Staff - Parry Physical Therapy Group - Quakertown, Lansdale, Harleysville, PA

WE BELIEVE in providing quality rehabilitation services with compassion for people.

WE BELIEVE in taking time to understand our patients’ needs and providing personalized
one-on-one services.

WE BELIEVE in the golden rule.

WE BELIEVE in being experts, not in being average.

WE BELIEVE in accurate and timely communication with your physician so that you get accurate and timely care.

WE BELIEVE that 99% of our patients reported “They were fixed” because we’re the best at what we do.

WE BELIEVE that educating our patients helps them take charge of their lives.

WE BELIEVE in being positive, uplifting, and respectful to all our patients.

WE BELIEVE that you can’t find better quality care anywhere else.

WE BELIEVE in giving back to our community through contributions, sponsorships, educational seminars, and services.

WE BELIEVE that our job is to help you hurt less and live more.

	Jack A. Parry, DPT, MPT, MSA established Parry Physical Therapy Group in November 2000. He received a Bachelor's Degree from Lafayette College, and holds Masters Degrees from Columbus College and Temple University, and a Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from Temple University. He has been engaged in the practice of physical therapy since 1989 and currently specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal dysfunction and sports injury. Dr. Parry is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association. He holds a direct access license to practice without physician referral. He has lectured on such subjects as shoulder and spine rehabilitation and cumulative trauma disorders in the workplace.
	Christina H. Rickert, DPT joined Parry Physical Therapy Group in 2006. She graduated from Beaver College with her Bachelors Degree in Psychobiology in 2001. She later graduated with her Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from Arcadia University in 2004. Dr. Rickert specializes in the area of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular rehabilitation and prenatal exercise. She holds a direct access license to practice without physician referral. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and Orthopedic Sections.
	Janene E. Schimmer, DPT joined Parry Physical Therapy Group in 2002. She graduated from Beaver College with a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and a minor degree in Spanish. She later graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from Arcadia University. Dr. Schimmer specializes in the areas of musculoskeletal rehabilitation and cancer related lymphedema management and treatment. She holds a direct access license to practice without physician referral.
	Nancy D. Offner, MSPT, CLT joined Parry Physical Therapy Group in June 2007, and brings 20 years of professional expertise to our Lansdale clinic. She graduated from Ithaca College with a Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy, and The University of the Sciences with a post professional Masters of Science in Physical Therapy with an orthopedic concentration. Nancy specializes in the areas of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular rehabilitation and is a certified lymphedema therapist from the Academy of Lymphatic Studies. She has an extensive background in community education, and electrotherapy. She holds a direct access license to practice without physician referral. Nancy is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, and the Pennsylvania Physical therapy association.
	Amanda K. Neumann, DPT joined Parry Physical Therapy Group in 2010. She graduated from Messiah College with her Bachelor’s Degree in Sports and Exercise Science in 2006 with a concentration in Physical Therapy. She later graduated with her Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from Arcadia University in 2010. Dr. Neumann specializes in the area of sports and orthopedic injury rehabilitation. She is an athlete and avid runner, recently finishing her first marathon. Dr. Neumann has also spent time in Guatemala, providing physical therapy services in an underprivileged community. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and Orthopedic Sections.
	James Bard, PT received a Bachelor of Science degree from the Pennsylvania State University in kinesiology and athletic training in 1981. He received a physical therapy certificate degree from Hahnemann University in 1983. In addition to his fulltime clinical responsibilities, James has taught athletic training and sports medicine at Beaver College. He has worked as an athletic trainer at Christopher Dock High School, and has traveled with the European Soccer Tour and the Pan American Games. He specializes in the recognition and treatment of mechanical spine and pelvic dysfunction. James has developed a clinical approach utilizing extensive experience and continued education in topics including cranio-sacral therapy, assessment and treatment of myofascial overuse, neural tissue tension with neuro-orthopedic mobilization and spinal and peripheral structural diagnosis and treatment. He holds a direct access license to practice without physician referral.
	Jamie Brunnabend, DPT joined Parry Physical Therapy Group in 2004. She graduated from Beaver College with her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a minor in Spanish in 1998. Later, she graduated with her Master of Science Degree in Physical Therapy from Arcadia University. She specializes in the areas of musculoskeletal rehabilitation and orthopedic injury. She is on staff at the Quakertown office.
	Nicole Merlino, PTA graduated from Harcum Jr. College in 1990 with an Associate Degree in Applied Science, Physical Therapy and was licensed that year. She has practiced as an orthopedic physical therapist assistant for 15 years. She specializes in sports and orthopedic injury rehabilitation. She is certified as a Massage Therapy Specialist.
	Alex Mateo, PTA graduated from Lehigh-Carbon Community College in 1991 with an Associate Degree in Applied Sciences, Physical Therapist Assistant. He has worked in multiple out patient occupational medicine and orthopedic rehabilitation settings including on-site at Air Products, Dekka Batteries and Moyer Packing Company and Hatfield Quality Meats. He has been the Safety Manager for Moyer Packing Company. Mr. Mateo is a member of the US Army and has served in an active and reserves capacity for the last 24 years, recently completing a one year tour of duty in Kosovo as member of the Pennsylvania National Guard in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.