LMH Health Therapy Services – 6th & Maine

Haley Downey graduated from the University of Kansas with an undergraduate degree in exercise science and a doctor of physical therapy from the University of Central Arkansas.
Downey began her career in an inpatient setting working with sports injury rehabilitation, gross motor delays, and gait analysis and treatment. She has also treated torticollis, a condition that causes a baby’s neck muscles to twist and tilt to one side.
She specializes in assisting children of all ages to develop gross motor skills through physical movement and play.

Dea received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from UCLA and her master’s degree in physical therapy from Northwestern. She received her lymphedema certification from The Norton School of Lymphedema and is recognized by LANA (Lymphology Association of North America). She is part of the LMH Health oncology team with a focus on helping breast cancer patients before and after treatment. She is passionate about helping cancer patients achieve their best functional level post treatment. She also works with all types of lymphedema management, including partnering with the Wound Healing Center and vein clinic. Dea loves the outdoors, boating and traveling.

Suzie received her bachelor’s degree in physical therapy from Rockhurst University. She specializes in treating patients with neurological disorders with an emphasis on caring for those with Parkinson’s. She has been certified in the LSVT Big and most recently in PWR! Moves, which are classes specific to Parkinson’s patients, and  leads LMH Health’s Wellness for Parkinson’s exercise classes. In her spare time, Suzie likes to hike, read, travel and spend time with family and friends. 

Karen earned her bachelor’s degree in exercise science from the University of Kansas and her Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Kansas School of Medicine. Karen has worked for over 25 years in outpatient pediatric physical therapy. She excels at educating and empowering parents to help their children gain gross-motor skills, resolve joint pain or tightness related to torticollis and other conditions or work through post-surgery challenges. In her free time, Karen loves to hang out with friends and travel.

Spencer received his undergraduate degree in organismal biology from the University of Kansas and his doctorate in physical therapy from University of Saint Mary’s. He is a former collegiate football player and still enjoys being active to this day. He is an avid Chiefs fan and likes to work with people from all walks of life and make exercise an enjoyable experience. 

Tiffany received her undergraduate degree in athletic training from Kansas State University and her doctorate in physical therapy from the University of Kansas School of Medicine. She works in the outpatient therapy setting and has special interests in the areas of orthopedics and chronic pain. Tiffany is a native Kansan and enjoys gardening, watching sports and spending time with her family.

Renee received her undergraduate degree in exercise science from the University of Kansas where she received a full athletic scholarship for tennis. She earned a master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and an MBA from Baker University. Renee is certified in pilates and barre exercise and is also certified as a Lean Six Sigma black belt. Renee serves as the student program coordinator for LMH Health Therapy and Wellness. She has an interest in wellness and preventative medicine. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, yoga, spending time with her dog and traveling.

Robyn received her undergraduate degree in exercise science from University of Kansas and went on to complete her doctorate of physical therapy degree from Rockhurst University. Robyn lives in Lawrence with her husband and four children. In her free time, she enjoys playing softball, running, caring for her big garden and cheering on the Jayhawks.

Ashley received her undergraduate degree in journalism from the University of Kansas and her master’s degree in occupational therapy from A.T. Still University. Ashley has formal training in the Learning Without Tears handwriting program and has previous experience in preschool and elementary school-based practice, infant and toddler early intervention, life skills and behavior programs. She is interested in helping children and families address executive functioning, sensory modulation and functional motor skills through a neurodiverse, strengths-based lens. In her free time, Ashley enjoys reading, photography and playing referee to her two cats.

Karen received her bachelor’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from Kansas State University and her master’s in Speech Language Pathology from the University of Kansas. Her professional experience includes a wide variety of settings and areas of communication and swallowing disorders, including motor speech disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, pediatric feeding and swallowing, expressive and receptive language disorders and traumatic brain injury. Karen has completed additional training in infant feeding and swallowing, receiving certification in Supporting Oral Feeding in Fragile Feeders (SOFFI). She enjoys preparing food to enjoy around the table with her family, reading great books and living on the Kansas countryside.

Caroline received her undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Kansas and her master’s degree in communication sciences and disorders from Oklahoma State University. She has an interest in alternate and augmentative communication (AAC), feeding and early intervention. She is a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Caroline lives in Lawrence with her husband, Evan and two coonhounds. In her free time, she enjoys watching the Kansas City Chiefs and attending KU games.

Jenna received her undergraduate degree in French and international studies from Baker University and her master’s degree in speech language pathology from the University of Kansas. Jenna is certified in LSVT Loud and VitalStim and is a registered MBSImP clinician. She holds an ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency and specializes in working with adults with communication and swallowing disorders. Jenna grew up in Lawrence and loves working at LMH Health. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading and playing the french horn.

Randi Hutto graduated from the University of Kansas with undergraduate degree in speech-language-hearing and a masters in speech-language pathology.
Hutto specializes in pediatric therapy. She works closely with her patients to evaluate and provide treatment focusing on language, articulation, cognition and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices.
Hutto believes that collaboration with the patient, parents and other professionals is the best way to provide family-centered care.

Raumie earned her associate’s degree as a physical therapist assistant at Washburn University and her bachelor’s degree in kinesiology from Kansas State University. She enjoys treating people of all ages and injuries. She has been a physical therapist assistant for more than 25 years and has worked for LMH Health since 2016. Raumie enjoys running, soccer, playing with her Boxers and reading in her spare time.