Timothy M. Schell was born and raised in Sharpsville, PA. During his youth, Tim was involved in sports and enjoyed the competitiveness and camaraderie that accompanies athletics. After graduating from Sharpsville Area High School, Tim furthered his education at Slippery Rock University majoring in Biology. It didn't take Tim long to decide that Physical Therapy was his calling and after graduation from "The Rock" in 1974, Tim received his certification in Physical Therapy from Mayo Clinic in Minnesota, 1976.

Tim's first job was at Pattie A. Clay Infirmary, Richmond, KY from 1976 through 1977. His next position was with Grove City United Community Hospital in 1977 where he was the Director of Physical Therapy for six years. It was while he was holding that position that he noticed a need in the Grove City area for an outpatient physical therapy clinic. In 1983 Tim founded TMS Physical Therapy to be on the cutting edge in treatment for patients of all ages who were hurting and in need of rehabilitation. Around the same time, Tim founded the sports medicine program for Grove City Area School District and provided care for 20 years to the high school athletes and continues rehabilitating many of the area's athletes. Today, TMS Physical Therapy is the frontrunner of this profession in the Grove City area, employing 20 full time personnel. The size of this facility has grown from 1200 square feet to 7200 square feet including the area's only therapeutic pool. Wow, not bad for starting out with just an idea!! TMS has been able to grow because of Tim's compassion, gentleness and kindness that also shine in the people he employs. Some may think Tim is a perfectionist, however, isn't that the kind of Therapist you want working with you?

Tim has never been satisfied with sitting still and now owns two physical therapy clinics and is in partnership with five other clinics in the northwest PA area. When not practicing physical therapy full time, Tim can be found at workshops and conferences fine tuning his skills. In December 2004, Tim received his Direct Access License that allows him to evaluate and treat a patient in physical therapy without a referral from the patient's primary physician for up to 30 days. There is never a time when Tim is not learning. According to Tim, "when you feel you have nothing more to learn, then it is time to retire". Tim is a member of American Physical Therapy Association, Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association, Northwest Physical Therapy District and the Physical Therapy Provider Network. He is also an Adjunct Faculty of Gannon University in Erie PA. Tim has managed to balance his career with his loving wife, Laurie of 30+ years and raising two grown sons whom both have their own successful careers. If he has any spare time, you may see Tim on the local links, as he is an enthusiastic golfer.

We are glad that you decided to come to TMS Physical Therapy and we know that you will not find better care or a better staff at any other clinic. Sit back and relax, you are going to "Experience the Healing Touch".

Bill Lurty came to TMS Physical Therapy in 1985 from the Erie Physical Therapy Association. Bill has become a fixture at TMS and his fellow employees look to him for advice and his sense of humor keeps everyone on their toes.

After high school graduation in Pittsburgh, Bill attended Slippery Rock State Teacher's College in Slippery Rock, PA where he received his Bachelor of Science in Health Education. Before furthering his education, Bill spent two years in the military in the Special Services of the United States Army. Upon completion of his military duties, Bill then received his Certificate in Physical Therapy from D.T. Watson School of Physical Therapy, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA. He later attended Northeastern University in Boston, MA where he received a Master of Education in Rehabilitation Administration.

Bill's professional experience includes being the Chief Physical Therapist at the Goodwill Industries in Pittsburgh and Staff Physical Therapist in Columbia Hospital also in Pittsburgh. He then moved to the Erie, PA area where he worked for the Visiting Nurses Association in an outpatient setting. Bill further developed a new physical therapy department at St. Vincent Hospital Rehabilitation Center in Erie, taking the department from the drawing board to completion. Upon completion of this project Bill became Executive Director of Children's Comprehensive Outpatient Center followed by owning his own clinic until moving to Grove City, PA.

Here at TMS, Bill is the Director of the Aquatic Program. Our aquatic patients enjoy Bill's easy yet persuasive manner. In Bill's younger years he could be seen on the diving boards of the local swimming holes and he can still do a mean back flip.

Bill has three sons, one daughter and five grandchildren who are the love of his life. We are so lucky to have Bill as part of Team TMS.

Tim Earman, DPT graduated from Indiana Area High School, Indiana PA class of 1983. In December of 1989 Tim went to Proyecto Linquistico Fransisco Maroquin, Antigua, Guatemula Spanish Language School: Certified Bilingual; May of 1990 he received a Diploma of Missiology from Maryland Bible College and Seminary in Baltimore MD; May 1996 received his B.S. in Pre Medicine from Indiana University of PA. Tim graduated from Slippery Rock University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in July 2001. Whew! and he is only 40 years old.

