Physical Therapy Team
Cortney Herndon, DPT, COMT
Cortney is the Director of Physical Therapy for Spectrum Medical. She has been a Licensed Physical Therapist since 2003. She graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University/Medical College of Virginia with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. She also has a certification through Maitland Physiotherapy as an Orthopedic Manual Therapist. In the 9 years of practicing in PT, she treats post surgical, general orthopedics, and sports medicine patients. During this time, she also spent time in acute care and home health setting. Cortney’s interest is in manual therapy and sports medicine. She enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 children.
Mary Ellen Woods, MS, PT
Mary Ellen is a Licensed Physical Therapist and a graduate of North Carolina State with a BS degree in Biological Sciences and then went onto Duke University to complete her Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy. Mary Ellen has 15 years of practicing as a Physical Therapist with her primary specialty in orthopedics. She has interests in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation and peripheral and spine mobilization and rehabilitation.
Leslie C. Lovelace, PT
Leslie is a Licensed Physical Therapist. She has been with Spectrum Medical since 2010. She is a graduate of Virginia Tech with a BS Degree and then went on to Winston Salem State University to attain her Master’s of Science Degree in Physical Therapy. She focuses on outpatient rehabilitation. Leslie enjoys water sports at the lake and bowling.
Patti Pierce Snead, DPT
Patti is a Licensed Physical Therapist. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Chowan University and she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Old Dominion University in May 2007. She has gained experience within a variety of settings including adult and pediatric outpatient, school-based pediatric and home health locally and in the Hampton Roads area. Patti has post-doctorate training in pelvic health physical therapy. Patti enjoys spending time with her family and serving the community through philanthropic service organizations.
Jason Keesee, PT, DPT
Jason is a Licensed Physical Therapist. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise with a minor in Psychology from Virginia Tech in 2018. In May 2022, Jason earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Old Dominion University. His interests include general orthopedics and vestibular/balance rehabilitation. He plans to complete post-graduate certifications in manual therapy and vestibular rehabilitation.
In his spare time, he enjoys walking his dog, watching and playing sports, as well as spending time with friends and family.
Heath Hylton, PTA, CMT
Heath is a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant and Certified Massage Therapist. He has an undergraduate degree in Biology from Carson Newman where he also participated in football. He then went on to Jefferson College of Health Sciences to receive his Physical Therapist Assistant degree where he has been practicing for 10+ years. He also graduated from Richmond Academy of Massage and has been a Certified Massage Therapist since 1995. Heath has spent time working FMS and is certified. He has been practicing in Pittsylvania County/Danville City area since 1998. Heath’s focus has been in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation. He enjoys being active and has interest in restoring muscle cars/trucks and physical fitness. Heath is also a Marketing Executive for Malaleuca Wellness Company.
Brittany Smart, PTA
Brittany is a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. She graduated from Liberty University with a BS in Exercise Science. She continued her education at Jefferson College of Health Sciences to earn her Associates Degree as a PTA. Her focus is outpatient therapy. Brittany enjoys spending time with family and outdoor activities such as kayaking, hiking, and swimming.
Chase Scarce, PTA
Chase is a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant. He has an undergraduate degree in Health Sciences from Jefferson College of Health Sciences where he also received his PTA degree in 2018. He then went on to Liberty University to receive his Master’s in Healthcare Administration in 2021. Chase has spent time working Functional Movement Screens and is certified in FMS, SFMA, and is a certified personal trainer. Chase also has assisted in starting Spectrum’s wellness program where he spends time screening, correcting movement patterns, and implementing exercise programs for athletes, teams, and individuals. He enjoys being active and has a special interest in sports and fitness.
Elizabeth Rogers, PTA
Elizabeth Rogers is from Ringgold, Virginia, and currently resides in Chatham, Virginia. She attended Bluefield College in Bluefield, VA, where she earned her Bachelors of Science degree with a major in Biology and minor in Chemistry.
She has worked in the Chemical industry for 10 years. In May 2021, she graduated from Radford University Carilion and was licensed in July 2021 as a Physical Therapist Assistant. She is interested in Aquatic Therapy and Women’s Health, with plans to continue education with a concentration in Women’s Health.
In her free time, she enjoys going to church, reading, and riding mountain bikes with her husband.
Caroline Hughes, PTA
Caroline is a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant. She graduated in December of 2021 from Patrick & Henry Community College’s Physical Therapist Assistant program with an Associate of Applied Science as a PTA. Caroline previously worked as a PT Technician for 2 years in our Martinsville office. Her interests include post-op, athletic, and general orthopedic rehabilitation.
Caroline enjoys working in the community with Pittsylvania County’s Youth Volleyball League where she is a referee and score/record keeper. At home, she enjoys spending time with her dog Dixie and being outdoors.
Aaron Taylor, MS, ATC
Aaron is a nationally Certified Athletic Trainer since 2002 and state licensed by Virginia and North Carolina. He graduated from Davis & Elkins College with a BS degree in Physical Education and Health and attained his Masters degree in Athletic Training from West Virginia University. He has certifications by JTech Medical for Functional Capacity Evaluations, FMS for the Functional Movement Screen, and is an Approved Clinical Instructor (ACI) for Averett University Athletic Training Program. Aaron also provides consulting for sports medicine to the four Pittsylvania County High Schools