RehabGym

Rehabilitation

North Central Kansas Medical Center has a highly trained team of therapists and assistants who provide physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and cardiac rehabilitation services. Our team works closely with one another and with other healthcare providers to deliver the highest quality care throughout your treatment plan. For questions or to schedule an appointment, please call 785-243-8514. Regular office hours are 7:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

  • Physical Therapy Services
    • Aquatic Therapy
    • Balance and Fall Prevention
    • Blood Flow Restriction Therapy
    • Concussion Therapy
    • Dry Needling
    • IASTM
    • LiteGait Body Weight Suspension System
    • Pediatric Therapy
    • Pre/Post-Operative Therapy
    • Worker's Compensation
    • Sports Medicine
    • Vestibular Rehabilitation
    • Pelvic Floor Therapy

  • Common Ailments Treated
    • Chronic Muscle Strains
    • Foot Pain
    • Generalized Weakness
    • Joint Pain
    • Lymphedema Treatment
    • Low Back Pain
    • Neck Pain and Headaches
    • Neurological Conditions (stroke, Parkinson's Disease, etc)
    • Shoulder Dysfunction
    • Sports and Running Injuries
    • Total Joint Replacements
    • Urinary Incontinence

  • Occupational Therapy
    • Carpal Tunnel
    • Chronic/Traumatic Injuries
    • Elbow, Wrist, and Hand Pain
    • Hand Therapy
    • IASTM
    • Manual Therapy
    • Neurological Conditions (stroke, Parkinson’s Disease, etc)
    • Orthopedics
    • Post-Operative Therapy
    • Trigger Finger
    • Worker’s Compensation

  • Speech Therapy
    • Articulation Therapy
    • Cognitive Therapy
    • Fluency Therapy
    • Language Therapy
    • LSVT LOUD Therapy
    • Memory Issues
    • Modified Barium Swallow Studies
    • Neurological Conditions (Stroke, Parkinson’s Disease, etc)
    • Swallowing Therapy
    • VitalStem
    • Voice Therapy

Rehabilitation Staff

Tyler Deutscher, PT, DPT, Rehab Services Supervisor

Tyler Deutscher, PT, DPT, Rehab Services Supervisor - Tyler Deutscher went to Sterling College where he played baseball for the Warriors for 4 years and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology. He then earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Saint Mary in Leavenworth, Kansas in 2016. Tyler has served as the Rehab Services Supervisor since January 2019. He is certified in Dry Needling and has completed additional education in concussion management, vestibular rehab, sports medicine, blood flow restriction training, and kinesiotaping.

Lori, PT, Physical Therapist

Lori, PT, Physical Therapist - Lori attended physical therapy school at KU Med and graduated in 1999. She has worked at CCHC since 2007. She specializes in pediatric care and provides infant toddler services for OCCK and is trained in lymphedema management and dry needling.

Jody, PTA, Physical Therapy Assistant

Jody, PTA, Physical Therapy Assistant - Jody graduated from the Washburn University Physical Therapy Program in 1988. She has worked at Cloud County Health Center since 1998. Jody works with pediatric to geriatric aged patients in the inpatient/SNF, outpatient and home health settings.

Courtney, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist

Courtney, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist - Courtney went to Kansas State University where she graduated with her Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology in 2019. She then earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center in 2022. Courtney enjoys working with patients of all ages and has interests in both inpatient and outpatient physical therapy settings.

Jordan, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist

Jordan, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist - Jordan graduated from Clifton-Clyde High School before obtaining his Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology from Kansas State University. He earned his Masters from The University of Kansas Medical Center. Jordan's Specialties include rehabilitation of the Upper Extremity as well as promoting independence and safety inside and outside of the home.

Richard, PT, DSc, ATC, Physical Therapist

Richard, PT, DSc, ATC, Physical Therapist - Richard attended the U.S. Army-Baylor University Graduate Program in Physical Therapy in 1994 where he earned his Masters of Physical Therapy Degree. He later obtained his Doctor of Science Degree (Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Physical Therapy) from U.S. Military-Baylor University Post-professional Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy Doctoral Residency Program.

Kristin, PTA, Physical Therapy Assistant

Kristin, PTA, Physical Therapy Assistant - Kristin has worked for Cloud County Health Center/NCKMed since 2020. She graduated in 2002 from Northeast Community College and has worked in many different settings including outpatient clinic, inpatient hospital care, skilled nursing facilities and home health.

Alyssa, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist

Alyssa, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist - Alyssa is a Concordia native and following her graduation at CHS in 2013, she attended Kansas State University. She earned a B.S. in Psychology in 2016 from KSU. She then attended the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program at the University of Kansas Medical Center and graduated in 2019. Alyssa joined the rehabilitation staff at North Central Kansas Medical Center in 2022, after practicing as a PT in two other critical access hospitals in Kansas. She enjoys working and connecting with a wide variety of patients in her hometown.

Lauren, M.S., CCC-SLP, Speech Therapist

Lauren, M.S., CCC-SLP, Speech Therapist - Lauren attended Kansas State University where she received her Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences & Disorders in 2011. She earned her Master’s of Science in CSD from Rockhurst University in 2013. Lauren joined the rehabilitation team at NCKMC in 2023. She has experience providing speech, language, swallowing, and myofunctional therapy to both adult and pediatric patients.

Bethany, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist

Bethany, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist - Bethany attended Kansas State University where she graduated with her Bachelor's Degree in Life Science in 2008. She then earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center in 2011. Bethany is a certified lymphedema therapist and also specializes in pelvic floor rehabilitation.

Natalie, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist

Natalie, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist - Natalie attended Kansas State University and received her Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology in 2011. She went on to earn her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center in 2014. Natalie joined the rehabilitation team at North Central Kansas Medical Center in 2023. She enjoys working with a wide variety of patients and had received additional education in vestibular rehab, kinesiotaping, and instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization.

Deanna, PTA, Physical Therapy Assistant

Deanna, PTA, Physical Therapy Assistant - Deanna graduated from Colby Community College Physical Therapy Program in 1994. She joined the Rehab Department at NCKMC in 2024. Deanna enjoys working with a wide variety of patients. She has worked in multiple settings through the years including Hospital Inpatient and Outpatient, Skilled Nursing Facilities and Home Health.