Physical Therapy Associates

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Erik van Dijk, P.T.

Erik van Dijk is the founder and owner of Physical Therapy Associates. In 1978 Erik received his degree in Physical Therapy from SUPA, Academy for Physical Therapy, at Utrecht, The Netherlands.

Since then he has worked in a variety of healthcare settings such as acute care, rehabilitation, home care and outpatient settings as well as education prior to establishing Physical Therapy Associates.

The extensive experience and training were the foundation for the start of Physical Therapy Associates, providing hands-on care on a one-on-one basis at the patient’s convenience.

Many physicians and patients alike have come to depend on the skill and experience that Erik offers in his treatments.

He is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, the Dutch Physical Therapy Association and the Anglo Dutch Institute for Oriental Medicine.

Atheena M. Maragos-van Dijk, P.T.A.

Atheena Maragos-van Dijk graduated with Distinction from Kent State University in 1990 and earned her Associate Degree in Applied Science of Physical Therapy Assistance. She has been instrumental in the development and growth of Physical Therapy Associates. Her skill and compassion have provided many patients, young and old, with much needed comfort and hope for the future.

Her continuing education credits include coursework in general orthopedics, shoulder injuries, total joint replacement of the knee, hip and shoulder, developmental delay in pediatric patients, legal and ethical considerations in rehabilitation and strain/counterstrain treatment technique.

Atheena has provided assistance to the Jefferson County Health Department "health walks" and presented a lecture in cooperation with Dr. John Seifert at Sonshine Youth Athletic Center involving the Benefits of Exercise.

She is a member of the Ohio Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Orthopedic Section of the A.P.T.A.

Dana Brown, Office Manager, Wintersville Office

Dana has been employed by Physical Therapy Associates since 1995. She carries out many clerical duties involved in our operation: taking referrals and patient intakes, checking insurance benefits, helping patients file claims, and corresponding with doctors’offices, workers compensation and insurance companies.

Anyone who has had experience in working with Dana knows that she will not rest until things get done!

Dana Brown

Jan Maragos, Billing Manager

Jan has been with Physical Therapy Associates since 1998 and is in charge of all aspects of billing. She files claims for treatments provided. Jan graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelors of Science in Education in 1982 and a Masters of Arts in 1994. She previously was employed as a teacher in the Hilliard Public School District. Jan is available to take all your billing questions and inquiries.

 

Connie Shea, R.N.

Connie graduated in 1983 from Mount Carmel School of Nursing, Columbus, Ohio and has extensive experience in Diabetes and Renal care, Critical care and Home care. Connie joined Physical Therapy Associates in September 2002 and is involved as a liason between Physical Therapy Associates and physician offices, workers compensation and managed care organizations.

Lori Elliott, P.T.A, C.P.I.

Lori joined Physical Therapy Associates in June of 2004. Lori graduated from Kent State University in 1995 with an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting Technology.

She recently completed her training as a Certified Pilates Instructor. Previously, Lori worked in various settings of physical therapy in Youngstown and Warren. Lori resides in Wintersville.

Lisa Markle, Office manager

Lisa joined Physical Therapy Associates in January of 2004 and is responsible for all referrals, authorizations and other necessary documentation as required by the insurance companies of our clients. You may call her anytime with your questions or concerns.

Physical Therapy Associates
320 South Hollywood Blvd.
Steubenville, OH 43952
740.264.2205