Meet the Pawleys Island Team
Physical Therapists
Courtney Yehl Focht
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Courtney is originally from the Buffalo, NY area. She completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical Health Studies as well as her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Ithaca College in upstate NY. She relocated to the Grand Strand in 2020 to kick start her career as a physical therapist.
Courtney enjoys learning about each of her patients which helps her tailor a treatment plan to help them reach their goals. Her passion is working with balance patients to help them improve their safety and independence with mobility. She loves teaching her patients how to manage their impairments independently so they can return to the things they love!
Melissa J Patton
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Melissa (Nightingale) Patton grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and is an avid Steeler’s fan. She attended Slippery Rock State College with a major in biology. She finished her Bachelor of Science degree in physical therapy with honors from Stony Brook University on Long Island in 1980. In 2010, she returned to school to achieve her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. She gained invaluable knowledge and experience working at Bellevue Hospital, New York Hospital/Cornell Medical Center, and in private practice in New York City, Northern Virginia and finally Myrtle Beach, SC. She has continued in private practice since 1985.
In September of 2005, Melissa opened Low Country Physical Therapy. The overwhelming success of the Low Country Physical Therapy prompted Melissa to open a second location in Pawley’s Island in 2012. As one of the most “senior” therapists on the staff, Melissa continues to love what she does…37 years and counting. As each year passes, she and her staff have enjoyed tremendous success and have been blessed with a wonderful team of therapists, technicians, and front office staff to take care of all of their clients’ needs. From the very beginning, Low Country Physical Therapy’s motto has always been “we treat you like family”.
There is not a day that goes by that someone doesn’t pull Melissa aside to tell her what a wonderful business she and her team have. Whether it’s the talented therapists, team work, positive attitude, sincere caring, innovative equipment, hands on treatment or the unique combination of them all; the Low Country Physical Therapy staff is proud to be part of something special and looks forward to working with their clients and their families.
Jessica O’Shea
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Jessica O’Shea PT, DPT C-MLD, originally from New York, is a resident in Surfside Beach. Jess has an extensive background in orthopedics and post-surgical care. She is passionate about caring for our geriatric population and improving functional mobility and reducing fall risk. Jess’s manual approaches include a thorough background in myofascial release and cupping, addressing the importance of manually treating tissue restriction for pain relief and improved mobility. Jess has also recently been certified in manual lymphatic drainage, a true adjunct to post-surgical recovery as well as numerous other medical issues. She is an avid exerciser and enjoys running and hiking as well as spinning.
