--- title: Parkinson's Disease Therapy | Kent Hospital in Rhode Island description: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurological disease affecting both the motor and sensory systems of the body. --- Kent Hospital Campus Construction Updates [ Click here for parking and building access info > ](https://www.kentri.org/directions?hsLang=en) - [**Pay My Bill](https://www.carenewengland.org/pay/kent-hospital?hsLang=en) - [**Careers](https://www.kentri.org/careers?hsLang=en) - [**Donate](https://foundation.kentri.org/?hsLang=en) - [**My Chart ](https://www.carenewengland.org/mychart?hsLang=en) - [**+1 (401) 737-7010](tel:+1%20(401)%20737-7010) [![CNE_SubBrand_Kent_Logo_RGB_FullColor](https://www.kentri.org/hs-fs/hubfs/-%20CNE/CNE%20-%202026%20Branding/CNE_SubBrand_Kent_Logo_RGB_FullColor.png?width=1509&height=560&name=CNE_SubBrand_Kent_Logo_RGB_FullColor.png "CNE_SubBrand_Kent_Logo_RGB_FullColor")](https://www.kentri.org/?hsLang=en) ** #### Site Search ** ** ![Parkinson’s Disease Therapy](https://www.kentri.org/hubfs/Parkinsons_Disease.jpeg) # Parkinson’s Disease Therapy #### Spaulding Outpatient Rehabilitation ## Parkinson's Disease Therapy Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurological disease affecting both the motor and sensory systems of the body. We know that PD can impact every aspect of your life and can also impact the lives of your loved ones. But, there are ways to take back your life. The evolving knowledge of PD demonstrates both medicinal and rehabilitation services can be beneficial for persons with PD to improve their daily function and independence to improve their quality of life. ###### Contact Information **Spaulding Outpatient Center of Kent Hospital | East Greenwich** A Kent Hospital Facility 1351 South County Trail, Building 2, Suite 200A, 200B East Greenwich, RI 02818 P: [(401) 886-4650](tel:(401)%20886-4650) F: (401) 886-7084 **Spaulding Outpatient Center of Kent Hospital | Pawtucket** Care New England Medical Group Primary Care and Specialty Services A Kent Hospital Facility 111 Brewster Street Pawtucket, RI 02860 P: [(401) 921-8600](tel:401-729-2316) F: (401) 729-2919 ## Our Programs ##### LSVT LOUD® Speech Therapy for Parkinson’s Disease and Similar Conditions ##### LSVT BIG® Physical Therapy for Parkinson’s Disease and Similar Conditions ## Reach Your Goals With Spaulding Rehabilitation Here at Spaulding Outpatient Rehabilitation at Kent Hospital, we offer physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy services to help you as an individual reach your goals.  We have skilled therapists who specialize in the LSVT BIG® & LOUD® programs. These research-based programs are specifically designed for increasing amplitude and intensity of voice and movement patterns to directly treat and combat the progression of Parkinson’s disease. Our clinicians are also highly involved with the Parkinson’s community by hosting a weekly Informational and support group for individuals with Parkinson’s disease, and by participating in the yearly Parkinson’s foundation walk as a team while raising funds for the American Parkinson Disease Association.  ![Parkinsons_SecondImage-1](https://www.kentri.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Parkinsons_SecondImage-1.jpeg?width=5131&name=Parkinsons_SecondImage-1.jpeg)   ## Meet The Team ##### East Greenwich ##### Derreck Bacon, PTA **Physical Therapist Assistant** Certifications:  LSVT BIG Clinical Interests: Neurological Rehabilitation, Amputations, Parkinson’s Disease, Sports Injuries  ##### Ann Marie Dupre, PT, DPT **Doctor of Physical Therapy** Special Training and Certification: Board certified neurological specialist, LSVT BIG Clinical Interests: Movement disorders, Neurology, Brain Injury, Geriatrics ##### Brandon Theroux, PT, DPT **Doctor of Physical Therapy** Certifications:  LSVT BIG Clinical Interests: Orthopedics, Sports Injuries, Neurological Rehabilitation, Cervicogenic Headaches, and Vestibular Therapy, Amputation ##### Kyle Zurwaski, PT, DPT **Doctor of Physical Therapy **Certifications:  LSVT BIG Clinical Interests: Orthopedics, Neurological Rehabilitation, Sports Injuries, Chronic Pain, Orthopedic Manual Therapy ##### Geena Goyette, MS, CCC-SLP **Speech-language Pathologist, Site Manager **Special training/certifications: LSVT LOUD certified clinician, VitalStim certified clinician. Clinical Interests: Dysphagia, Dysphonia, Aphasia, and TBI.  ##### Katherine Newton, MS, CCC-SLP **Speech-language Pathologist **Special Training/Certifications: LSVT LOUD certified clinician Clinical Interests: post-concussive syndrome and other cognitive-communication impairments following brain injury; aphasia and apraxia ##### Emily Balasco, PT, DPT **Physical Therapist** Education: Southern Connecticut State University, BS in Exercise Science; Russell Sage College, Doctor of Physical Therapy Special Trainings/Certifications: LSVT BIG certified Clinical Interests: Neurological Rehabilitation, Parkinson’s Disease, Orthopedics, Post-Surgical Rehab, Sports Injuries Hobbies: Coaching Gymnastics, Hiking, Golfing, Playing Pickleball, Camping ##### Carrie Faulkner, PT, DPT **Clinical Supervisor in East Greenwich** Physical Therapist and Clinical Specialist Education: University of Central Florida; Doctor of Physical