Kentucky

Owensboro

This location is our first location established in April 2016 and where our corporate office resides. We envisioned this historical building to provide a comfortable environment with the emphasis on multiple disciplines and wellness. We offer physical therapy services, chiropractic care, nutritional advising, and wellness classes. We also provide performance enhancement for runners and gait analysis.

Address: 418 W 3rd St, Owensboro, KY 42301
Phone: 270-926-8145
Fax: 270-926-8147
Hours: 7:00am – 5:30pm Monday – Friday

Our Owensboro Team

Craig Phifer

MPT, MHA – Physical Therapist, President, CEO, Teaching Faculty

Kevin Brown

DPT - Physical Therapist, Clinic Director

Jake Sullivan

DPT - Physical Therapist, Clinic Director

Andrew Patton

DPT, OCS - Physical Therapist, Residency Faculty

Lexi Sutherland

DPT - Physical Therapist

Skylar Walden

DPT - Physical Therapist, Residency Faculty

Alyssa Vonder Haar

DPT - Physical Therapist

Desaray Goetz

Director of Financial Services

Taylor Wathen

Director of Revenue Cycle

McKailla Bartlett

Director of Billing

Mallory Barnes

Patient Account Analyst

Katelyn Embry

Benefits Verification Specialist

Leigh Anne

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Tiffany Gillaspie

Prior Authorization Specialist

Jaleigh Roby

Account Payment Specialist

Melanie Hudson

Regional Patient Service Coordinator

Madyson Neighbors

Patient Service Specialist

Travis Clapp

Director of Community Relations

Craig was born and raised in Staunton, Illinois. He graduated from the University of Evansville with his Masters in Physical Therapy in 2007 and from the University of Southern Indiana in 2010 with his Masters in Health Administration. While at UE, Craig also played collegiate basketball.

Craig believes that far too many people are living in pain when they don’t have to be, and that therapy is the answer for many.

Craig is married to a physical therapist, Kate, who is a faculty member in the University of Evansville Physical Therapy program. They have three children, Calvin, Zoe, and Eric. He enjoys running, training for triathlons, reading, and hanging out with his family.

Kevin, a native of Owensboro, graduated from the University of Evansville in 2012 with his Bachelors in Exercise and Sport Science and again in 2015 with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT).

He is certified in Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Movement Systems (FMS), Level 1 and Level 2 Selective Functional Movement Screen (SFMA) and Level 1 Functional Dry Needling. He incorporates these into injury prevention programs and focuses his practice on a movement pattern based approach.

In his spare time, he enjoys biking, kayaking, reading, playing soccer, watching University of North Carolina athletics, the Oakland Raiders and Liverpool Reds! He loves to travel to new places and enjoys visiting with friends and his fraternity brothers.

Jake is originally from Tampa, FL. He attended undergraduate at Florida College where he received his Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies. He then moved to Bowling Green, KY to attend Western Kentucky University where he received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2019.

Jake has a special interest in working with baseball players and other overhead athletes, and is certified through OnBaseU for both pitching and hitting. He is also certified in Dry Needling, Functional Movement Screen (FMS), Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), and Y-balance testing.

He met his wife Vixie, a native of Owensboro, while in undergraduate at Florida College. They moved back to Owensboro after graduation to be close to her family. During his free time, Jake enjoys golfing, fishing, running, and being outdoors. Some of his interests include baseball (Go Yankees!!), football, and spending time with friends and family.

Andrew is originally from Auburn, Illinois. In 2019, he completed his bachelor’s degree at Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. He completed his Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) at the University of Evansville in 2022.

Andrew is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and is certified in using the Selective Functional Movement Assessment, Functional Movement Screen, and Y Balance Test.   He pursued physical therapy with the desire to help people do what they love by improving their movement and performance. Andrew is passionate about working with active individuals, specifically those who lift and train at the gym. He loves helping people overcome barriers to achieve their goals.

