Meet The Team

Christina is co-founder of Axis Physical Therapy & Rehab, Inc. She graduated in 1995 with her master’s degree in Physical Therapy from the University of California at San Francisco/San Francisco State University. Christina has a broad range of clinical experience, including outpatient orthopedics, chronic pain management, geriatric and neurological rehabilitation, and post-operative care. She integrates manual therapy, functional mobility assessments, and movement reeducation in restoring and recovering function.  In addition to her work at the clinic, Christina is the faculty Program Coordinator for Lane Community College’s Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Christina enjoys teaching, learning and sharing, and best practices with her current and future PT and PTA colleagues.

Patricia Brattain graduated from Western University of Health Sciences with honors as a Doctor of Physical Therapy and has been a Physical Therapist with Axis PT & Rehab since 2011. She also has a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise and Sport Science from Oregon State University, Go Beavers! Patricia emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to her treatments, ensuring her client’s physicians and other care providers are engaged in their PT treatment as necessary.

​Doctor of Physical Therapy with 10+ years of experience managing orthopedic, spinal, and sports injuries. Knowledgeable and passionate about rehabilitation, performance, education, research, and technology.

Shelby is a physical therapist who graduated from Creighton University, specializing in functional strengthening and rehabilitation. She has a passion for improving the lives of the geriatric population, with focus on enhancing their quality of life and helping them regain confidence in balance, fall risk prevention, gait, and advanced physical activities. Outside of her professional role, she enjoys volunteering for ultra marathon aid, golfing, engaging in strength training, and spending time outdoors with her family.

Kristin Kennedy is a dedicated Physical Therapist at Axis Physical Therapy and Rehab with a passion for helping patients recover, gain independence, and improve their quality of life. Since graduating with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of Montana in 2020, Kristin has gained extensive experience in outpatient physical therapy, focusing on a patient-centered approach that emphasizes individualized care and holistic rehabilitation.

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With a special interest in vestibular rehabilitation, Kristin is particularly skilled in helping patients recover from dizziness and balance disorders. She is also certified in Bike Fit through BikePT, combining her love for biking with her therapeutic expertise. In addition, Kristin has completed orthopaedic training with the North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy, allowing her to provide evidence-based manual therapy techniques to address musculoskeletal issues, along with targeted exercise and active strategies to promote healing and recovery.

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Stacy is a 2017 graduate of Lane Community College’s Physical Therapist Assistant program in Eugene, Oregon. She was selected as Oregon Physical Therapy Association’s Emerging Student Leader as a student in 2016. Stacy combines exercise, movement-based activities, manual therapy, and patient education to help patients reach their goals and improve their quality of life. Stacy also serves as the Site Coordinator of Clinical Education (SCCE) at Axis and is an APTA-credentialed clinical instructor.

Leigh Ann is co-founder of Axis Physical Therapy and Rehab, Inc. She has over 30 years of experience in physical therapy and has practiced for over 20 years in the Eugene-Springfield area. She earned her PTA from Mount Hood Community College and has a B.S. in leadership management from Northwest Christian College.

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Leigh Ann worked for six years in a multidisciplinary setting at the Oregon Pain Center and is a long-time member of the Pain Society of Oregon. She combines manual therapy, self-care, patient education, home program, exercise, and community outreach to support the healing process.

After graduation in 2019 for the LCC PTA program, Megan specialized in pelvic floor therapy for several years, then cultivated a keen interest in treating orthopedic conditions and women’s fitness. She employs a patient-centered approach, understanding that each individual's journey is unique.