Our Staff

All staff members at Burkhardt Physical Therapy Center collaborate to ensure that each patient is getting the treatment and relief they need and expect from us.

Our goal is to see each patient we treat leave with less pain and move with greater ease after each session.

To ensure our patients receive the best treatment possible, our therapists are extensively trained and continuously seek education in advanced manual and neuromuscular techniques, as well as Jones Strain Counterstrain.

Hello, my name is Mel! I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy and owner Burkhardt Physical Therapy Center, LLC with my husband Chad. I received my undergraduate and doctoral degree from the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse. I have experience working with a wide variety of patients and enjoy getting to know my patients and their preferences throughout their treatment. I am a Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist and have post graduate training in Jones Institute Fascial Counterstrain and Graston Technique.

I grew up in Plymouth, WI but fell in love with the Coulee Region during my schooling. My husband and I currently reside in Onalaska, WI with our dog Theo. We love all things outdoors including fishing, camping, hiking, and kayaking. We are always looking for more adventures, so I love hearing recommendations from my patients!

Hello! My name is Anna, and I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy. I attended the University of Wisconsin – River Falls for my undergraduate degree in Biomedical Science before earning my doctorate degree at the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse.

I love helping patients return to their favorite activities through integrated treatments that help rebalance their body systems. Additionally, I have taken coursework in Pelvic Health to further address patient needs from a whole person perspective. I am passionate about helping patients work toward an improved quality of life! My husband and I love the outdoors, and when I am not in the clinic, we enjoy biking, camping, hiking, and exploring new places!

Hi! My name is Lauren, and I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy. I received my undergraduate degree in Kinesiology from Loras College in Dubuque, IA, and my doctorate in physical therapy from the University of Wisconsin- La Crosse.

I have taken continued education courses in Pelvic Floor physical therapy and Dry Needling. I have experience working with a variety of patient populations including vestibular. I am passionate about treating the whole person, which led me to join the Burkhardt Physical Therapy team of holistic and caring providers. I look forward to growing my skill set through further training.

My husband and I are both natives of La Crosse, and together we enjoy cooking, baking, and a plethora of outdoor activities. We love the Coulee Region!

Hi there, My name is Chris! I’ve been a Physical Therapist Assistant for 12 years and have experience in outpatient orthopedics, Kinesio taping, Mckenzie MDT techniques, functional movement screening, and office / industrial ergonomics.

I graduated from Western Technical College in La Crosse, WI with an Associates degree in Applied Science and started my physical therapy career in a skilled nursing facility. I eventually expanded to outpatient physical therapy and have a wide scope of experience from working with many different populations and diagnoses.

My favorite thing about physical therapy is getting to know my patients and working with them to improve their quality of life. When not helping patients lead pain free and active lives, my wife and I enjoy fishing, hunting, and gardening.

Hello, my name is Laurie Doladee. I have been a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) since 1998. I have worked in various areas of healthcare including a nursing facility, chiropractic clinic, orthopedic clinic, vestibular rehab clinic and now here at Burkhardt Physical Therapy.

Since joining the Burkhardt Physical Therapy team, I have enjoyed learning new techniques including Jones Strain Counterstrain, Fascial Counterstrain, Kinesiotaping, and Muscle Energy Technique. I have years of experience with Graston technique, therapeutic exercise, vestibular rehab and orthopedics. I continue to learn every day and enjoy helping people reduce their pain and improve their quality of life and activities of daily living.

My husband and I lived in the Chicago area for 35 years and now live in the country near Houston, MN. We really love this area and enjoy many outdoor activities. We still go back to the Chicago area several times a year to visit our grown children and grandchildren.

Hi, I’m Jenny and I love being  a part of the Burkhardt Physical Therapy Team!  I am a very outgoing person and love helping people. I am the billing specialist and can assist you in a variety of ways, including insurance questions and billing, paperwork, and scheduling your appointments. Stop by my office to say hello!

I grew up in the Coulee region and currently live in Rockland, WI with my two beautiful daughters and our spunky dog, Gizmo. We are huge Packer fans and enjoy being very active.

Hi there! My name is Andrea Smith and I am the PT Aide here at Burkhardt Physical Therapy Center. I am responsible for making your visits comfortable and clean and I may pop up at the front desk to help you schedule an appointment every now and then, too. I have my degree as a Paraprofessional but decided healthcare is where I want to be! 

I am a mom of 6 kids (yes, 6), 3 girls and 3 boys. My family enjoys being outside, camping and hiking, and going to sporting events. I currently live in Bangor, WI but am originally from Ohio. My favorite teams are the Cleveland Brown’s, Guardians, and Ohio State Buckeyes!