Therapists
Fairhope Physical Therapy Staff Profiles
“All of the members of the staff of Fairhope Physical Therapy work well together. Each one knows every patient and his therapy plan, and the staff works together to ensure that each patient has a positive experience every time he comes for therapy.”
Patrick L. Garofano, P.T.
“Thank you for your support of the Grandman Triathalon. The posters were a big success and we really appreciated you providing them for us….Thank you for enduring the heat, helping the race go smoothly, and being available for any injured athletes. We’re grateful.”
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| Education |
| 1988-89 |
Post Graduate Program in Manual Therapy. 1-year residency program Gulf Coast Physical Therapy, Gulfport, MS |
| 1986 |
BS Physical Therapy, University of New England, Bifford, ME |
| 1980 |
BS Recreation Management, minor in Business Administration, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT |
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| Professional |
- Licensed Physical Therapist, State of Alabama since 1986
- Licensed Physical Therapist, State of Florida since 1989
- Member American Physical Therapy Association
- Member Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce
- Experience in acute care, rehabilitation, industrial rehabilitation at outpatient facilities throughout the Gulf Coast.
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| Personal |
Patrick was born in Rutland, VT. He now lives in Daphne, AL with his wife, Cindy, who is a physical therapist at Mobile Infirmary in Mobile, AL. Patrick and Cindy have two children, Katrina and Mark. Patrick enjoys exercise, skiing and all sports. Patrick is a member of the Sons of Italy. He and his family attend Christ the King Catholic Church. |
Emily Flynn, P.T.
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| Education |
| 2000 |
Bachelor of Science, Physical Therapy, University of South Alabama |
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| Professional |
- Licensed Physical Therapy, State of Alabama
- Experience in acute care, geriatric rehabilitation, sports medicine, aquatics and wound care at facilities in AL, IL and NC
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| Personal |
Emily is a Pennsylvania native. She now lives in Loxley, AL with her husband and 2 children. She enjoys gardening, lounging by her pool and spending time with her family and friends. |
Tracy R. Shaffer, LPTA
“Tracy is very motivated; she is deeply committed to delivering quality care and achieving superior patient outcomes.”
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| Education |
| 2009 |
Associate of Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, Bishop State Community College |
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| Professional |
- Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Alabama
- Experience in Outpatient Rehabilitation
- Member, American Physical Therapy Association
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| Personal |
Tracy was born in Mobile, AL. She grew up in Fairhope and now lives in Daphne with her husband Mack. She has one daughter, Hannah, and two stepchildren, Ally and Nick. Tracy enjoys the outdoors, walking, exercising, working in the yard and reading. |
Kyle Lake McDowell, M.S., ATC-L
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| Education |
| 1999 |
Master of Science,
Mississippi State University |
| 1998 |
Bachelor of Science,
Troy University |
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| Professional |
- Certified Athletic Trainer for 11 years
- Worked in high school, 4-year college, 2-year junior college and outpatient physical therapy settings
- 5 years as Head Athletic Trainer for Newberry College in Newberry, SC
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| Personal |
Married for 5 years to Christa McDowell, formerly of Great Bend, KS. |
 Stacey Exum, A.T.C.
“Stacey is a very positive role model for the female athletes at Fairhope High School.”
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| Education |
| 2002 |
Master of Education, Auburn University |
| 2001 |
BS Education (Exercise Science), Auburn University |
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| Professional |
- Received certification as a Certified Athletic Trainer in June, 2002
- Member, NATA
- Member, ALATA
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| Personal |
Stacey was born in Eufaula, AL on September 4, 1979. She enjoys reading and bike riding. |
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