Client Staff:

Roopa Desai, MSc. PT

Roopa Desai received her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from University of Bombay in 1988, and received her Master of Medical Science degree, with emphasis on Orthopedic Physical Therapy from Emory University in 1994. Roopa has practiced physical therapy in the Atlanta and surrounding area since 1990. She places strong emphasis on manual therapy techniques in her treatment planning. Her areas of expertise are geriatrics, arthritis and fibromyalgia care. Roopa loves to spend her spare time with her husband and two children.

Ann Perolio, LPTA

Ann graduated from Tusculum College in Greeneville TN in 1992 with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration. She also attended Walters State CC in Morristown, TN and completed the PTA Program in 1994. She has worked in numerous styles of therapy settings. Her experiences range from Inpatient Rehab to Aquatic Therapy to Site Coordinator. She has worked in the States of Virginia, Tennessee, Florida, North Carolina and Georgia. In her spare time she volunteers as a softball coach, a Girl Scout leader and a room parent for the elementary school. She is married and is the mother of 2 children.

Karen Kelly, Patient Care Coordinator Office Manager

Karen Kelley brings her experience as a Paralegal, from New Orleans, LA, specializing in Workers' Compensation and personal injury. She is responsible for all communications between patients, doctors and networks assuring that all referring physicians are advised of our patients' progress every step of the way.

Beckie Smith - Finance Manager

Beckie Smith comes to us with a strong background in finance management with the medical industry. She works directly with the patients and insurance companies to assure all of your billing needs are attended to and met.

Our team is available to assist our patients with all of their medical needs so that they may focus solely on their personal well-being.