Smithfield - Sanderson Road, RI
Highbar - Smithfield Sanderson Road is located in the Smithfield Medical Center right off Route 44 in Smithfield. Close to the Smithfield Crossings and Apple Valley Plaza, this clinic is easily accessible for patients in the Smithfield and Johnston areas. The newly expanded clinic features a large open gym space and five private treatment rooms. We have clinicians who are Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialists, several clinicians who are certified in trigger point dry needling, and a vestibular specialist. Our clinicians and staff members all work hard to ensure each patient feels comfortable, motivated, and supported in their treatment plan so they can become the happiest, healthiest version of themselves.
Meet the Team
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Dr. Carolyn Rhoads PT, DPT has been the Clinic Director in Smithfield since 2016. She is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, headaches, and balance and falls. She loves being a physical therapist because she can help patients return to what they love to do. She enjoys working with athletes of all ages and abilities, and has worked with the Performance Physical Therapy Speed School, a comprehensive sports training and conditioning program for athletes. She has earned certification in trigger point dry needling and has also worked with athletes training for the Special Olympics. When she’s not in the clinic, Carolyn enjoys traveling, working in her vegetable garden, spending time with her friends and family, and cheering on the Patriots.
Dr. Dylan Forrester is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics and sports-related injuries. His passion is making meaningful improvements in the lives of his patients through education, hands-on adjustments, and exercise. He loves being a part of a patient’s journey to get back to what they enjoy doing and watching the progress they make along the way.
In his free time, Dylan enjoys being outside, whether that be hiking or going to the beach. As an avid New England sports fan, you can typically find him cheering on his favorite teams, the Celtics and Patriots. He is kept busy at home with his dog named Honey and two tuxedo cats named Sylvester and Brooke.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Sports Injuries
Dr. Dylan Forrester is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics and sports-related injuries. His passion is making meaningful improvements in the lives of his patients through education, hands-on adjustments, and exercise. He loves being a part of a patient’s journey to get back to what they enjoy doing and watching the progress they make along the way.
In his free time, Dylan enjoys being outside, whether that be hiking or going to the beach. As an avid New England sports fan, you can typically find him cheering on his favorite teams, the Celtics and Patriots. He is kept busy at home with his dog named Honey and two tuxedo cats named Sylvester and Brooke.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Sports Injuries
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Elizabeth Mainville is a Physical Therapist Assistant who specializes in orthopedics and balance & falls. Her passion is forming connections with her patients during their road to recovery and supporting them through their treatment. Her favorite part of her job is seeing the progress her patients make from their first appointment through their graduation day.
When she’s not in the clinic, Elizabeth enjoys spending time with her friends, family, and her many pets. She likes to stay active by playing volleyball recreationally and competitively.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Balance & Falls
Elizabeth Mainville is a Physical Therapist Assistant who specializes in orthopedics and balance & falls. Her passion is forming connections with her patients during their road to recovery and supporting them through their treatment. Her favorite part of her job is seeing the progress her patients make from their first appointment through their graduation day.
When she’s not in the clinic, Elizabeth enjoys spending time with her friends, family, and her many pets. She likes to stay active by playing volleyball recreationally and competitively.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Balance & Falls
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Jaimie Moura is a Physical Therapist Assistant who specializes in orthopedics and sports-related injuries. She is passionate about being a part of the process of helping patients reach their goals and loves that she can treat patients in the same town she grew up in.
When she isn’t treating patients, she is likely reading or spending time with her family. As a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys and Boston Bruins, she loves attending sporting events. Jaimie may not readily admit it, but she is also a reality TV show addict!
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Sports Injuries
Jaimie Moura is a Physical Therapist Assistant who specializes in orthopedics and sports-related injuries. She is passionate about being a part of the process of helping patients reach their goals and loves that she can treat patients in the same town she grew up in.
When she isn’t treating patients, she is likely reading or spending time with her family. As a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys and Boston Bruins, she loves attending sporting events. Jaimie may not readily admit it, but she is also a reality TV show addict!
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Sports Injuries
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Dr. Sarah Arruda is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, pelvic health, women’s health, neuro, pediatrics, and balance & falls. She loves helping patients get their lives back and loves her job as a physical therapist so much that she would still work even if she won the lottery!
Sarah loves to stay active by running, hiking, lifting, and golfing. She loves spending time with her husband and two young daughters as well as cheering on the Green Bay Packers, UConn Huskies, and Boston Red Sox!
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Spine
Sports Injuries
Neuro
Pediatrics
Balance & Falls
Dr. Sarah Arruda is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, pelvic health, women’s health, neuro, pediatrics, and balance & falls. She loves helping patients get their lives back and loves her job as a physical therapist so much that she would still work even if she won the lottery!
Sarah loves to stay active by running, hiking, lifting, and golfing. She loves spending time with her husband and two young daughters as well as cheering on the Green Bay Packers, UConn Huskies, and Boston Red Sox!
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Spine
Sports Injuries
Neuro
Pediatrics
Balance & Falls
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Dr. Bradley Brink is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, lacrosse, football, CrossFit, and surfing. He’s passionate about building relationships with his patients and being their coach and advocate on their way to recovery.
