Staff
Rusty Walker, PT, MPT
Rusty Walker, PT, MPT, owner and physical therapist, has over fifteen years experience including working in orthopedics, acute care, neurological rehab, home health and pediatrics. He graduated from North Carolina State University in 1992 and went on to receive his Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Rusty's treatment philosophy is based on utilizing effective evidence based interventions to achieve maximum results. This philosophy coupled with his belief in treating each patient in individually with personalized one on one treatment accentuates his commitment to relieve pain and restore function at an accelerated rate. His philosophy is based on utilizing effective, evidence-based interventions to achieve maximum results. To further his commitment to this viewpoint, Rusty will be sitting for the Orthopedic Specialist examination at the end of the year.
Holly Carter, PT
Jessica Hountz, DPT
Jessica joined Sneads Ferry Physical Therapy in June 2009. After receiving her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at College of Mount St. Joseph, she practiced in both a neurological setting, as well as, inpatient acute therapy facility. Her expertise in these areas, along with outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation at our clinic makes her the perfect physical therapist to service the Sneads Ferry area. Jessica was recently named "Managing Physical Therapist" for Sneads Ferry PT!
Michele Miller, PT, DPT
Tiffany Bailey, PTA
Tiffany joined Hampstead Physical Therapy in October of 2008. Her desire to practice in an outpatient orthopedic clinic and her acquired skills has allowed her to excel. Most of the time you will find Tiffany is the primary physical therapist assistant to Rusty. They make a fantastic team and always provide the best of care for each and every patient.
Tina Keels, LPTA, LMBT
Tina has over twelve years experience as a PTA (physical thrapy assistant) and has also been a licensed massage therapist for six of those years. She received her Physical Therapy Assistant degree from Fayetteville Tech, her NC Board Certified Massage Therapy training at The Whole You School of Massage, and her Pilates Mat Certification in Asheville, NC. Before joining the staff at Hampstead Physical Therapy she worked for Black Mountain Physical Therapy. TINA NOW OFFERING MASSAGE ON SATURDAYS AT THE HAMPSTEAD CLINIC!
Her family connections in the area brought her and her daughter, Savannah, back to Hampstead.
Office Staff
Rita Hodshun, Office and Reception
Rita comes to us with many years of diversified experience in the health care industry. We are very happy to have her! She is the office assistant and receptionist extroidinare on Tuesday and Thursday. You will always find a welcoming smile on her face.
Geri Magaldino
Billing Specialist & Office Manager
Geri is the primary billing specialist for both Hampstead and Sneads Ferry. She also serves as the office manager in our Sneads Ferry office. With many years experience in the medical billing industry we consider her an expert, however her primary focus is to provide our patients any administrative help they may need. When you visit our Sneads Ferry office you will always be greeted with a smile.
Tiffany Walker, Administrator & Insurance Specialist
Tiffany Walker graduated with a degree in Business Management from North Carolina State University. After working for several different companies over nine years and having a baby, she and Rusty decided to open Hampstead Physical Therapy.
Her business background and hands on knowledge of insurance enables her handle all aspects of billing and claims and gerenal administration. Rusty and Tiffany have a son Preston and live in Hampstead where they really enjoy the small community, the beach and their family time.
