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Des Moines Downtown

450 Laurel Street
Des Moines, IA 50314

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(515) 323-6486

Hours

Day of the Week Hours
Monday:6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:Closed
Sunday:Closed

Featured Services

Physical Therapy
Orthopedic Rehabilitation
Athletic Training Services
Sports Medicine
Functional Capacity Evaluations
Return-to-Work Program
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About

At Select Physical Therapy, our experienced clinical team will design an individualized plan of care that aligns with your specific goals in mind. Through experience, advanced clinical training and clear communication with our patients, our therapy team will give you the advantage in recovery.

Our center is proud to be a Select Sports Center of Excellence, which is an endorsement of our expertise in providing the highest quality of care in sports physical therapy. We have a proven commitment to excellence in injury prevention, rehabilitation/return to sports and performance enhancement.

Whether you’re a competitive or recreational athlete, our focus is on you and your goals. Our dedicated sports medicine physical and occupational therapists know an athlete’s mindset and the demands of your sport. Trust us to treat the athlete you are today so you may become the athlete you want to be, tomorrow.

We are proud to be part of the community and are committed to providing each patient with an exceptional experience that promotes healing and recovery in a safe, compassionate environment. Request an appointment and experience the power of physical therapy today.

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Our Team

Brenna Williams, P.T., DPT

Brenna has been a member of Select Physical Therapy since 2019, with 3 years of clinical experience. She is one of our physical therapists in our sports medicine program. She is the team physical therapist for Roosevelt High School. Brenna specializes in treating patients who benefit from post op rehab, orthopedic rehabilitation and sports medicine services. She is passionate about treating knees and shoulders, but enjoys treating all orthopedic injuries. Brenna completed her undergraduate education at Iowa State University and received a doctorate of physical therapy from University of Iowa.

Emily Ciha, P.T., DPT, ATC

Emily has been a member of Select Physical Therapy since 2021 with 6 years of clinical experience. She started her career working as a collegiate athletic trainer and has since worked in outpatient orthopedic settings as a physical therapist. She specializes in treating industrial athletes and clients with TMJ pain along with general orthopedic injuries. Emily completed her undergraduate training at Central College and received her doctorate of physical therapy from the University of Iowa. She enjoys spending time with her friends and family, reading and traveling.

Julie Earp, P.T.

Julie has been a member of the Downtown Select team since 2020. She has over 23 years of clinical experience. She has extensive experience with treating patients in a variety of outpatient orthopedic settings. She specializes in the Total Joint Prescreen program and works closely with many of the orthopedic surgeons in the Des Moines Metro Area.

Abby Gillard, P.T., DPT, OCS, CSMT, CSCS

Abby has been a member of the Select Physical Therapy team since 2013, with 13 years of clinical experience. She earned a bachelor's degree in 2001 from Dartmouth College and a doctorate of physical therapy from Columbia University in 2009. She is a board-certified clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy and her special interests include sports medicine, hands-on therapy and injury prevention. She is also certified in trigger point dry needling. She currently serves as the team physical therapist for the Drake Bulldogs in addition to running special programs throughout the state of Iowa. She enjoys solving complex clinical problems and assisting patients who have struggled to find relief elsewhere. A former collegiate soccer coach and player, she enjoys working with active people and helping them return to their desired activity level. She and her family live in West Des Moines.

Tamera (Tami) Gawtry, P.T., DPT

Tami has been a member of Select Physical Therapy since 2015 with nearly 15 years of total clinical experience. She graduated with her bachelor's degree in psychology and her doctorate in physical therapy both from Clarke University. She has experience working with both post-operative and non-operative patients but found her niche analyzing and improving the biomechanics of running. This led her to specialize in treating the complex foot and ankle cases. As a former softball player, she enjoys treating the overhead athletes as well. In her spare time, she loves exercising, home improvement projects and being active with her family and friends.

Megan Kushner, P.T., DPT, LAT, ATC

Megan has been a member of Select Physical Therapy since 2021. She works closely with East High School and serves as their team physical therapist. She received a doctorate of physical therapy from Washington University in St. Louis and a bachelor's degree in athletic training from Millikin University. She is a movement system expert that enjoys treating patients with complex musculoskeletal injuries including, concussions, TMJ dysfunction, chronic pain and the foot and ankle.

Michelle Hall, PTA

Michelle has been a member of Select Physical Therapy for 9 years and received a bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of South Dakota and physical therapy assistant degree from Mercy College of Health Sciences. She played collegiate soccer at USD and specifically enjoys working with soccer players returning to the game. She specializes in orthopedics, sports medicine, TMJ and total joint replacements. Michelle enjoys working with patients of all injuries, helping them to return to an active and healthy lifestyle.

Danni Nahra, PTA

Danni earned an associate degree for physical therapy assistant in 2023 from Western Iowa Tech Community College. She had previously earned her yoga teacher certification in 2018 and had been teaching yoga since. It was her experience as a yoga instructor that led her to physical therapy. She had a desire to learn more about helping people move better and feel better. Danni enjoys working with all patients, especially athletes as she has also been involved with many sports including swimming, soccer and dance.

Laura Williamson, MSE, PTA, LAT, ATC

Laura has been with the Downtown clinic since 2010, with over 30 years of experience in outpatient physical therapy and athletic training. Her extensive athletic training/physical therapy assistant career path has included DSM North High School, Drake University, Princeton University, Newton High School and now returning back to DSM North as the Select Team Therapist. Laura's primary interests include sports medicine, joint replacement and post-surgical rehab. Laura and her husband, Gary, live in Beaverdale.

Andi Luth, P.T., DPT

Andi grew up in Newman, IL and currently lives in Ankeny. She earned a bachelor's degree in 2020 from Iowa State University and her doctorate of physical therapy in 2023 from Des Moines University. Andi's special interests include pediatrics, manual therapy and balance and gait rehabilitation. In her free time, Andi enjoys spending time with her friends and husband, Collin, golfing and kayaking.

Josh Dueker, P.T., DPT, CSCS

Josh earned a bachelor's degree in exercise science in 2021 from Northwestern College (IA) and her doctorate of physical therapy in 2023 from the University of Iowa. He enjoys treating a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, post op rehab and working with athletes and active populations. Josh is a former basketball and baseball player, Spikeball enthusiast, improving volleyball player and below average golfer. He enjoys following Iowa State sports and participating in a variety of recreational activities.
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Services

  • ACL Program
  • Amputee Rehabilitation
  • Athletic Movement Index (AMI)
  • Athletic Training Services
  • Concussion Rehabilitation
  • Dry Needling
  • Ergonomic Programs
  • Functional Capacity Evaluations
  • Injury Prevention
  • Orthopedic Rehabilitation
  • Pain Management
  • Physical Therapy
  • Post-Offer Employment Testing
  • Pre-/Post-Operative Care
  • Return-to-Work Program
  • Select Sports Center of Excellence
  • Spine Program
  • Sports Medicine
  • TMJ/TMD Rehabilitation
  • Vestibular Rehabilitation
  • Wheelchair Seating and Mobility Clinic Services
  • Work Conditioning

Care Delivery

  • Telerehab
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News & Events

Select Kids Community Helper Event

May 11, 2023

Looking for fun the whole family can enjoy?

Spend the afternoon with some of your favorite therapists outside of your appointment at our Community Helper Event at Select Kids in Ankeny.

There’s something for everyone with meet and greets from the local fire and police department, an educational program put on by the Blank Park Zoo and a fun photo booth to help you remember the day.

Don’t miss out on the fun! Call 515.963.4528 with questions.