Staff
Kathryn Ellsworth, PT, OCS
Title: Physical Therapist and Clinic Supervisor for Crow Valley and King Plaza
School and Year of Graduation: Buena Vista College 1995; St. Ambrose University MPT 1998
Specialization/Certification: Kathryn earned her Board Certification in Orthopedics from the American Physical Therapy Association in 2006 and is currently completing her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at St. Ambrose University. Kathryn is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association, including the Orthopedic section of the APTA.
Community/Recreational Activities: Kathryn grew up in Knoxville, Iowa and now resides in Blue Grass, Iowa with her husband and three boys. She enjoys spending her free time with her family, bicycling, camping and traveling.
Karl Stratman, PT
Title: Physical Therapist
School and Year of Graduation: Truman State University BS in Exercise Science 1993; St. Ambrose University MPT 1997.
Specialization/Certification: Karl is in his 13th year as a physical therapist. Karl enjoys working with all types of orthopedic conditions and has special interest in the shoulder and throwing related injuries.
Community/Recreational Activities: Karl resides in Davenport with his wife of 15 years, Jennifer and their three children: Lindsay, 10, Jessica, 8 and J.J., 7. Karl enjoys golfing and he used to enjoy watching the Cubs.
Wendy Volkert, MPT
Title: Physical Therapist
School and Year of Graduation: Clark College MPT, 2001
Specialization/Certification: Wendy began her career working for Genesis Medical Center rotating among several inpatient departments to develop a sound base for acute medical conditions. Wendy then transitioned to an outpatient physical therapy setting and has worked for the past 6 years in North Carolina, Georgia and Iowa. Wendy enjoys working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds with orthopedic and neurological disabilities.
Jay Richard, PT, MPT, OCS
Title: Physical Therapist
School and Year of Graduation: The University of Iowa MPT, 1993.
Specialization/Certification: Jay is currently practicing at Genesis Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine at Crow Valley. Jay earned the designation of Orthopedic Clinical specialist in 2006. He has been practicing in the outpatient orthopedic environment for 17 years. Jay specializes in treating clients with orthopedic problems, sports injuries, and post surgical cases to include the evidence-based treatment and management of patients with injury or pain in all areas of the spine.
Justin Hillebrand, DPT
Title: Physical Therapist
School and Year of Graduation: Loras College, 2007 BA in Sports Science; Clark College DPT
Community/Recreational Activities: Justin was born and raised in Dyersville, IA and currently live in Bettendorf, IA. When not working at Genesis, I enjoy spending time out in nature either hunting or fishing. Other hobbies of mine include attending classic rock concerts and enjoying Hawkeye football.
Amy Castro, PT
Title: Physical Therapist
School and Year of Graduation: University of Montana, BS in Physical Therapy, 1987
Specialization/Certification: Amy has worked in all types of settings including acute care, neuro-rehab, home health, nursing home and outpatient. She enjoys working with upper quarter disorders and vestibular rehab.
Community/Recreation Activities: Amy is married to her husband, Jeff, and she has two children, Kiana and Kyler. She enjoys swimming, bicycling, running and motivating others to achieve their goals.
Bridget Blunk, PT, MSPT, OCS
Title: Physical Therapist
School and Year of Graduation: Augustana College, BA in Biology and Spanish, 1999; Washington University in St. Louis, Masters of Science in Physical Therapy, 2001
Specialization/Certification: Bridget earned her Board Certification in Orthopeadics from the American Physical Therapy Association in 2009. She is an active member in the American Physical Therapy Association, participating locally in the Iowa Chapter's southwest district and nationally as a member in the orthopeadic section.
Community/Recreational Activities: Bridget was raised in Edgington, Illinois. She now lives in Bettendorf, Iowa, with her husband, Richard, and her two sons, Alex and Sam. She enjoys spending time with her family, going to local events, bicycling, and hiking.
Dana Taylor, ATC
Title: Athletic Trainer
School and Year of Graduation: Iowa State University with a Bachelor Degree in Health and Human Performance and completed the CATTE accredited athletic training program in 2010.
Specialization/Certification:
Dana was an academic Big 12 conference selection in track and cross country for three years. She is currently working for Genesis Physical Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine at Crow Valley. Dana enjoys working with athletes of all ages.
Community/Recreational Activities: Dana is originally from Minnesota but now resides in Davenport, IA with her husband.
Mark Pischke OTR/L, CHT
Title: Occupational Therapist
School and Year of Graduation: St. Ambrose University, 2001 and OT in 2003
Specialization/Certification: Mark became a Board Certified Hand Therapist and has been practicing in orthopedic hand and upper extremity rehabilitation. Mark is certified in the ASTYM system and enjoys treating all cumulative trauma disorders and surgical repairs of the hand and wrist.
Community/Recreational Activities: Outside of work, Mark enjoys playing golf and spending time with his family.
Kerri Johnson OTR/L, CHT
Title: Occupational Therapist
School and Year of Graduation: St. Ambrose University, 1994 BS in Occupational Therapy with a minor in Psychology.
Specialization/Certification: She obtained her certification as Certified Hand Therapist in 2005. Kerri is an active member in ASHT.
Community/Recreational Activities: Kerri is from Davenport, IA and resides in Davenport with her husband, son, and 2 dogs. She enjoys spending time with her family, running, volleyball, spin class, and traveling.
Mike Green, PTA
Title: Physical Therapist Assistant
School and Year of Graduation: St. Ambrose University, 2001 BS; Black Hawk College, PTA
Community/Recreational Activities: Mike grew up in Cherokee, Iowa and now lives in Davenport, Iowa with his wife and son. He enjoys spending time with family and friends and playing golf.
