Republic Therapy Clinic

We provide care for:

• Lower back pain conditions
• Neck strain, whiplash injuries
• Shoulder conditions: frozen shoulders, rotator cuff injuries
• Arthritis care
• Total joint replacement (knee, hip, ankles and shoulders)
• Ankle pain, instability
• Post-stroke impairments
• Spinal Cord Injuries
• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
• Foot pain, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis
• Wrist and hand pain/injuries
• Carpal tunnel
• Tennis/Golfers elbow pain
• Hip pain and labral repair of the hip
• Knee injuries, arthroscopic knee surgeries, meniscal injuries, anterior cruciate reconstructions, cartilage repairs
• Sports-related injuries
• Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Dysfunction
• Workplace injuries
• Motor Vehicle Accident injuries
• Cardiovascular and strength conditioning
• Self-care home management
• Office and job site ergonomics

Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy helps people across the lifespan to do the things they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of daily activities (occupations). Occupational therapists (OTs) enable people of all ages to live life to its fullest by helping them promote health, and prevent—or live better with—injury, illness, or disability. Cognitive therapy, upper extremity & hand injuries/impairments/surgeries are amongst their many specialty areas.

OTs examine each individual and develop a plan using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. OTs have a holistic perspective, in which the focus is on adapting the environment and/or task to fit the person. It is an evidence-based practice deeply rooted in science.

Our rehab facility is equipped with a full Activities of Daily Living (ADL) kitchen for retraining and specialized hand-therapy equipment.

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy is a dynamic profession with an established theoretical and scientific base with widespread clinical applications in the restoration, maintenance, and promotion of optimal physical function. Physical therapists (PTs) are health care professionals who diagnose and treat individuals of all ages, from newborns to the very oldest that have medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. PTs help you maintain mobility and quality of life without surgery or prescription medication, in many cases.

PTs examine each individual and develop a plan using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. In addition, PTs work with individuals to prevent the loss of mobility before it occurs by developing fitness and wellness-oriented programs for healthier and more active lifestyles.

Our rehab facility is equipped with 4 private treatment rooms and a full gym.

Violet Eberly, Doctor of Physical Therapy

Violet Eberly is a well-known and experienced physical therapist who recently returned to Ferry County Memorial Hospital after operating her own private practice in Republic, WA. She received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Eastern Washington University in 2005 and has practiced in a variety of clinical settings including inpatient hospital, outpatient orthopedics, pediatrics and skilled swing bed. As a native of Ferry County, Violet is grateful to have the opportunity to assist our community in the healing and rehabilitation process. Outside of her career, she enjoys gardening, hiking, biking, and spending time with family.

Trish Ritter, Occupational Therapist

Trish Ritter is a New Orleans native who relocated to Florida 10 years ago. She graduated from FAMU in 2018 with her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy degree, with an interest in the geriatric population, home modifications, and is actively working towards her specialty certification in vestibular rehabilitation. Together with Oliver, her cat and best travel buddy, Trish is excited to begin her first travel contract and to explore the west with her first stop in Republic, WA. Outside of work, she enjoys paddle-boarding, yoga, and hiking.

John Ehlers, OTR/L

John Ehlers is a licensed occupational therapist in Washington State and has been practicing since 2003. He graduated from the University of Puget Sound Occupational Therapy program and his experience includes, but not limited to, out-patient/in-patient, skilled nursing care, status/post distal upper extremity orthopedic fracture/orthopedic repair, CVA (Stoke), home evaluations addressing patient functional access and ADL (Activities of Daily Living) safety/ability. He is dedicated to helping others to improve their overall safety and quality of life. Brought up in a multi-generational farm family, John enjoys gardening, caring for steer, fishing, hunting, designing and fabrication of prototype assistive equipment, and designing and building homes.

Melissa Stahl, Occupational Therapist

Melissa is a travel occupational therapist from Philadelphia, PA and attended Alvernia University in Reading, PA for a combined Bachelor/ Master's program for Health Science and Occupational Therapy. Her experience includes 2 years of acute care experience of Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, WA, and her specialty interests include acute care, trauma care, and cognition. Melissa most recently moved to Fernie, BC where she resides with her husband. She enjoys travelling, going on hikes with her dog Hank, and cooking new foods. Welcome Melissa!!