Andrew resides with his wife, Kendra in Newburgh, Indiana. When not in the clinic, you can find Andrew enjoying the outdoors, lifting at a gym, playing guitar or serving at his church.

Lexi, a native of Owensboro, graduated from the University of Evansville with her Bachelors in Exercise Science in 2021 and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2023. While she attended UE, she was a member of the Women’s Cross Country and Track and Field teams.

She is excited to give back to her community and help patients meet their goals to live life to the fullest. Lexi has a special interest in working with those in the equestrian community and patients with pelvic floor dysfunction.

In her spare time, you will often find Lexi spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoys running, reading, being outdoors, and riding her horse Basil.

Skylar is proudly from Owensboro, KY. She graduated from Kentucky Wesleyan College with her Bachelors in Chemistry in 2020. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Evansville in 2023. 

Skylar pursued physical therapy with the hope to serve those around her through building relationships and optimizing movement. She is passionate about learning, community service, and helping others achieve their goals. 

Skylar resides with her family in Owensboro and is very excited to start serving her hometown community. When not in the clinic; she enjoys being outdoors, reading, and spending time with friends and family. She loves watching sports, especially UK football and basketball! 

Alyssa is originally from St. Louis, MO. She graduated from the University of Evansville with her Bachelors in Exercise Science in 2020 and Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2022. She was on the UE Women’s Diving Team during her undergraduate studies and loves to coach diving. 

Alyssa is passionate about meeting each patient where they are and helping them develop confidence to achieve anything they set their mind to.  She is working towards her SFMA Level 1 and Functional Dry Needling certifications.

Alyssa is the oldest of nine children and as a result, struggles to cook for only one person. She enjoys going boating with her family each year at Lake Norfork in Arkansas, watching Green Bay Packer games, playing and learning new card games, weightlifting, and is her family’s corn hole champion of 2022. She loves country music and her favorite type of food is Italian. She is so excited to have the opportunity to serve the Owensboro community. Alyssa would greatly appreciate any recommendations on the best food spots and things to do in the area!  

Desaray, an Owensboro Native, graduated from Western Kentucky University with a Bachelors degree in Business Administration.

She believes education and knowledge are very important when it comes to one’s health care choices. She hopes patients leave their time at RPI feeling empowered and in charge of their own health.

Desaray and her husband, Paul have one daughter, Stella, a dog named Leroy, and a rabbit named Carrots. In her spare time, she enjoys being outdoors, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends.

Taylor, a lifetime local to Owensboro, graduated from Ross College with a degree in Medical Coding/Billing and Business Administration in 2021 before starting with RPI in January 2022 and is our Director of Billing. She is married to her best friend, Garrett, and together they have a beautiful baby boy named Miles, who was born in March 2023. Taylor also has two fur babies, Mylo and Miller. Taylor’s favorite thing to do is spend time with her friends and family, and watch her little boy grow and learn new things every day. Taylor tries to see the bright side in any and all situations, and is on a journey every day to self-improve and help others do the same.

A native of Texarkana, Texas, graduated from Texas A&M University-Texarkana in 2016. She received her Bachelors degree in Business Administration with a concentration in management. She resides in the Little Rock Arkansas area and works remotely for the billing department. McKailla believes that a positive attitude goes a long way in day-to-day life and could increase one’s overall wellness. She knows that every patient is going through a different situation and will strive to make each one feel welcome and cared for. McKailla is married to her high school sweetheart, Garrett Bartlett and they have two rowdy boys, Beckham and Benson. She loves being a mom, reading, cooking (or trying to at least), and spending time with friends and family. Completing the Bartlett family is a beagle pup named Sassy B!

Mallory grew up on a farm outside of Owensboro in McLean County. She graduated from Western Kentucky University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Health Science and Social Welfare and a minor in Healthcare Administration, plus a certificate in Long Term Care Administration. She is excited to be a part of a company that carries out their values of wanting to help someone get better and provide one-on-one care with their patients. Feeling like you’re part of the family, every time you enter through the RPI doors, is what Mallory believes it’s all about and makes her feel like she is making a difference in the community. Mallory enjoys sitting outside with her crew of animals and just watching nature. She likes to ride horses and be involved in anything outdoors. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Jon and their dog Cali, reading, playing board games and watching football every Sunday. She is excited for her future both inside and outside of RPI.

