Evansville, IN – East

Anne graduated from Purdue University in 1990 with a Bachelor’s degree in Movement and Sports Science. She then earned her Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from Boston University in 1994. Anne also completed her Doctoral of Physical Therapy from the University of Indianapolis in 2009.

Anne has held her certification in Manual Lymphatic Drainage Complete Decongestive Physiotherapy since 2002 and has been a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association since 200. Anne has also been an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) since 1993, belonging to the Sports Medicines orthopedic sections, as well as the oncology sections.

Anne is an avid runner completing numerous marathons and half marathons throughout the U.S. She grew up in Evansville and enjoys spending time volunteering for a number of local organizations including the YMCA, YMCA Team 13, as well as her neighborhood association. When Anne is not in the clinic, she enjoys running as well as spending time with her family and beloved pups.

Craig attended Indiana University, Bloomington where he majored in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, K-12 Physical Education with a minor in exercise science. He has interned with the MLB team, the Pittsburgh Pirates. Craig has certifications in: Kinesiology taping, Spider Tech Taping, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), Functional Movement Screening, Selective Functional Movement Screening, Functional Capacity Screening, Blood flow restriction, and is Certified in Concussion management. He is currently working towards completing his program and testing to be a certified Pedorthic.

Craig has a solid knowledge of treating sports related orthopedic injuries from his experience practicing as an Athletic Trainer through his years at North High School. In addition to sports orthopedic injuries, he also has a wealth of experience for caring for mild traumatic brain injuries (also known as concussions). As an Athletic Trainer, Craig is also trained to manage acute traumatic injuries which can occur on the sports fields. He has worked closely with the rehabilitation team of ProRehab therapists in the Tri-State Orthopedic Surgeons group, along with the east side ProRehab location. He now splits his time between the high school as their Athletic Trainer and the orthotics lab at ProRehab Evansville East. The Pedorthic certification that he is completing will further assist him in providing even better care out of the ProRehab Orthotic Laboratory.

When Craig is not at work you can find him spending time with his family. Craig has been blessed with an amazing wife, Meleah, and his son, Gideon. He also has two great dogs, Keely and Nita, that complete his family.

Craig enjoys going on mission trips with his church and serving as a church camp counselor in the summers. He is also a leukemia cancer survivor who has a passion for living a healthy lifestyle, which he continually teaches to his student athletes. He enjoys strength training and being outdoors, where he camps and hikes, kayaks among many other outdoor activities. You can also find him working on many building projects on the weekends. He enjoys being able to craft things by hand. Above all, Craig truly enjoys providing care to his athletes and patients.

Brian received his BS in Exercise Science in 2010 and his Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the the University of Evansville. Starting with ProRehab in 2012 as a resident in ProRehab’s Sports Residency Program, he became certified in Level 2 Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), the Functional Movement Screen (FMS), the Y-Balance Test, and Level 1 Functional Dry Needling.

After completion of the residency program, Brian received his Board Certification as a Sports Certified Specialist in 2014. He continues to work closely with the residency as a mentor and curriculum committee member. He hopes to unite his passion for endurance sports and his sports specialty in PT by pioneering a “pre-rehab” program for endurance athletes in the Evansville community who are looking to refine their movement patterns, optimize performance and reduce their injury risk.

Annelise attended the University of Southern Indiana for both her Bachelors and Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy. She currently has specialties in orthopedics and geriatrics.

In her free time, Annelise enjoys going to the gym, reading, cooking and spending time with family and friends.

Dane received his Bachelors in Exercise Science from the University of Southern Indiana and his Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Associates degree from Vincennes University. Recently, he was accepted into the Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Hanover College. He will graduate with his DPT in June 2023. Dane has a passion for helping others and he is extremely excited to continue his education. Dane started at ProRehab in 2016 as a PT Tech and has been a loyal employee ever since.

While Dane is not at work, you will find him in the gym training young athletes in the weight room and on the wrestling mat. He also loves to spending time with his family and friends. Dane looks forward to his future at ProRehab!

Dr. Pat Wempe graduated from Regis University in 2008 with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT). Prior to Regis, he attended University of Evansville School of Physical Therapy where he graduated in 1988 and become Board Certified in Sports Physical Therapy in 2003.

Specializing in Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Pat has a sub specialty in foot/ankle injuries and custom foot orthotics.

He has been on the Medical Staff at the University of Evansville since 1990. Pat has been married to his wife Janet for 26 years, and they have three daughters: twins, Grace and Hannah (age 24) and Madelyn (age 18).

Bryanna graduated with a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Southern Indiana. Prior to that, she attended the University of Evansville and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology with a minor in Spanish. Later on, she obtained her certification in hand therapy (CHT).

As a CHT, Bryanna specializes in both the conservative and operative management of conditions involving the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand. The pediatric population is one she especially likes working with, and custom splinting is a passion.

She started her career in Indianapolis after graduation, working as a certified car seat technician specializing in special needs transportation. She also worked with a hand surgeon to provide conservative and post-op care for his patients. When she had children, she and her husband, Adam moved back to Evansville to be closer to family, which eventually led to a position at ProRehab.

She is originally from Southern Illinois, loves the Chicago Cubs, playing softball, and spending time with her two children, husband, and extended family. Bryanna loves traveling, cooking, trying new food, and being in nature.

Jessica graduated from the University of Evansville with a Bachelor of Science in Movement Science and Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree (DPT). Go Aces!

One of her professional goals is to become a Women’s Health Certified Specialist. Jessica is currently a certified Pelvic Health Physical Therapist through the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). She loves learning new treatments for both her male and female patients!

Jessica became a therapist to help people. She says, “when you can relieve someone’s pain or decrease the impairments they have been living with, it is life changing.”

Jessica and her husband, James, live in Carmi, Illinois, with their three children, Lincoln, Kennedy, and Carter (yes, they meant to name them after presidents). They also have a cat, Lucy. Her interests include going to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, watching Chicago sports (Go Cubbies!), and traveling.