Daniel Speed, Doctor of Physical Therapy

Daniel Speed, Jr., DPT, is originally from Mississippi. He graduated from William Carey University with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2020. His hobbies include hiking, running, snowboarding, and playing basketball. He enjoys working with a variety of patients and is looking forward to his time in Ferry County while growing his skill set to better serve the community.

Hannah Garrett, Doctor of Physical Therapy

Hannah is a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Rosemount, Minnesota. She graduated with her Doctorate last year from the University of Minnesota and holds a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science from the University of Minnesota Duluth. Hannah has a passion for rural healthcare and enjoys Women's Health, Chronic Pain and Geriatrics. She is a former yoga and exercise instructor and uses that experience to teach her patients the importance of mind-body connection. Outside of work, Hannah loves seeing live music, writing, and hiking and camping with her German Shepherd, Murphy.

Dorothy Dansel, Front Office Coordinator

Dorothy Dansel is a front office coordinator (PRN), at the Republic Clinic has been a member of the team since Feb 2021. She is a lifelong resident of Ferry County and returned to work after her retirement from a 25 year career as elementary school secretary from the Republic School District. Her favorite thing is spending time with her 2 grandsons. “Grand kids really are the best thing ever”. As for Dorothy’s experience with Ferry County Physical and Occupational therapy, she states, “Rehab has a great team of people and I feel fortunate to work with them.”

Vannesa Ayers, Front Office Coordinator

Vannesa Ayers is a Republic Washington native, and graduated from Republic High School with her Associates of Arts Degree. She joined Ferry County Memorial Hospital in 2024 as Front Office Coordinator of the Republic Therapy Clinic. Her goal is to gain experience in customer service, and professional front office management. Vannesa is also a tattoo artist and is passionate about “putting art on people”. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with family, volleyball, and trying new and exotic foods. She is very happy to be a part of the Ferry County Therapy team and is excited about the future!

Rob Gorycki, Doctor of Physical Therapy

Rob Gorycki is a licensed physical therapist in Washington State and received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Regis University in Denver, CO. Originally from Minnesota, Rob has been a traveling therapist since 2016, and has experienced clinical settings in Massachusetts, Oregon, Wyoming, and Hawaii (Big Island). As a collegiate level swimmer, Rob enjoys working with athletes, and a variety of patients, and provides a wide range of treatment options to best improve an individual’s quality of life. His hobbies include swimming, camping hiking and traveling.

Jacob Ramsby, Doctor of Physical Therapy

Jacob Ramsby, DPT, grew up in a small farming town in northern Illinois and attended Carroll University in Waukesha Wisconsin for both undergraduate and Graduate studies. He has spent his career as a traveling physical therapist, exploring and working in small mountain towns. Outside of therapy he is a competitive ultra distance obstacle course racer, ultra trail runner, and winter expedition racer. Most of his time is spent outdoors running, hiking, hunting, and exploring.

Chi Pak, Physical Therapist
Rehabilitation Department Director

Chi is a licensed physical therapist in WA state and has been practicing since 2007. He graduated from McMaster University (B. Kin, 1997), and D'Youville College (MPT, 2007), and relocated to beautiful Washington State to begin his profession. Prior to relocating to Republic, WA in 2020, he owned and operated private clinics in Vancouver and is the first recipient of the Senior Heroes Awards of Clark County for Private Business. Chi's daily focus is to provide a place where his team members can grow and thrive, resulting in optimal patient outcomes. Outside of work, he enjoys the great outdoors with family and friends.

Jessica Petter, Rehabilitation Aide

Jessica has been a part of FCMH since 1995 and is a foundational member of the therapy team. She began her experience as a CNA and has experience providing services in a variety of settings including imaging, wound care, and all aspects of physical therapy patient care including inpatient, outpatient, swing bed, assisted living and long term care. In her spare time. she enjoys spending time with family.

Amanda Grumbach, Doctor of Physical Therapy

Amanda has been with FCPHD since August 2018. She was born and raised in Ferry County and has decided to return home after graduating with her B.A. in Health Science from Whitworth University in 2012 and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Texas Tech University in 2018. With a background of collegiate volleyball, Amanda has an interest in treating various athletes in preventing injuries and returning to sport. Additionally, Amanda is interested in dizziness and balance disorders as well as postoperative joint replacement therapy. She is excited to be back in Ferry County and looks forward to helping her patients return to the activities of life they enjoy most.