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Physical Therapy at Owings Mills
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Maryland Center for Physical Therapy is now GBMC Physical Therapy at Owings Mills
Welcome! Our goal is to help each patient return to their highest level of function as quickly and as safely as possible. We provide individualized, evidence-based care that focuses on pain management, manual therapy, and progressive therapeutic exercise. Whether recovering from an injury or managing a chronic condition, our team is committed to improving your mobility, restoring function, and enhancing your overall quality of life.
Our Team
All professionals at GBMC Physical Therapy at Owings Mills maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in physical therapy.
Jennifer Schlesinger, P.T.
Jennifer Schlesinger, PT, is a physical therapist for GBMC Physical Therapy at Owings Mills. She received a bachelor’s degree in physiotherapy from the University of Queensland, Australia, and has been practicing physical therapy for more than 30 years. She previously served as president of the Maryland Center for Physical Therapy. Her clinical interests include back and neck pain, orthopedic manual therapy, all-gender pelvic conditions and pain, women's health, and prenatal and postpartum conditions. Her recreational interests include cycling and hiking.
Ian Fischer, M.P.T.
Ian Fischer, MPT, is a physical therapist with GBMC Physical Therapy at Owings Mills. He earned his master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Maryland. His clinical interests include sports medicine, postoperative orthopedic rehabilitation, vestibular rehabilitation (including benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, or BPPV), and balance training. Before joining GBMC, he spent 26 years with the Maryland Center for Physical Therapy. His recreational interests include sailing, fishing, and playing tennis.
Joan Fairbank, M.P.T.
Joan Fairbank, MPT, is a physical therapist for GBMC Physical Therapy at Owings Mills. She earned her master’s degree in physical therapy from Ithaca College in 2004 and went on to receive certification in Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment (McKenzie Method). She began her career in New York, focusing on early pediatric interventions, before moving to Maryland and concentrating on outpatient orthopedics. Her clinical interests include orthopedic and spine conditions, pediatric, and geriatric physical therapy. As a competitive swimming coach, she offers deep knowledge of swim technique and stroke mechanics to decrease pain in swimming-related shoulder injuries.
Rebecca Ridgway, P.T.A.
Rebecca Ridgway, PTA, is a physical therapist assistant with GBMC Physical Therapy at Owings Mills. She earned her credentials at Carroll Community College in Westminster, Maryland, after spending 13 years as a physical education and adapted physical education teacher. Prior to joining GBMC, she worked at the Maryland Center for Physical Therapy. She specializes in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation, with a particular focus on knees. Her recreational interests include playing soccer and participating in various activities with her children.
Our Services
GBMC Physical Therapy at Owings Mills is pleased to offer patients the following services:
- Orthopedic physical therapy for a variety of orthopedic conditions including but not limited to cervical and lumbar problems, headaches, musculoskeletal injuries, trauma, temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ), and postural dysfunction.
- Neurological rehabilitation for stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s Disease nerve injuries, and Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD).
- Post-surgical rehabilitation following spinal surgery, joint replacement, ligamentous reconstruction, arthroscopy, mastectomy, and hand surgery.
- Pelvic floor and women’s health therapy to treat patients with urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, delayed emptying, and pregnancy-related issues.
- Dry needling, a technique in which small needles are inserted into trigger points and myofascial tissues to help reduce pain and improve movement.
All services offer an initial evaluation with a licensed physical therapist followed by comprehensive treatment. Services may include manual therapy, modalities like heat/cold therapy, electrical stimulation, or traction, and an exercise program based on individual needs.
Our Office
We are conveniently located in the GBMC Medical Office Building (formerly the Physicians Pavilion) West of the Owings Mills Metro Center and off I- 795, at the intersection of Red Run Boulevard and Painters Mill Road.
Appointments
To schedule an appointment, please call us at (410) 363-7123.
If, for any reason you cannot keep a scheduled appointment, or will be delayed, please call us as soon as possible. Cancellation and No Show fees may be incurred at times.
Please allow 1-1 ½ hours for each visit.
Driving Directions
- From I-695 take exit 19 (I-795).
- Travel approximately 5 miles
- Take the first exit (exit #4 Owings Mills Blvd.)
- Merge onto Owings Mills Blvd. and move to left lanes.
- At the first traffic light, turn left unto Red Run Blvd.
- Continue on Red Run Blvd, go past the 2nd traffic light to Owings Mills Corporate Campus
- Then make a right turn to 10085 Red Run Blvd(Physicians Pavilion)
- We are in the brick building, 2nd floor, suite 207.
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