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Callie Johnson, D.P.T., attended Chadron State College in Chadron, Nebraska, where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in human biology in 2017. She then attended the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, to obtain her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2022. She has primarily worked in the area of orthopedics.
Callie focuses on functional strengthening and manual therapy to allow patients to achieve their goals. She enjoys working with all orthopedic conditions and specializes in dry needling.
Heidi Gleason, O.T.R./L., graduated from the University of North Dakota in 1996 with a Bachelor of Science degree in occupational therapy and in 2006 from the University of Mary at the Billings campus with a Master of Management degree.
Heidi has 20-plus years of experience with inpatient and outpatient orthopedic and neurological conditions. Heidi is passionate about working with people of all ages to restore and maximize function. She strives to know her patients and directs therapy so it is specific and meaningful to each individual.
Valorie Baule, P.T.A., graduated from the physical therapist assistant program at Central Wyoming College in 1997. Valorie has worked in a variety of settings, including acute rehab, long-term care facilities, home health, and outpatient rehabilitation. Her areas of specialty include manual therapy, myofascial release, balance and vestibular rehab, orthopedic rehab, and aquatic therapy as well as stroke, brain injury, and neurological disorders utilizing Neuro-IFRAH® techniques. She is LSVT certified and is closely involved in the Parkinson's community.