FYZICAL BUTLER - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Physical Therapy Assistant
Hi! My name is Abigail Haughey, PTA. I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh at Titusville in April 2018 with and Associate of Applied Science Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant and joined FYZICAL in October 2018. I was born and raised right here in Butler! I grew up playing sports which led me into working in this field. When I'm not working, I enjoy CrossFit, watching movies and reading books.
Job Titles:
- Physical Therapy Assistant
Hi! My name is Alyssa Nilsson, PTA. I received my Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapist Assistant from Butler County Community College in May of 2013, and a few months later I joined the staff at FYZICAL Butler (then Balance For Wellness, Inc.). Throughout my career I have completed various Orthopedic-specific trainings, and last year I completed the Level 2 Senior Balance Retrainer Course under FYZICAL Vestibular Specialist Brian Werner. Not only do I have a passion for helping Physical Therapy clients, but I also express my creativity as the Marketing and Media Manager for our clinic! In my spare time, I enjoy being outdoors and spending time with my family and friends.
Job Titles:
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
My name is Dr. Christy Dills, DPT, and I joined the staff of FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers in 2015. I attended Slippery Rock University where I received my Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science in 2007 and my Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2010. I spent my first five years as a Physical Therapist in the subacute Hospital/SNF, and have a total of 9 years clinical experience in treating patients with Vestibular and Balance Disorders. Over my 10 years of practice I have accumulated more than 60 hours of post-graduate education and training in the Vestibular and Balance Systems. I have studed under Vestibular specialists Richard Clendaniel, Susan Whitney and Brian Werner. In 2019 I completed the Level 2 Senior Balance Retrainer Course through FYZICAL, and am working towards the Master Level 3 Certification this year. I have been married to my college sweetheart and am a proud mother of three beautiful children. I enjoy biking, swimming, and spending time with my family and friends. I also love to find good deals at thrifty stores, and truly have a passion for Physical Therapy.
Job Titles:
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
My name is Dr. Jenna Molczan, DPT, EP-C and I began my career as a Physical Therapist at FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers in 2018. I am a graduate of Slippery Rock University, where I received both my Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science and my Doctorate of Physical Therapy. I am a Certfied Exercise Physiologist through the American College of Sports Medicine, and also am a Certified Instructor for Delay the Disease Parkinsons Fitness class through OhioHealth. in 2019 I began serving on the Sports Medicine Committee at the Butler County Vo-Tech. In 2018 I received my Dance Training Certificate with a focus in strengthening and conditioning, and I teach tap, ballet, jazz, and gymnastics at the Butler Center for Performing Arts. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, hiking, reading, and watching The Bachelor.
Job Titles:
- CEO / Owner / Doctor of Physical Therapy
I am Dr. Lorri Lankiewicz and I founded Balance For Wellness, Inc in 2000 and began operating in Butler, PA in 2002. I hold a Doctoral and Master's Degree in Physical Therapy, a BS in Athletic Training/Sports Medicine, a Certificate as a Natural Nutritional Consultant and a Health/Life Coach. It has always been my goal to bring the most comprehensive Integrative Health System to our community while keeping Physical Therapy at the core. As we have grown over the years, our products and services have as well. In 2016, we made the decision to partner with a new PT Franchise called FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers and have been operating as FYZICAL ever since. I am often asked why this decision was made. The answer: It is our goal to remain as an independent company for as long as possible so that we can continue to bring services to you that will truly make a difference in your health and wellness. With FYZICAL, we have expanded our balance and vestibular center, added new treatment techniques to our orthopedic realm, brough forth new products and services and enhanced our business practices. Our staff continues to learn and grow and we are well situated to serve you for years to come. I promise that we will continue to bring efficient and effective Physical Therapy and Integrative Practices for the highest and best of all of us.
Job Titles:
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
Hi! my name is Melissa McCue, BS, DPT. I began my career at FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers (then Balance for Wellness, Inc) in 2006 as a Physical Therapy aide. I received my Bachelor's Degree in Sports Medicine from Union University in Jackson, TN. In 2010, I graduated with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy Degree from Slippery Rock University. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and recently developed a love for incorporating Myofascial Decompression aka "cupping" into most of my physical therapy treatments. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, gardening, camping and spending time with my family!
Job Titles:
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
My name is Michelle Hoffman, DPT, ATC, LAT. I am a graduate from Slippery Rock University where I obtained a Bachelors of Science focused in Athletic Training in 2015 and Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2018. I have had a passion for working in outpatient and sports medicine since and joined the FYZICAL team in 2020. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, family, and friends and also enjoy staying active with CrossFit and playing volleyball.
Job Titles:
- Physical Therapy Assistant
Hi! My name is Holly Liggett. I have been a Physical Therapist Assistant here at FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers since 2013. I started my career path as a Physical Therapy Aide in 2007 which helped me discover the passion I have for the field. I completed my PTA studies and earned my Associates Degree from Penn State Shenango in 2012. I have a one-year-old son, Jalen, who keeps me on my toes. In my spare time I enjoy traveling, biking, shopping and most of all spending time with my friends and family, especially my neices and nephew.
Job Titles:
- FYZICAL 's President of Operations