Originally from New Hampshire, Bradley is returning to New England after spending 18 months living in Hawaii. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, trying new foods and cafes, riding his motorcycle, and keeping up with New England sports. He stays active by hiking, snowboarding, CrossFit, and surfing.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Spine
Sports Injuries
Lacrosse
Football
CrossFit
Surfing
Dr. Bradley Brink is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, lacrosse, football, CrossFit, and surfing. He’s passionate about building relationships with his patients and being their coach and advocate on their way to recovery.
Originally from New Hampshire, Bradley is returning to New England after spending 18 months living in Hawaii. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, trying new foods and cafes, riding his motorcycle, and keeping up with New England sports. He stays active by hiking, snowboarding, CrossFit, and surfing.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Spine
Sports Injuries
Lacrosse
Football
CrossFit
Surfing
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Kerry Giroux is a Physical Therapist who specializes in orthopedics, neurological and post-surgical rehabilitation, shoulder and knee rehabilitation, and sports medicine. With over 15 years of clinical experience, Kerry is a clinical instructor and member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her sons, Garrett and Luke. She also enjoys boating, watching the Patriots, Red Sox, and college basketball. She likes to keep active by tubing, water skiing, and paddleboarding around Johnson's Pond with her friends and family.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Neurological Rehabilitation
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Shoulder
Knee
Sports Medicine
Kerry Giroux is a Physical Therapist who specializes in orthopedics, neurological and post-surgical rehabilitation, shoulder and knee rehabilitation, and sports medicine. With over 15 years of clinical experience, Kerry is a clinical instructor and member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her sons, Garrett and Luke. She also enjoys boating, watching the Patriots, Red Sox, and college basketball. She likes to keep active by tubing, water skiing, and paddleboarding around Johnson's Pond with her friends and family.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Neurological Rehabilitation
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Shoulder
Knee
Sports Medicine
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Dr. Jennifer Furlong is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in general and post-surgical orthopedic rehabilitation as well as balance & falls. She is passionate about helping her patients get back to what they love to do, whether that be playing sports, going back to work, or spending time with family and friends without pain.
When she’s not in the clinic, she loves spending time with her husband, Ryan, and her two daughters, Mackenzie and Madison. Her favorite sports to watch are football and hockey and she loves to go camping.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Balance & Falls
Dr. Jennifer Furlong is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in general and post-surgical orthopedic rehabilitation as well as balance & falls. She is passionate about helping her patients get back to what they love to do, whether that be playing sports, going back to work, or spending time with family and friends without pain.
When she’s not in the clinic, she loves spending time with her husband, Ryan, and her two daughters, Mackenzie and Madison. Her favorite sports to watch are football and hockey and she loves to go camping.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Balance & Falls
"I enjoy helping people return to their prior level of function."
When Bob is not in the clinic he enjoys golfing, fishing, and watching football on Sundays.
"I enjoy helping people return to their prior level of function."
When Bob is not in the clinic he enjoys golfing, fishing, and watching football on Sundays.
Dr. Katie Morton received a B.A. in Biology and Psychology from Augustana College and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Washington University in St. Louis, she brings a unique blend of knowledge to her practice.
A proud member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Dr. Morton stays at the forefront of her field, ensuring that her patients receive the best care possible.
Certified in blood flow restriction therapy and Hawkgrips, Dr. Morton goes beyond the basics. Her expertise lies in orthopedics, spine care, and balance and falls management, making her a trusted ally in the journey to optimal health.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Morton enjoys exploring new recipes, finding balance in yoga classes, and immersing herself in a good book. Her commitment to lifelong learning is a testament to her dedication to personal and professional growth.
Dr. Morton sums up her passion for her work with these words: "I love being a PT because I can help people feel empowered about their own health and rehab journey, and get them back to doing what they love!" With Dr. Morton, you're not just getting a physical therapist; you're gaining a partner in your path to well-being.
Dr. Katie Morton received a B.A. in Biology and Psychology from Augustana College and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Washington University in St. Louis, she brings a unique blend of knowledge to her practice.
A proud member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Dr. Morton stays at the forefront of her field, ensuring that her patients receive the best care possible.
Certified in blood flow restriction therapy and Hawkgrips, Dr. Morton goes beyond the basics. Her expertise lies in orthopedics, spine care, and balance and falls management, making her a trusted ally in the journey to optimal health.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Morton enjoys exploring new recipes, finding balance in yoga classes, and immersing herself in a good book. Her commitment to lifelong learning is a testament to her dedication to personal and professional growth.
Dr. Morton sums up her passion for her work with these words: "I love being a PT because I can help people feel empowered about their own health and rehab journey, and get them back to doing what they love!" With Dr. Morton, you're not just getting a physical therapist; you're gaining a partner in your path to well-being.
This clinic offers physical therapy treatment for many conditions and movement issues.
Our Values
What is The Highbar Experience?
When you visit a Highbar clinic, you’re taking the next step in reaching your health, wellness, and fitness goals. Our proactive and personalized approach to physical therapy is designed so you can get the same high quality care, no matter what Highbar practice you visit. We continue to raise the standard for physical therapy care by creating innovative, customized treatment plans using state-of-the-art technology and equipment so all of our patients can feel confident in their recovery. Highbar believes that life is to be lived at the fullest, so it’s our goal to ensure that every patient can move freely without pain or limitation.
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