Tim's professional experience includes working with the Greater Grace World Outreach, Baltimore MD, preparing for his missionary work in Central and South America. Upon returning to the United States Tim enrolled at Indiana University of PA studying Biology pre med. While in college Tim worked with the Commonwealth Systems Corporation, a subsidiary of First Commonwealth Financial Corporation, as a computer technician trouble shooting systems and doing upgrades for newly acquired banks. After graduation from I.U.P. Tim took a few years off from furthering his education and went to Caracas, Venezuela where he worked for Western Atlas International. While in Venezuela he was responsible for training all personnel in Health Safety and Environmental Protection protocols. Tim returned to the United States to attend Slippery Rock University Physical Therapy Program.

"Tim E", as the staff at TMS affectionately calls him, wanted to become a physical therapist because of the ties to sports/athletics while allowing him to have a dynamic job. Every day and every patient brings new, unique challenges and gives the opportunity to interact with a multitude of personalities.

Upon receiving his Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Tim was hired by Affiliated Rehabilitation Center as manager of three clinics including the successful opening of Slippery Rock Physical Therapy. In 2004, Tim Schell was fortunate to be able to bring him back to Grove City as a staff therapist.

When not at work, spending time with his wife Kim and son Michael, Tim can be found on the local golf courses from April through September. The Earman's live in Grove City and are happy to call Grove City and TMS Physical Therapy home.

Tim looks forward to meeting and working with you; with all his experiences he has many stories to tell...

Ben is a graduate of Greenville High School, Greenville PA and received both his Bachelors of Science in Health Science and his Master of Physical Therapy at Duquesne University. While attending Greenville High School, Ben was active in sports lettering in both football and track and was also a member of the National Honor Society. While Ben was in college he was a member of the US Army Reserve as an Army Medical Specialist.

While in college, Ben did an internship here at TMS and upon graduation accepted a position at Camden Clark Memorial Hospital, Parkersburg West Virginia as a staff therapist in the Outpatient and Acute Care Departments; then Ben went to St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston Idaho where he was also a staff therapist in Acute Care; from Idaho he traveled back to West Virginia to accept a position at Healthsouth Rehab Center of Vienna as a staff therapist in an Outpatient facility; he then accepted a position at St. Mary's Physical Therapy Clinic in St. Mary's West Virginia where Ben was a staff therapist. The position Ben had before moving back to Pennsylvania was at Rehab 1st as the Clinic Director.

As you can see by the above "resume" Ben has treated a variety of patients in an outpatient setting and acute care setting. With his sports background Ben knows what it is like to be injured and how important it is to get back in the "game". His specialty is Orthopedics, however, he is comfortable treating a variety of patients and all his patients do extremely well with treatment.

It was after breaking his leg while playing football that Ben decided to become a Physical Therapist. He was impressed by the knowledge, compassion and drive a Therapist must have to make sure the patient is back to their normal strength and abilities.

His activities now include hunting and fishing and Ben is a member of several hunting and fishing organizations. Ben and Bella, his Springer Spaniel and the second love of his life, can be seen in the woods and fields flushing and hunting pheasants.

Ben and his family currently live in Venango County and are glad to be back in Pennsylvania. We are all happy that Ben is back with us. His smile, encouragement and sense of humor are definitely contagious.

Brodie Whitley joined TMS July 2008. She is a native of Grove City and graduated from Grove City High School in 2001. She graduated from East Tennessee State University cum laude in 2005 with a bachelors of science in Exercise Physiology. She continued on with her education and recently received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Slippery Rock University in May of 2008. She was at the top of her class graduating suma cum laude. While attending high school, Brodie was active in women's tennis, danceline, cheerleading, show choir, and track. She continued her cheering career as part of the East Tennessee State University Buccaneers cheer/dance squad.

While earning her doctorate degree Brodie completed several internships focusing her work in women's health and lymphedema. She worked at Magee Women's Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA and for CRS Cranberry Township women's rehab. While working there she gained experience with urinary and fecal incontinence, pregnancy, pelvic pain issues, and lymphedema. She also treated acute patients on the orthopedic and transitional care units in the hospital. Brodie's other internships were completed at Sherwood Oaks retirement center in Cranberry Township, and at Health South Physical Therapy on Redlands Community College in El Reno Oklahoma. There she was involved in the sports medicine and college athletics program.

Brodie's passion is women's health and treating those suffering from the diagnosis of lymphedema. She has attended an intense training course to become a Certified Lymphedema Therapist which she completed in July of 2008. She hopes to assist those in search of quality care to treat and manage the diagnosis of lymphedema in the northwestern PA area. Brodie has been a member of the APTA since 2005 and is a member of the women's health special interest group as well.

In her spare time she enjoys hanging out with her husband Nate and her family. They enjoy being outside, playing tennis, attending sporting events, and going camping. She hopes to become active in the Slippery Rock Crisis Pregnancy Support Center and give a helping hand. She is looking forward to meeting you and serving you in any way she can!

Jerry Gawne graduated from Penn State University in 2005. He started working for Tim Schell in May 2006. Jerry works as a Physical Therapist Assistant at both TMS Physical Therapy and Coolsprings Physical Therapy locations and has been a great addition to our team. He treats patients in our clinic setting as well as in our therapeutic aquatic setting. Prior to deciding to become a Physical Therapist Assistant Jerry worked at Warner Ladder for ten years. Jerry lives in Mercer with his wonderful wife Deb and two children Alec and Eric. In Jerry's free time he enjoys coaching wrestling and football.

