Susan Leger, DS, MS, PT, NDTC, IMTC

Dr. Susan Leger is the Director of Neurologic Integrative Manual Therapy (IMT) for all CentersIMT, worldwide, and is General Manager at her home base at CenterIMT Atlanta. She is an instructor for both the Connecticut School of Integrative Manual Therapy and Westbrook University.

Dr. Leger is a Neuroscience Specialist with a Doctor of Science (DS) degree in Health Science and Nutrition from Westbrook University (2004). She received her BS in Physical Therapy from the University of Florida in 1979, and her MS in Exercise Physiology and Cardiac Rehabilitation from Louisiana State University in 1985. She has received in-depth Neurodevelopment Treatment training (NDT certified), as well as extensive education in a wide range of other therapeutic models such as Acupressure, Cranial Therapies, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Mechanical Link, Mobilization, Motor Control, Motor Learning, Polarity, Proprioceptive Neuromotor Facilitation, Sensory Integration and Praxis, Visceral Manipulation, and Zero Balancing.

Dr. Leger has been directly trained by the developer of IMT, Dr. Sharon W. Giammatteo. She has advanced her expertise in IMT to the highest level, being the first to complete her Doctorate degree with an IMT emphasis. Dr. Leger’s doctoral dissertation is titled “The Effects of Integrative Manual Therapy on Spinal Cord Injury Recovery.” Susan’s other publications include: Significant Functional Gains Using Integrative Manual Therapy with a Patient Diagnosed with Cerebellar Ataxia and Peripheral Demylination; Lower Extremity Biomechanical Checklist for the Neurologically Involved; Taping Applications for the Neurologically Involved; and Exercise Risks and Benefits for Diabetic Individuals: A Review. Susan is currently working on a book titled Spinal Cord Injury Recovery: A Guide For Never Evers.

Dr. Leger has taught over 180 post graduate level workshops on assessment, handling and movement, lower extremity biomechanics, gait, and the fabrication and function of lower extremity casting, splinting, and orthotic design throughout the U.S. and in 5 other countries. She has taught the full spectrum of IMT courses available, from entry level to the most advanced. In addition, she has been a speaker at numerous state, regional, and national conferences.

Susan lives in Fayetteville, Georgia with her two dogs and two cats, and is extremely proud of her three accomplished children. She is a weekend golfer and tennis player, as well as a scuba diver, zip-liner, cruiser, and overall world traveler.

Kathy Devine, MSPT, IMT

Kathy Devine is the Director of Physical Therapy at CenterIMT Atlanta. She has extensive experience with outpatient physical therapy leadership as an outpatient therapy supervisor and former owner of an outpatient physical therapy clinic. In addition, she has eleven years of physical therapy teaching experience as an assistant professor for Texas Woman’s University, the University of Illinois and Cuyahoga Community College.

Kathy is an outpatient, physical therapy specialist with a Master of Science (MS) degree in biomechanics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina (1979) and a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the Ohio State University (1972). Her post graduate training emphasizes various manual therapies and she has specialized in outpatient physical therapy pain recovery for 25 years.

To further enhance her extraordinary diagnostic skills, Kathy completed her Certification in Integrative Manual Therapy (IMT) through the Connecticut School of IMT in June of 2010. Concurrently, she has plans to complete her Doctor of Science degree in Health Science and Nutrition.

Kathy lives in Fayetteville, Georgia. In her leisure time, she takes long walks, plays cards, reads and watches movies. During her time off, she is visiting her two children and two grandchildren.

Josh Davis, PT, DPT, MTC, CSCS, IMT

Josh graduated with a BS in exercise and sport science from The University of Georgia in 2002. In 2005 he earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine. Josh received his Manual Therapy Certification in 2007 from the University of St. Augustine and his certification as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist from The National Strength and Conditioning Association in 2008.

Since joining the Atlanta team, Josh is now in the process of furthering his expertise by completing certification courses in Integrative Manual Therapy (IMTc) through The Connecticut School of Integrative Manual Therapy. He is also the Director of Continuing Education for CenterIMT Atlanta.

Josh currently resides in LaGrange, GA. In his spare time he enjoys weight training, running his dogs, bocce, going to University of Georgia football games, and traveling with his wife Laura.

Pam Wellons, PTA, IMT

Pam, a Physical Therapist Assistant, received her degree from Green River Community College in 1997 and has been a practicing Physical Therapist Assistant for 11 years. She has demonstrated excellent perceptive skills with her hands along with outstanding treatment skills. Pam is completing her Certification at the Connecticut School of Integrative Manual Therapy (IMT) in Bloomfield, Connecticut. She will sit for her Certification examination in IMT in July of 2009.

Pam and her husband live in Fayetteville, and are kept very busy being the parents of two children (boy and girl twins).

Sheila D. Ford, ISSA Certified Fitness Trainer, IMT, SPTA

Sheila is the Personal Training Manager for CenterIMT Atlanta. She has been a personal trainer for over 18 years. Her dedication to maintaining a fit lifestyle is derived from the satisfaction that she has gained both mentally and physically during her years of training. Sheila is both actively enrolled in a Physical Therapy Assistant program and intensely pursuing her Certification in Integrative Manual Therapy at the Connecticut School of Integrative Manual Therapy (IMT).

Loretta Johnson, ISSA, AFAA & AEA Certified Fitness Trainer

Loretta brings the focus with the laughter to CenterIMT Atlanta. Her extensive experience as a personal trainer, stimulated with a true joy in motivating patients, creates an amazing realm of rehabilitation and recovery. Loretta shines in the area of strength and fitness and has an amazing gift in producing changes with persons with spinal cord injury.

She and her husband have one son, two labs, and enjoy swimming, kayaking, running, and doing elaborate children’s parties for special occasions.

