Williamsport

Physical Therapy • Direct Access

Functional Capacity Evaluation •  Massage Therapy • Vestibular Rehabilitation

Occupational Therapy • Hand Therapy • Saebo Arm Training Program

 816 Westminster Drive

Williamsport, PA 17701

570-326-5729

Fax: 570-326-5602

 

Staff:

Nancy E. Wood, PT, MS

Wendy Hooper, PT

Cindy Allegrucci

Allison Poplaski

Maria A. Ungard, OTR/L, MS, CHT
Cindy DeWald, CMT

Facility Director/Physical Therapist        

Staff Physical Therapist         

Facility Secretary

Facility Secretary

Occupational Therapist/Certified Hand Therapist

Certified Massage Therapist/Clinical Secretary

Nancy E. Wood, PT, MS

Facility Director/Physical Therapist

Nancy joined the PHOENIX Rehabilitation and Health Services team in April 2007 as Facility Director and treating Physical Therapist of the Williamsport facility. Most recent to her role with PHOENIX, Nancy's career includes patient care in the Williamsport area in addition to several communities in New York. Outside of the office, Nancy enjoys spending time with her children, traveling, gardening and volunteering with her church youth group. She presently resides in the Williamsport community with her husband and three children.

EDUCATION
Ithaca College
   Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, 1985 

Long Island University
   M.S. Physical Therapy, Musculoskeletal Tract

   Education Minor, 1993
Emory University
   Vestibular Rehabilitation, Certified Specialist, 2006

CERTIFICATION

  Direct Access

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
  American Physical Therapy Association
  Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association

    -Orthopedics Section Member

    -Neurology Section Member

  Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce

CONTINUING EDUCATION
  Advanced Vestibular Rehabilitation

  Vestibular Rehabilitation

  Lumbar Stabilization Training

  McConnell Taping

  Spinal Mobilization

  Closed Chain

  When the Foot hits the Ground

  Stroke Rehabilitation

  Motor Learning

PROFESSIONAL PHILOSOPHY...

“I feel every person is an individual with lifestyles, jobs and hobbies that are different from everyone else; therefore, it is essential for me to develop an individualized treatment plan based on your specific needs and your goals. I put a priority on educating the patient about his/her condition in order to obtain the best outcome from their experience with physical therapy.”

PATIENT CARE PHILOSOPHY...

"My goal is to provide the best care to each patient in a professional, compassionate and fun environment. I am dedicated to continually obtaining knowledge of current research to enhance my ability to provide the highest quality patient care. I look forward to the opportunity to assist the people of the community through rehabilitation."

Wendy L. Hooper, PT

Physical Therapist

Wendy joined the PHOENIX Rehabilitation and Health Services team in January 2008. Since becoming a physical therapist, Wendy has had the opportunity to work with a variety of patients including spinal injuries, chronic pain, post-operative orthopedics, geriatrics, and sports related injuries. Outside the clinic, she enjoys hiking, biking and skiing. Wendy presently resides in Plunketts Creek Township, PA with her husband and their Cocker Spaniel, Bailey.

EDUCATION
  Ithaca College
    Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, 1986
 

CERTIFICATION

  CPR Certified
   International Weight Lifting Association
 

CONTINUING EDUCATION
  Spinal and Extremity Mobilization
  Craniosacral Therapy
  McConnell Taping
  Visceral Manipulation
  Muscle Energy
  IWA Weight Training Certification
  Neural Tissue Tension
  Chain Reaction Explosion
  Functional Medicine
 

PROFESSIONAL PHILOSOPHY...

 “In order to deliver the best care possible, and to facilitate the healing process of our patients, I believe we need to continually strive to grow and learn as individuals ourselves. I welcome the opportunity to learn from my peers and colleagues and also enjoy furthering my knowledge through continuing education seminars.”
 

PATIENT CARE PHILOSOPHY...

“I believe that every patient deserves to be treated with respect and care and should receive full attention to their individual needs. I also believe that a patient’s healing process has to be a team effort, one in which the patient, physical therapist and physician involved are all working toward a common goal. In this way, there is a shared responsibility for the ultimate wellness of the patient. Additionally, throughout this process, it is my goal to educate patients so that they may maintain their health to the best of the ability once they have finished their physical therapy rehabilitation.”

Maria A. Ungard, OTR/L, MS, CHT

Occupational Therapist

Certified Hand Therapist

Maria joined the PHOENIX Rehabilitation and Health Services team in December 2008. Since becoming an occupational therapist, Maria has had the opportunity to work with a variety of patients including but not limited to those with post traumatic injuries, tendon repairs and reconstruction, joint replacements, arthritis, neurological conditions, and lymphedema. Outside the clinic, she enjoys spending time with her family and running. Maria presently resides in Williamsport with her husband and two children.

EDUCATION
Drexel University
Hand & Upper Quarter Rehabilitation Certification, 2006

College Misericordia
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, 1999

Slipper Rock University
Bachelor of Science, Health & Physical Ed., 1995


CERTIFICATION
Certified Hand Therapist
CPR
Saebo Trained Therapist


CONTINUING EDUCATION
Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation

Neuropathy of the Upper Extremity: Differential
Diagnosis

Lymphedema Management (Leduc Method)

Philadelphia Meeting 2008: Surgery and Rehab of
the Hand with Emphasis on the Elbow

BTE Technologies: Work Simulator II Training

Medicare Documentation for Medical Necessity

Osteoarthritis: Bone and Joint Disease

Saebo: Improving Upper Extremity Motor
Recover y Following Stroke

PROFESSIONAL PHILOSOPHY...

“In order to better serve the needs of each individual, I believe that it is my responsibility to maintain a high level of expertise and knowledge in the field of occupational therapy and as a certified hand therapist. This will allow me to assist my patients in changing a perceived disability into functional ability and independence.”

PATIENT CARE PHILOSOPHY...

“I believe that every person is an individual, with individual needs and goals. Therefore, it is my responsibility to assist you in achieving a level of independence to which you are capable of in all areas of life including daily living tasks, as well as, work and leisure activities. I will focus on your abilities to attain these goals in order to achieve the highest quality of life possible.”

Cindy DeWald, CMT

Certified Massage Therapist

Cindy is a certified massage therapist trained in a wide variety of massage techniques.
 

EDUCATION
McCann School of Business & Technology 2004
     Massage Therapy
Northampton Community College 1998
     Associate Degree in Applied Science


Specialty Techniques Include:
Swedish Massage

Reflexology
Deep Tissue Massage

Sports Massage
Reiki

Pregnancy Massage
Aromatherapy

Geriatric Massage
Trigger Point Therapy

Infant Massage