FRANKLIN OFFICE
Edward St. Clair, PT, DPT, Certified Hand Therapist
(Eddie) has dedicated most of his life to helping people feel better, move better and live better. Eddie entered the medical field in 1988 when he was trained as a field medic in the United States Air Force helping injured soldiers. After completing his enlistment, he continued his education in Atlanta and earned a degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant. He specialized in the treatment of patients with traumatic brain injuries, stroke, and spinal cord injuries. Wanting to do more as a dedicated healthcare worker, he returned to Georgia State University to earn his Bachelor of Science degree as a Physical Therapist. Eddie then moved to Franklin in 1999 and established West Park Rehab. While in practice, Eddie earned his Clinical Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from Temple University in December of 2006. Most recently, Dr. St. Clair completed a rigorous course of study involving the upper extremity and then passed a national exam to earn his board certification in hand therapy. “This is my passion, my mission, and my honor to help members of my community with problems that involve their hands and arms.” Eddie works in both Franklin and Seneca clinics.
Megan Baumcratz PTA
Megan Baumcratz, PTA was born and raised in Lucinda, PA. She is a 2019 graduate of North Clarion High School. She attended Penn State University and graduated in 2022 with an Associates of Science Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Megan spent many summers working in Cook Forest and enjoys being outdoors. Some of her favorite activities include hiking, biking, hunting, and playing volleyball. She also enjoys spending time with family and friends. Megan was drawn to work at West Park Rehab and Diagnostics because of the wide range of specialties and diagnostics offered. She enjoys working in an outpatient setting with a variety of patients. Megan works in both the Franklin and Seneca clinics.
Dylan Skibinski, DPT
Dylan Skibinski was born and raised in Grove City, PA and graduated from Grove City High School in 2014. He then attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania and received his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science in 2018. Then he went on to Youngstown State University, where he received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2022. He is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Once Dylan became a Licensed Physical Therapist he started his career here at West Park Rehab. Dylan now lives in Franklin with his wife Heather. He enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing video games, watching movies and shows with his wife, and enjoys the outdoors.
Lisa Cassagne, PTA
Brandy Brady, PTA, RYT
Brandy is a 2018 graduate of University of Pittsburgh at Titusville with an Associate degree in the Science of Physical Therapist Assistant. Brandy is a Registered Yoga Teacher and enjoys implementing yoga into physical therapy treatment when appropriate. Brandy received University and Presidential Scholar Honors while completing her degree. Brandy is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association. Brandy also has completed Biology and Psychology coursework at the University of Pittsburgh Main campus and has interest in understanding the physiological and psychological components of chronic pain. Brandy grew up in Franklin, PA and graduated from Rocky Grove High School. She also lived in Pittsburgh, PA for 18 years before returning to her hometown of Franklin.
Beth Carr, DPT, CWS
Beth Carr was born and raised in Jamestown, PA where she graduated from Jamestown High School in 1993. She attended Slippery Rock University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science and a minor in Adapted Physical Activity and Rehabilitation in 1998. She continued her education at Slippery Rock University, earning her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree in 2001. Beth began her physical therapy career in 2001 at Meadville Medical Center, where she specialized in workplace ergonomics, pediatrics, and wound care. She went on to earn her certification in wound care as a Certified Wound Specialist, CWS, in 2004. She has worked in various settings in Physical Therapy including long-term care, inpatient, and outpatient. Beth is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association, and the Association for the Advancement of Wound Care. Beth has completed extensive coursework under the nationally recognized Hands-on Diagnostics fellowship program, completing her fellowship in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in the Fall of 2021. She is now performing Musculoskeletal Ultrasound diagnostic testing at the Franklin location. Beth has also become certified as LSVT BIG clinician for treatment of Parkinson’s patients since 2019.
Rachel Southwick, DPT
Rachel graduated from Titusville High School in 2018 with high honors. She then obtained her bachelor of science degree in Exercise Science from Slippery Rock University. She went on to complete her doctor of physical therapy degree at Slippery Rock University as well, graduating summa cum laude in 2024. Rachel has an interest in treating runners with musculoskeletal impairments, and those with vertigo or vestibular dysfunctions. Her goal is to not only help her patients gain function and decrease pain but also make them feel valued and cared for through providing compassionate care. Rachel was born and raised in Titusville, Pennsylvania. She currently lives in Grove City with her husband. In her free time, Rachel enjoys trail running, hiking, reading, and spending time with her husband and friends.
Katie Weaver, PTA
Katie Weaver, PTA was born and raised in Franklin, Pa. She has a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and received her Associates of Sciences as a Physical Therapist Assistant from Penn State Shenango in 2013. She has been working in primarily outpatient physical therapy since 2014 and also has experience in the long-term care setting. Katie has completed certification in instruction of “Delay The Disease”, an exercise-based program designed to delay progression of and symptoms of Parkinsons disease. In her free time, Katie enjoys camping, kayaking, and being with her family.
Amanda Kucic, PTA
Amanda was born and raised in Limestone, PA. She graduated from Clarion-Limestone High School in 2017. She started her college career at Slippery Rock University, majoring in exercise science, before transferring to Penn State Dubois. This is where she obtained an Associates of Science degree as a physical therapist assistant in 2022. She has worked primarily in an outpatient setting since graduation. While Amanda enjoys treating all diagnoses, she is well-versed in orthopedics and also has experience working with vestibular and balance disorders. In her free time, Amanda enjoys home renovations with her fiance, many outdoor activities, and spending time with family/friends. Amanda will be supporting both the Lower Extremity and Spine teams in Franklin.
SENECA OFFICE
Kevin Cheung, DPT
Kevin Cheung was raised in Seneca, PA and is a graduate of Cranberry High School in 2014. He then attended Slippery Rock University, where he was part of their 3+3 Physical Therapy program. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science in 2018 and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2020. During his time at Slippery Rock, he participated in a Pro Bono physical therapy clinic, which aimed to provide physical therapy for the underserved. After graduation, Kevin began his physical therapy career at West Park Rehab. He is part of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Kevin has completed training in LSVT-BIG, which is a program to help individuals with Parkinson’s disease move more normally. Kevin is currently in the nationally recognized HODs electrodiagnostic residency program. Kevin has been certified in Level 1 Blood Flow Restriction Training through SmartCuffs.
Claire Warner PTA
Claire is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh at Titusville, obtaining her Associate of Science Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant. She graduated with magna cum laude honors. She developed her passion for physical therapy when a close family member needed physical therapy. She enjoys all aspects of physical therapy and treating a variety of patient diagnoses. She loves helping patients achieve their highest level of function and improve their quality of life. In her free time, she likes hunting and many outdoor activities.
Missy Crocker PTA
Missy Crocker PTA Graduated from Penn State University in 1998. She worked as a PTA in the Pittsburgh area prior to moving to Venango county in 2000. She worked in various outpatient settings before starting at West Park Rehab in 2005. Initially working in the Aquatics setting and then working directly with Eddie St. Clair DPT on the Upper Extremity team. Most recently, Missy has become the Clinical Director/External Marketing Director here at West Park Rehab and Diagnostics. She has been performing Musculoskeletal Ultrasounds under the direction of Beth Carr DPT. Missy enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, running, and kayaking as well as educating the community about physical therapy and how it can help those in need.