Mike Francisco, MPT, WCC
Mike Francisco, MPT, WCC
Physical Therapy
Wound Care
970.564.2460
Angela Howell, OTR/L, MSOT – Occupational Therapy
Angela Howell, OTR/L, MSOT
Occupational Therapy at the Rehabilitation Department at Southwest Health System
Education
Graduate: Boston University, Occupational Therapy
Undergraduate: High Point University, Sports Medicine
Recognition and awards: Employee of the Month
Specialty
- Spinal cord injury
- Acute CVA rehab
- ADL performance in both inpatient and outpatient settings
- Increasing functional use of upper extremities
- Upper extremity splinting
- Ergonomic specialist can perform in-house assessments for staff work areas
- WorkWell or Pre-Work screening for new applicants to ensure job safety
Care Philosophy
“I aim to inform patients of “the why” behind therapy techniques in easy to understand terms therefore getting them to “buy in” to and be more successful in the rehab process.
I feel that we have a great collaborative team that not only refers to each other when patient needs require it, but we also teach and learn from each other to make the whole team better.”
About Angela
Angela is originally from New Orleans, LA. She has 2 young sons and enjoys introducing them to outdoor fun!
Brenton Wright, PT, DPT- Physical Therapist
Brenton Wright, PT, DPT
Physical Therapy
Brenton Wright, PT, DPT is a physical therapist in Cortez, Colorado. He specializes in treating orthopedic and neuro populations; specifically knee surgeries and BPPV vertigo. He can help with vertigo, falls, exercise recommendations and more. Contact us at 970-564-2460 for more information.
Common Procedures and Expertise
- Orthopedic and neuro populations
- Knee surgeries
- BPPV vertigo
- Vertigo, falls, and exercise recommendations
- Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization
Care Philosophy
“Everyone can always improve. I want to get my patients back to doing all the things they love in the community.As a team we have a very comprehensive mixture of therapists That allow us to treat a variety of diagnoses successfully. We use that diverse set of skills to make sure the patient has the best outcome possible. It’s important that people know that I am very excited and energetic about my job, and truly enjoy getting people better.”
Brenton has been an outstanding help in regaining the range of motion in my knees after bilateral total knee replacement. I am a difficult case as I was so restricted preoperatively. Brenton has tried multiple strategies, extensively researched, and done everything but stand on his head to help me regain adequate function, and I am sure he WOULD stand on his head if he felt it would help me. He is the perfect combination of cheerleader and taskmaster. SHS is very lucky to have him, and I am blessed to have him as my primary PT here. He is determined to get me the best outcome possible. If I arrive early for an appointment, he takes me immediately if he is not with another patient, and gives me extra time if necessary, because obviously we have TWO joints to work on! His positive attitude reflects well on the PT department, as well as the organization as a whole. M.L, Patient
Education
Undergraduate: Kansas State University
Physical Therapy Training: Midwestern University- Glendale, Arizona
Internship: Falls City, NE; Wickenburg, AZ,& The Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, AZ
More about Brenton
Hometown: Hiawatha, KS
Interests and Favorites: “My wife is a PTA here. I love the outdoors, sports, and my dogs. I have two labs that I take hiking every chance I get. I am a huge Chiefs fan, and I have enjoyed winning the AFC west the last two years. As for favorite foods and destinations, oreos, seafood and New Orleans top off the list.”
