Sebasticook Valley Hospital (SVH) President/CEO John C. May announced that two employees recently completed their doctorate work in physical therapy. Physical therapists Nicole Morse and Kristy Fogler received their degrees from Husson College.
According to both Kristy and Nicole, they chose to pursue doctorates so they could achieve a wider knowledge base, and because it allows them to become more specialized in physical therapy. "Many of the courses we took have helped us to provide enhanced patient care," said Kristy Fogler. Kristy described how one of her courses in radiology raised her awareness of specific patient issues. Nicole added, "We now have the ability to review patient x-ray films in addition to reading the report."
There are only two schools in the state that offer doctorate work in physical therapy—Husson and the University of New England. Both Kristy and Nicole chose Husson because they had completed both their undergraduate and their masters programs there.
According to Director of SVH Rehabilitation Services, Pierre Rougny, "Both Kristy and Nicole are great advocates for their patients. With their new clinical knowledge and ongoing level of professionalism, they are well equipped to give the most up-to-date care and better serve the community."
Formerly the STEP Center, SVH Rehabilitation has been providing care to patients since 1997 at its location on Leighton Avenue in Pittsfield. In 2006, SVH opened a second location in Newport. In addition to physical therapy, SVH offers occupational therapy, audiology, cardiac rehabilitation, lymphedema therapy, speech therapy, with brace and orthotic services available as well. Patients can be seen at SVH Rehabilitation Services with a referral from their primary-care provider.
SVH is a progressive 25-bed critical access hospital in Pittsfield, Maine. It was established in 1963 by a group of community leaders, and SVH has been an integral member of the communities it serves ever since. |
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