Multiple Sclerosis lecture, new Maine-owned PT clinic opens: Seacoast health news

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Wentworth-Douglass to host virtual event: Multiple Sclerosis, A Modern Management Approach

DOVER – Join Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and Wentworth Health Partners Coastal Neurology Associates for a free virtual community lecture during Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month. Multiple Sclerosis, A Modern Management Approach will be held virtually on Wednesday, March 30, from 6 to 7 p.m.

Attendees will learn more about Multiple Sclerosis (MS), why it is often called the “snowflake disease,” the latest medical treatment, rehabilitation, wellness strategies, independence, and general MS management. This informative virtual event will be presented by fellowship-trained neurologist and MS Specialist, Dr. Alexandra Filippakis and Karissa Mondoux PT, DPT, MBA, of the MS Clinic at Wentworth-Douglass Rehabilitation Services.

Multiple Sclerosis is a lifelong condition impacting the brain and spinal cord. Wentworth Health Partners Coastal Neurology Services offers specialized MS care through the MS Clinic led by Dr. Filippakis. Through a multidisciplinary team-based approach, and collaboration with Mass General Brigham, the Coastal Neurology Clinic provides comprehensive, patient-centered care focused on managing disease activity, providing symptomatic relief, maximizing function, and promoting general wellness. The MS Clinic also provides access to a specialized MS Rehabilitation Services (occupational, physical, and speech therapy) team that focuses on personalized care to treat a wide range of MS symptoms.

Register and learn more about this free event at wdhospital.org/events.

New Maine-owned PT clinic opens in Eliot

From left to right are Michael Sullivan, John Golembiewski, Tim Davoren, PT, ATC, Fred Forsley, founder of Shipyard Brewing Company, Jill Partridge, owner of Reform Physical Therapy, Shellie Jenkins, PT, MSPT, Amanda Rider.
From left to right are Michael Sullivan, John Golembiewski, Tim Davoren, PT, ATC, Fred Forsley, founder of Shipyard Brewing Company, Jill Partridge, owner of Reform Physical Therapy, Shellie Jenkins, PT, MSPT, Amanda Rider.

ELIOT, Maine – ‘Don’t neglect your health, Reform it!’ That’s the idea behind Eliot’s newest physical therapy clinic at Eliot Commons.

Reform Physical Therapy of Eliot, managed by Rachelle ‘Shellie’ Jenkins, PT, MSPT is now open in Eliot Commons, right next door to Maine Pet Supply. The company, founded in 2008 by Bangor native, Jill Partridge, is a privately and Maine-owned, general orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice with clinics also in Topsham, Freeport, Yarmouth, and Kennebunk. Licensed physical therapists use their one-on-one therapy sessions to treat the individual as a whole, not just the injury.

A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony promoted by the York Regional Chamber of Commerce and Shipyard Brewing Company was held on March 15 to kick off the grand opening and introduce the company to the Eliot community. Attendance included Reform staff, community members, Shipyard Brewing owner and founder, Fred Forsley, as well as Eliot Town Manager, Michael Sullivan.

“I understand that life is busy and pride myself on helping my patients streamline which components of care are the most important to target depending on the current situation, injury, or ailment.” Said Shellie Jenkins, PT, MSPT. “I enjoy the one-on-one time I get to spend with each patient during every visit to Reform PT and take the time to truly hear and understand how each individual’s situation is unique and impacting their life. Then, I work with each patient and any other involved providers to create a solution and develop a treatment plan to address the individual’s needs and goals.”

Shellie, her husband, and two children reside in southern Maine. Shellie graduated from Northeastern University in Boston, Mass., with her Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Science and Master of Science in Physical Therapy over 15 years ago. Since earning her degrees, she has worked in a variety of settings to provide quality care, but is most passionate about assisting people to return to their previous activities and quality of life in an outpatient setting.

The Eliot Reform Physical Therapy clinic is located at 28 Levesque Drive, Suite 10, Eliot, right next to Solfege Center for Healing.

Curious about taking a peek at their new space? Give them a call at 207-703-2373 or visit their website at www.reform-pt.com or Facebook page at www.facebook.com/reformptisthebest.

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