Therapy, May 2016 Certifications: Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy, Vestibular Rehabilitation, LSVT™ BIG, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Clinical Interests: Brain Injury, Stroke, Vestibular Disorders, Concussion, Spinal Cord Injury, Movement Disorders Hobbies: Golfing, traveling, running, hiking ##### Alexandra Giordano, DPT **Physical Therapist** Education: Quinnipiac University, B.S. in health sciences; Quinnipiac University, Doctor of Physical Therapy Special Training/Certifications: LSVT BIG, PWR! Clinical Interests: Neurological rehabilitation, especially Parkinson’s Disease Hobbies: Cooking, hiking, trying new restaurants, traveling ##### Megan Hammit, MS, CF-SLP **Speech-language Pathologist** Education: University of Rhode Island, Bachelor of Science in Communicative Disorders; University of Rhode Island, Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology Special Training/Certifications: LSVT LOUD Clinical Interests: Parkinson’s disease, Aphasia, TBI Hobbies: Photography, painting, hiking ##### Emma Dyer, MOT, OTR/L **Occupational Therapist / Advanced Clinician** Education: Worcester State University, Bachelor of Occupational Studies, Master of Occupational Therapy, Minor in Spanish for Healthcare Professionals Special Training/Certifications: LSVT BIG Certified Clinician Clinical Interests: Orthopedics, Hand and Upper Extremity Rehabilitation, Splinting, Pain and Edema Management Hobbies: Traveling, playing soccer, hiking ##### Ashley Weber, MS, OTR/L **Occupational Therapist** Education: New England Institute of Technology, Master of Science Occupational Therapy Special training/certifications: LSVT BIG certified clinician Clinical Interests: Orthopedic and Neurological Conditions Hobbies: Traveling, cooking, playing with my dog, Tucker ##### Pawtucket ##### Lauren Bradshaw PT, DPT **Site Coordinator for Clinical Education **Special Certifications: LSVT BIG certified Clinical Interests: Neurological & orthopedic rehabilitation, McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Training (MDT) ##### Pilar Munoz, PTA Special certifications: LSVT BIG certification Clinical interests: McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Training (MDT). 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Some experience with Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Massage (IASTM). ##### Kathryn Calle, MS, CCC-SLP **Speech-Language Pathologist **Special Training/ Certifications: LSVT LOUD Clinical Interests: Cognitive communication post-concussive symptoms and TBI, aphasia, and language therapy ##### Ashley Santos, PTA **Physical Therapy Assistant; Student coordinator for PTAs **Clinical Interests: Orthopedics, Neuro, and LSVT BIG Certified ##### Rebecca Egge, PT, DPT, MBA **Physical Therapist** Education: University of Delaware, Bachelors in Exercise Science; Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Science (MCPHS), Doctor of Physical Therapy; Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management (MBA) from MCPHS University Clinical Interests/Certifications: Pediatric Neurologic Disorders, Torticollis, Adaptive Equipment and DME, LSVT Big Certified, Parkinsons, Multiple Sclerosis, Spinal Cord Injuries, and Dry Needling Certified Hobbies: Playing sports, including volleyball and softball, darts, hanging out at the beach, and being around animals (preferably dogs) ##### Contact Us [Send Us A Message](https://www-kentri-org.sandbox.hs-sites.com/contact-us?hsLang=en) [1 (401) 227-3669](tel:+14012273669) 455 Toll Gate Road Warwick, Rhode Island 02886 - [**](https://www.facebook.com/KentHospital) - [**](https://twitter.com/KentHospital) - [**](https://www.linkedin.com/company/kent-hospital/) ##### Other Care New England Locations [Care New England ](https://www.carenewengland.org/?hsLang=en) [Butler Hospital](https://www.butler.org/?hsLang=en) [Women and Infants Hospital](https://www.womenandinfants.org/?hsLang=en) [The Providence Center](https://providencecenter.org/) [VNA of Care New England](https://www.vnacarenewengland.org/?hsLang=en) ##### Patients and Visitors [Find A Provider](https://www.kentri.org/provider-finder?hsLang=en) [Integra Community Care](https://www.integracare.org/?hsLang=en) ##### About Us [Who We Are](https://www-kentri-org.sandbox.hs-sites.com/about-us?hsLang=en) [Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)](https://www.carenewengland.org/dei?hsLang=en) [Legal Notices](https://www.carenewengland.org/legal-notices?hsLang=en) [Auxiliary Aids & Services](https://www.carenewengland.org/auxiliary-aids-and-services?hsLang=en) [Price Transparency](https://www.carenewengland.org/price-transparency?hsLang=en) [Research](https://www.carenewengland.org/research?hsLang=en) ##### Get Involved [Ways to Give](https://www-kentri-org.sandbox.hs-sites.com/ways-to-give/?hsLang=en) [Careers](https://www.kentri.org/careers?hsLang=en) [Volunteer](https://www.carenewengland.org/volunteer?hsLang=en) ##### News [In The News](https://www.kentri.org/news?hsLang=en) [Media Relations](https://www-kentri-org.sandbox.hs-sites.com/media-relations?hsLang=en) Copyright © 2026 Care New England Health System × You are about to leave our website and enter an external site. 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