Staff

We are very fortunate to work with these wonderful professionals and would like for you to meet them. They are the spirit of Northwest Rehabilitation Associates, Inc. — specialist care with a personal touch. These individuals are master clinicians and exceptional people, serving their patients, communities and professions.

Mike Studer, PT, MHS, NCS, CEEAA

Mike Studer is the president and co-owner of NWRA. “I am proud of what we have created at NWRA. Our staff includes master clinicians that are exceptional people. It is a pleasure to treat patients alongside them.” Mike has been … Continue reading

Bailey Denno, PT, DPT

NWRA welcomes Bailey Denno, PT, DPT to our family! Bailey has proven herself to be an exceptional therapist with attentive eyes and ears to compliment her skilled hands. We are excited to be able to recommend Bailey as an excellent … Continue reading

Nancy Cox

Welcome to NWRA, Nancy Cox! In October, Nancy joined our team and has fit right in. You will see her bright smile and feel the intelligence, patience and warmth that she brings every afternoon. On a personal note, Nancy has … Continue reading

Rene’e (Brandt) James, MPT, OCS, CMP

Rene’e James (formerly Brandt) is the essence of physical therapy. As a student of human movement, Rene’e continuously refines her manual and observational skill to help patients achieve painfree function. Rene’e has the unique combinations of intelligence, compassion, a desire … Continue reading

Brady Whetten, PT, DPT, GCS

Brady’s passion for evidence based medicine is only outweighed by is passion for human beings. He has the rare combination of the ability to listen and the ability to lead clients toward their true potential. Specialist care with a personal … Continue reading

Trish Ostrander, OTD

We are proud to welcome Trish Ostrander, OTD (doctorate of Occupational Therapy). Trish comes to us most recently from OHSU, where she specialized in hand therapy as well as pain in the elbow and wrist. We are proud to have … Continue reading

Margaret Smith, SLP

Margaret Smith has exactly what every Speech Language Pathologist needs – intelligence, experience, passion and – patience. We are proud to have Margaret on board as she brings this focus to our adult and pediatric clients – along with her … Continue reading

Dr. Robert Winningham, Ph.D

Dr. Robert Winningham, Ph. D is a professor of psychology at Western Oregon University. He is a leader in our Geriatric Wellness Center program. In addition, Dr. Winningham was the co-founder of “MemAerobics” – an approach to reverse and slow … Continue reading

Lori VanLith, PT

Lori is a can-do PT! She is as versatile as they come with over twenty years of experience in areas of home health, skilled nursing, and outpatient rehabilitation. Lori is a very caring and focused therapist – ensuring that things … Continue reading

Lacy Classen

Lacy Classen makes NWRA run efficiently – with a personal touch. She possesses an exceptional attention to detail with a unique combination of a strong work ethic and a heart that cares. Lacy holds a degree as a Medical Office … Continue reading