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Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Physical medicine and rehabilitation, also known as physiatry, can help you recover function after an injury or illness. At St. Luke’s, we offer comprehensive care after catastrophic events such as a brain or spinal cord injury, and after less serious physical injury. If you have a disease or disability, we’ll work with you to maximize your abilities so you can live your best life.

Highlights & Resources

  • Geri Helm’s Comeback

  • Blog Post

    'I’m going to walk again': Twin Falls man perseveres in rehab at St. Luke’s after stroke

  • Article

    Neurological Examination for Multiple Sclerosis

  • Article

    Classification of Spinal Cord Injuries

Providers

  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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    Rodde D. Cox, MD has professional interests in medical rehabilitation, rehabilitation of injured workers, and electrodiagnostic medicine. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family hunting, fishing, camping, woodworking, cooking, and biking.

    Dr. Cox is proud to provide care at St. Luke's Center for Spine Wellness, a practice that has been recognized as a Spine Center of Excellence by Blue Cross of Idaho.

    Please note: Dr. Cox requires a referral for patients at St. Luke’s Clinic–Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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    Kelly Heusinkveld, PA has experience in managing neuro-rehabilitation in both hospital and outpatient settings. She earned a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from the University of Puget Sound and a master’s degree in physician assistant Studies from Idaho State University.

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    Nicholas Hutt, PA-C earned his master's degree in physician assistant studies from Midwestern University and his bachelor's degree in anthropology from Idaho State University.

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    David J. Jensen, DO provides a wide range of spine care, musculoskeletal evaluation and management, and electrodiagnostic medicine and nerve testing.

    Dr. Jensen began his career as a chiropractor before returning to medical school, maintaining his interest in spinal and musculoskeletal issues. He completed his internship at  Madigan Army Medical Center and residency at Walter Reed Medical Center. He then worked with and served active-duty soldiers at Fort Bliss. 

    Originally from Utah, Dr. Jensen enjoys outdoor recreation and spending time with his family.

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    Vic Kadyan, MD is medical director for St. Luke’s Specialty Care Services, and provides medical services at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Hospital and St. Luke’s Boise Medical Center. He has professional interests in neuro-rehabilitation, spasticity, and electrodiagnostic medicine.

    Dr. Kadyan is proud to provide care at St. Luke's Clinic–Spine Care, a practice that has been recognized as a Spine Center of Excellence by Blue Cross of Idaho.

    In his free time, Dr. Kadyan enjoys spending time with his family in outdoor activities like cycling, backpacking, and hiking.

    Please note: Dr. Kadyan requires a referral for patients at St. Luke’s Clinic–Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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    Bryce Kirkman, DO is a fellowship trained, non-surgical spine and sports physician who specializes in disorders of the spine and musculoskeletal system. His professional interests include comprehensive conservative spine care, diagnostic and therapeutic interventional spine procedures, ultrasound guided peripheral joint and tendon injections, and electrodiagnostic studies. He is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

    Prior to his medical education, Dr. Kirkman earned his bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Brigham Young University. In his free time, Dr. Kirkman and his wife are busy raising their children. He enjoys golf, pickleball, and water sports.  His hobbies include home renovations, landscape design, and he is actively learning to play the guitar.

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    Michael R. McMartin, MD provides periodic inpatient care for patients during a stay at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Hospital and St. Luke’s Boise Medical Center.

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    Gregory Moran, NP is a board certified adult and gerontology primary care nurse practitioner specializing in recovery and rehabilitation.

    Gregory earned his bachelor's degree in geography from Syracuse University and his master's degree from Columbia University.

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    Jonathan D. Myers, MD is a board-certified physiatrist (a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation), with expertise in a variety of neurologic and musculoskeletal conditions, and is currently the medical director of rehabilitation services for St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center. He cares for outpatients in the clinic setting and for inpatients at the Gwen Neilsen Anderson Rehabilitation Center at St. Luke's Magic Valley. 

    His areas of clinical interest and expertise include spasticity management, spinal cord injury, stroke, traumatic brain injury, working with amputation and limb deficiencies, and cerebral palsy and other movement disorders. Dr. Myers is himself a spinal cord injury survivor and uses his personal experience to better relate to his patients.

    In August 2016, Dr. Myers and a group of St. Luke's Rehabilitation colleagues climbed Mount Borah to raise awareness regarding balance rehabilitation and raise the funding necessary to bring a balance machine to the Magic Valley.

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    Jacob Radil, PA-C helps patients manage the difficulties associated with spine-related conditions and supports them in their journeys toward recovery. 

    Jacob earned his master's degree in physician assistant studies from Idaho State University. He worked for over six years in psychiatric clinical social work prior to attending PA school, having earned master's and bachelor's degrees in social work from Boise State University. 

    In his free time, Jacob enjoys spending time with his wife, family, and friends, as well as engaging in a variety of outdoor activities, including skiing, backpacking, biking, and disc sports.

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    Yustina Rafla, PA-C is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and has worked as a clinical research coordinator where she managed and facilitated medical research projects, co-authored abstracts and case studies, and prepared presentations for regional conferences.

    Yustina earned her bachelor's degree in biology from Boise State University and her master's in physician assistant studies from Harding University.

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    Erika Schiller, PA-C, MS, RDN cares deeply for her patients and works to be a kind and trustworthy provider. Prior to her work as a physician's assistant, she worked for three years as an inpatient registered dietitian at St. Luke's. 

    Erika earned her bachelor's degree in dietetics from Kansas State University, a master's degree in nutrition from Oklahoma State University, and another master's degree in physician assistant studies from Yale University. In her free time, she enjoys running the Boise trails, trying out new restaurants, and skiing.

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    Lynn Shenk, DO, FAAPMR is a dedicated and community-oriented neuro rehabilitation specialist, compassionate about continuity of care and focusing on recovery following devastating injury and illness. She enjoys evaluating complex medical cases and providing services to improve function and quality of life. 

    Dr. Shenk treats traumatic brain injuries (mild, moderate, severe, and disorders of consciousness); non-traumatic brain injuries (stroke, brain tumors, MS); spasticity; spinal cord injuries; movement disorders; amputees; cerebral palsy; gait abnormalities; balance dysfunction; neurodegenerative disorders; and muscular dystrophies.

    In her free time, Dr. Shenk enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, and exploring the outdoors through hiking, camping, biking, skiing, and paddling.


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    Michael Spackman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He has experience with rehabilitation and pain management and prefers to offer non-surgical options for recovery. 

    Dr. Spackman is a member of the International Spine Injection Society and the Ada County Medical Society.

    Learn more about the Spine Institute of Idaho.

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    Nathan Truex, MD provides medical services at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Center as well as the Spine Clinic at St. Luke’s Meridian Medical Center. He has professional interests in neuro-rehabilitation, sports medicine, and electrodiagnostic medicine.  

    Outside of work, Dr. Truex enjoys spending time with his family pursuing outdoor activities such as skiing, mountain biking, kayaking, rock climbing, and hiking. 

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