Kelly Bowman, Office Manager

With over ten years experience in the medical field, and serving her country in the Navy, as an airplane mechanic, Kelly is truly a ‘jack of all trades’. Her job description is vast. She may be answering the phone, giving directions, creating therapy forms, ordering supplies, filing and editing pictures and video, repairing equipment, or sewing an abdominal binder, (all at the same time!).

Kelly has two daughters and one adorable granddaughter. She has enjoyed living in Fayette County since 1995. When not working, Kelly spends time with family and friends; playing golf and watching her Tennessee Vols play football! (Go Vols!)

Jenny Foxworthy, Office Administrator

Jenny is the smile you hear on the phone, and she will warmly greet you when you walk into CenterIMT Atlanta. Her previous experience includes managerial responsibilities and a corporate background. Not only does she help manage the functional needs at CenterIMT Atlanta, but she will make paperwork and scheduling a breeze for you. She will do whatever she can to accommodate your scheduling needs. Being a multi-tasker, she will take care of your needs with efficiency, ease and laughter.

Jenny has one grown daughter, 2 dogs, a cat and a horse. In her leisure, Jenny enjoys traveling and R & R time with her friends, family, and pets.

Rose Kempton, Accounts Manager

Rose brings with her the discipline of being a helicopter pilot in the Army, as well as over twenty years experience with medical accounting. She effectively and efficiently handles the vital responsibility of Accounts Manager. Rose will work closely with you and your insurance provider. Her door is always open, so stop by!

Rose and her husband enjoy running, and golfing. They have four daughters. Rose is highly active in her youngest daughter’s high school in cross country, and track and field athletics.

Cheryl Hartsell, Administrative Assistant / HWH Manager

Cheryl joined the team in July 2003 as the Manager of the CenterIMT Atlanta’s Homework Helper program. She enjoys leading the Homework Helpers, and getting to know the patients they assist with the Neurofascial Process or Synchronizer work assigned for homework. Cheryl is also an Administrative Assistant, timely typing all evaluations and progress notes. She is a tremendous asset for the multiple on-going special projects here at CenterIMT Atlanta.

Cheryl and her husband have been married for over 20 years and have 2 grown children, a daughter and a son. She enjoys spending her leisure time writing, traveling and spending time with her family and friends.

Dr. Sharon Weiselfish-Giammatteo, Ph.D., P.T., I.M.T.,c.

Dr. Sharon W. Giammatteo is President of CenterIMT, Center of Integrative Manual Therapy and Diagnostics, including Regional Physical Therapy in Connecticut. CenterIMT is a network of health care clinics providing manual therapy and rehabilitation in the United States, Canada and Europe.

Dr. Sharon W. Giammatteo earned a PhD from Union Institute, investigating manual and cranial therapies for the neurologic client; an undergraduate degree in Advanced Health Sciences and Medicine and a graduate degree in Clinical Neurosciences from The University of Hartford; and an advanced physical therapy degree from Wingate Institute of Physiotherapy, Netanya, Israel.

Dr. W. Giammatteo is President of Dialogues in Contemporary Rehabilitation (DCR), the learning, resource and research center for IMT™ in Connecticut. DCR presents over 150 seminars around the world each year. Their authorized Connecticut School of Integrative Manual Therapy is situated in Bloomfield, CT.

Dr. W. Giammatteo developed Integrative Manual Therapy™, the Integrated Systems Approach™ and Integrative Diagnostics™. She has taught on 5 continents as an expert in orthopedics, chronic pain, pediatrics, neurologic and geriatric rehabilitation.

Dr. Thomas Giammatteo, D.C., P.T., I.M.T., C.

Dr. Thomas Giammatteo is CEO of CenterIMT. He received his Doctorate of Chiropractic Medicine from the National College of Chiropractic and earned a Certificate of Meridian Therapy and Acupuncture. He also has an undergraduate degree in both Physical Therapy and Human Biology.

In addition to his teaching fellowship, Dr. Giammatteo was a clinical specialist in Orthopedic and Neurologic Rehabilitation for the National College of Chiropractic. He has also taught and lectured at Northeastern University, Perdue University, and hospitals in Illinois and Connecticut. He was also on staff for three years at the Upledger Institute’s Healthplex Clinic and Brain & Spinal Cord Dysfunction Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

Dr. Giammatteo currently practices at CenterIMT locations in Bloomfield, CT and Albuquerque, NM, specializing in sport medicine, orthopedic, neurologic, pediatric and medical patients. As a faculty member of Dialogues in Contemporary Rehabilitation (DCR), he teaches international postgraduate workshops in Muscle Energy and Strain/Counterstrain Techniques, utilizing his multidisciplinary knowledge and experience in biomechanics and joint mobilization.

Ayelet Connell-Giammatteo, P.T., I.M.T., C.

Ayelet Connell-Giammatteo is a Partner of CenterIMT, Inc. She is the Practice Manager of CenterIMT Headquarters in Bloomfield, CT. In addition, Ayelet is the Director of Product Development for Dialogues in Contemporary Rehabilitation (DCR) and The Connecticut School of IMT (CSIMT). She is The Director of the Mentorship Program at DCR and CSIMT. In this role, Ayelet supports the development of clinical skills and critical thinking in students of IMT worldwide. She has been teaching for DCR and CSIMT nationally and internationally for over 10 years.

Clinically, Ayelet is the Director of Pediatrics for CenterIMT, Inc. She graduated from the University of Hartford with a degree in Physical Therapy. She has been practicing in the field of IMT for over 15 years. Ayelet is nearing the end of her doctoral studies in the field of Autism. In addition to her clinical and administrative roles, Ayelet has been the primary medical illustrator for the IMT text books.