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand TherapistMelanie joins the Preferred Physical Therapy family with 20 plus years of experience treating patients with arm and hand injuries. Melanie enjoys the unique challenge, creativity, and direct patient care experienced throughout hand/upper extremity rehabilitation. She considers it a blessing to navigate the healing process with each patient and enjoys celebrating every successful return to activity from seemingly simple daily tasks to high level work/sport pursuits.
When she is not at work, Melanie loves spending time with her husband, two sons, three Bernese Mountain dogs, one rescue kitty, family, and friends, participating in numerous fitness/sport/art projects, travel, time at the lake, church, and community outreach activities.
Education:
Master of Occupational Therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Studies from the University of Kansas Medical Center
Minor in Gerontology from Kansas State University
Specialty Training:
Hand Therapy Certification (CHT)
Extensive orthosis fabrication experience
Comprehensive sport-specific training
Cassie McCandless PT, DPT, CMP, ASTYM Cert.
Physical Therapist
Cassie McCandless PT, DPT, CMP, ASTYM Cert.
Physical TherapistCassie McCandless earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Missouri State University. Prior to that, Cassie obtained her Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion and Wellness from Missouri Southern State University.
Cassie specializes in orthopedics and is most interested in treating hip pain.
In her free time, Cassie enjoys spending time with her husband and two little boys, crafting, and exercising.
Renae Schmidt PT, DPT
Renae Schmidt PT, DPT
Renae Schmidt earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of South Dakota. Prior to that, Renae obtained her Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Sciences from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology.
Renae specializes in orthopedics and vestibular and is most interested in treating knee injuries.
In her free time, Renae enjoys running, spinning, and crafting.
Jessi Frank PT, DPT
Clinic Director, Physical Therapist
Jessi Frank PT, DPT
Clinic Director, Physical TherapistJessi Frank earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of Saint Mary. Prior to that, Jessi obtained her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of Kansas.
Jessi specializes in vestibular and dry needling and is most interested in treating shoulder injuries.
In her free time, Jessi enjoys reading, crocheting, and playing disc golf.
Laura Colleli PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Laura Colleli PT, DPT
Physical TherapistLaura Colleli earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from The University of Saint Mary. Prior to that, Laura obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Italian from Ohio State University.
Laura specializes in pelvic floor physical therapy and is most interested in treating female pelvic floor conditions and running related injuries.
In her free time, Laura enjoys going to concerts, baking, and playing board games.
Dr. Jordan Minor PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Dr. Jordan Minor PT, DPT
Physical TherapistDr. Jordan Minor earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Rockhurst University here in the Kansas City Metropolitan area. Prior to graduate school, Jordan earned her Bachelors of Science in Exercise and Movement Science from Missouri State University. Since completing her DPT, Jordan has taken multiple training courses through Herman and Wallace as well as Institute of Birth Healing (IBH).
Jordan specializes in orthopedic and pelvic health physical therapy for all genders. She most enjoys getting to watch her patients thrive and succeed in all aspects of life while building lifelong relationships.
In her free time, Jordan enjoys exploring new places with her boyfriend as well as hanging out at home with their two cats, Pico and Pesto. Jordan also enjoys reading and all things Disney.