Katelynn is proudly from Ohio County, KY where she still resides, she graduated from Ohio County High School in 2014.  She is happy to be part of a company wanting to help someone get better and provide one-on-one care. She is married to her husband Justin, of 7 years, and they have 2 daughters Sophia and Caroline, and a chocolate lab named Jake. Katelynn enjoys spending her weekends at the softball field watching her oldest daughter Sophia play year-round, and in the winter, you can find her at cheer competitions watching her youngest daughter Caroline compete. When not busy with sports Katelynn enjoys camping, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Leigh Anne Roby grew up in a Baptist Pastor’s home and graduated from Hancock County High School in 2000.  She attended Owensboro Community & Technical College and received an associate degree in medical Billing/Coding. She has been married to her husband Jason Roby for 23 years. They have two adult children, Hunter and Jaleigh. Hunter works at the Hancock County Public Library while Jaleigh works at Puzzle Pieces in Owensboro and is engaged to Mark Nugent. Leigh Anne lives with two fur babies, a miniature dachshund Bubba Gene who is King of the house and a shih tzu, Sophie who has a bad “attitude” and a group of no name barn cats! She enjoys camping on the weekends with family and friends and enjoys retail therapy with her daughter.  Leigh Anne feels like she has found her employment home at RPI and is excited about her future here.  

Born and raised in Masonville, KY, Tiffany is a graduate of Daviess County High School. She loves socializing with the public and making a difference in everyone’s eyes. She has been married to Brian Gillaspie 20+ years and they have 2 amazing sons. Bailey is following in his father’s footsteps as an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic and Tristan is an active US Marine.  The favorite of the house is Charlie, the family Labradoodle. Tiffany enjoys any time in the sun and believes there can never be too many pool days or beach trips.

Jaleigh Roby was born and raised in Hancock County. She is recently engaged to her fiancé Mark Nugent and the big wedding is May 31 of 2025. She graduated from Hancock County High School in 2022 and has a passion for people with special needs. In her free time, Jaleigh enjoys providing services for people with special needs, being outside, and camping. She has a dog named Riggins, he is a part bullmastiff part german shepherd, but thinks he is the size of a Chihuahua. She absolutely loves dogs and dreams about one day adopting many dogs from the animal shelter. She is beyond excited for her future career at RPI. 

Melanie was born and raised in Madisonville, KY but has lived in Owensboro for more than 13 years. She is a people pleaser and loves helping others. Melanie is married to Fred and they have 3 children, a dog and a cat. They have been foster parents for several years and have an intense love for children.

Melanie thoroughly enjoys talking about food and children. In her spare time, she loves to try new recipes, watch documentaries or true crime shows, spend time with family, and run an online boutique named Blended & Blessed.

Madyson was born and raised in Owensboro, KY. She is one of 7 children.  She has worked in the amusement industry most of her life. Now she is back in her hometown settling down and has found a church she loves. That is where Madyson found the man of her prayers.  

 Madyson loves to serve her church, writing short stories in her free time; as well as journaling. She loves getting to know new people, spending time outside, and doing Bible studies. Her biggest hobby now is learning new recipes, so if you have any send them her way! 

Travis, a native of Marysville, Indiana, graduated from the University of Evansville in 2006 with a double major in Management and Marketing and a minor in Finance.

He is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives ( ACHE), and he also served on the Board of Directors for the Indiana Rural Health Association since 2013. He currently serves on the executive team for the IRHA as the President.

In his spare time, Travis enjoys hunting, fishing, watching Indiana Hoosier Basketball, the Indianapolis Colts, and spending time with his family. Travis resides in Fordsville with his wife Brittany, their two children Paisley and Landry, their 4 dogs, and many chickens.

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