Doctor's Family Clinic & Immediate Care offers Physical Therapy for every body that moves. As a team oriented outpatient rehabilitation clinic, we RESTORE normal functional movement, MAXIMIZE individual potential, EDUCATE for wholesome life choices, COMMUNICATE and encourage full participation and OPTIMIZE health for all our patients.
Meet our Physical Therapy staff below.
Marina McCulloch, MS P.T.
Marina has 25 years of experience in treating patients with acute and chronic musculoskeletal pain. Her clinical experience has focused on the treatment of spinal dysfunction, orthopedic and sports injuries, and chronic pain disorders. She uses manual techniques and specific exercises to promote postural balance and restore normal functional movement. She guides each patient towards independence and self reliance through education and assigned home exercises. She was certified as a Pilates instructor with Core Dynamics Pilates in May, 2005.
Marina graduated from the University of Kentucky School of Physical Therapy in 1986 and completed graduate studies in orthopedic physical therapy at the University of Florida in 1992. She joined Doctor's Family Clinic in March, 2001. Her hobbies include cycling, hiking with her husband and fox terriers, gardening and healthy cooking.
Mary Gruen, P.T.
Mary is an Oregon native. She grew up in the Portland area and completed her training in Physical Therapy at Pacific University in Forest Grove, OR in 1994. Since her graduation, she has remained very active in continuing her education with an emphasis in manual therapy techniques and functional rehabilitation. Working primarily in outpatient orthopedic practices, Mary has been with the DFCIC family since January 2000. She enjoys working with a variety of clients assisting them with rehabilitation from injuries and/or surgeries. She also emphasizes and encourages maintaining a healthy lifestyle to augment her rehabilitation effort and long-term wellness goals for her patients.
In her spare time, Mary enjoys horseback riding and country dancing. She is new to practicing yoga and is continually striving to improve her personal practice as well as applying the principles to her patients' treatments. When she isn't busy with her work or regular leisure activities, she relaxes with a good book or quality time with friends and family.
Debbie Thrall, P.T.
Debbie has been in practice for 23 years, graduating from Boston University in 1988 with a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy. She has been certified in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) since 1994; and a member of the American Physical Therapy Association since 1986. Debbie's treatments are based on a careful examination and typically emphasize self-treatment and patient education. Most patients receive training in posture and alignment; body mechanics; and use of postural supports in addition to targeted exercises to restore injured tissue. Manual therapy (soft tissue and joint mobilization/manipulation) is also used as needed. All treatments are one on one, carried out by the physical therapist and most visits last 45 to 60 minutes.
Physical training has been a lifelong passion for her. Currently she rides at Training Level in dressage. Other interests have included: gymnastics; practicing and teaching yoga; running the Boston Marathon; rock climbing; and gardening/farming. Other non-medical interests include working with several community groups in Washington County.
As a Physical Therapist, she enjoys the relationship she forms with patients and is passionate about the problem-solving aspects of diagnosing and treating them. She enjoys working directly with the providers at Doctor's Family Clinic and Immediate Care; and with the professional, patient-focused staff.
Brittney Couch, LMT
Brittney has always been interested in massage. Her grandmother has a wellness center and has practiced massage for over twenty years. At first, she just loved receiving massage, because of the relaxation it gave to her body. After finding out all the healing benefits that go along with massage, she wanted to make it a big part of her life and share it with others. In 2008, Brittney finished massage school and began working at a chiropractic office. She was able to get a lot of experience working on patients who were recently in car accidents as well as work related injuries. Last fall, she furthered her education in San Diego and learned Oriental Sports Massage. It is a great technique for athletes or anyone looking to gain flexibility and range of motion. Brittney enjoys doing deep tissue massage and believes it is very beneficial for loosening up tight muscles. She is passionate about what she does and treats every client from her heart to the best of her abilities. Outside of work, Brittney enjoys taking Zumba dance class, being outdoors and spending time with her amazing family and friends.