Megan began working with TMS Physical Therapy P.C. in November 2006 and has been a great addition to our staff. She treats patients in our clinical setting as well as in our therapeutic aquatic program.

Before being accepted to the Physical Therapist Assistant program she completed over 150 hours of volunteer experience in various Physical Therapy settings. Her previous work experience includes working at hospitals in both inpatient and outpatient settings in Butler and Pittsburgh. Megan graduated Phi Theta Kappa from Butler County Community College with an Associate Degree in Applied Science for Physical Therapy. Megan completed her Massage Therapy Certification and she is self-employed as a Certified Massage Therapist. After graduation Megan extended her knowledge and completed continuing education courses in 'Urinary and Bowel Incontinence' and 'Ways to manage your Arthritis'. Megan is the contact person for any students interested to volunteer or complete an internship within our clinic.

Megan is a highly educated Physical Therapist Assistant and Certified Massage Therapist. She assists patients to overcome their physical disability and to live a more enjoyable functional lifestyle. She obtains great pleasure and is extremely compassionate, persistent, and detail orientated with assisting patients to help them accomplish their goals.

In her spare time Megan enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Her hobbies are any activities dealing with the outdoors such as golfing, basketball, fishing, boating, and exercising. She also enjoys baking, scrap-booking, card making, painting, and hand-made crafts.

Molly joined TMS Physical Therapy P.C. in October 2008 as a Physical Therapist Assistant after completing a clinical internship here from July 7 to August 29, 2008. She treats patients in our clinical setting as well as in our therapeutic aquatic program.

She graduated with highest distinction from Penn State Shenango in December 2008 with an Associate Degree in Applied Science for Physical Therapy. During each semester at Penn State she completed twenty volunteer hours at an outpatient clinic, hospital, and nursing home in order to gain experience in various Physical Therapy settings. During her second year of college, Molly was employed as a Physical Therapist Tech for Grove City Medical Center.

She also has previous work experience as a lifeguard in the summers for the Grove City Country Club. Molly is a 'people person' and enjoys interacting with patients, especially in the outpatient setting where she is able to work with a number of different diagnoses.

In her spare time, Molly is involved in volunteer Bible education work in the community and also enjoys traveling and spending time with friends. In the summer she loves to go boating and water skiing with her family in Sandy Lake.

Melissa joined TMS Physical Therapy in August 2009. She received her education at The University of Pittsburgh-Titusville and graduated with an Associate of Science degree in the Physical Therapist Assistant program in 2003. She received her certification in Massage Therapy from Butler County Community College in 2004.

Following graduation in 2003 she began her career at an outpatient physical therapy clinic in Butler, Pennsylvania. She was employed there for four years prior to moving to Virginia. While in Virginia she worked in an outpatient physical therapy clinic for a little more than two years. Upon moving back to Pennsylvania she became employed at TMS Physical Therapy.

She currently resides in Emlenton with her husband. She enjoys reading and spending time with her family.

Marilyn Kimes is a Physical Therapist Tech that strives to keep supplies ordered and maintenance of all equipment up to date. She has worked in Grove City with Tim Schell since 1995. Her and her husband live in the Grove City area.

Libby Andrusis has been part of the TMS team as a Physical Therapist Tech since September 2000. She is a very caring person who enjoys helping people regain their independence. She doesn't hesitate when there is a need for a helping hand.

Ginny Deitrick, Physical Therapist Tech, joined the TMS Team in November 2005. Ginny enjoys working with patients and observing their progress. She likes to live by the saying "Whatever you do, follow your heart."

Julie Mayberry is now our TMS Office Manager. She has been employed at TMS since March 1995. Julie resides in Volant with her wonderful husband Jim and daughter Samantha. In their leisure time she and her family spend a lot of time outdoors.

Amy Bishop has been working for TMS since August 2000. She is our Billing Specialist at the office. She lives in Grove City with her husband Andy and their two amazing daughters Alayna and Alexis. Their daughters keep them laughing and on their toes.

Carole McKnight, TMS Receptionist since December 1999, is a Grove City native. Carole enjoys spending time with her husband Bill, of thirty-six years, their two children and spouses and their lovely three grandchildren.

Barb Hicks is our Billing Specialist at TMS. She has been a part of TMS since July 2007. Barb lives in Sandy Lake area with her husband and three children.

Connie Leonard joined TMS in August 2007. She is our Transcription and Billing Specialist. She has three children, two dogs, and a cat. Outside of work her hobbies are baking, gardening, camping, and completing home improvements.

Danyel lives in Leesburg with her husband Paul. They have a daughter Sarah, Baxter their dog, and a cat Mickey. Outside of work Danyel enjoys spending time with her family and friends.