Our Team

Seth Kaplan PT, DPT, OCS, MHA

Seth Kaplan is a native of Pickens, Mississippi. He attended Louisiana State University and is a 1989 graduate of the University of Mississippi Medical Center with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. In 1993, he received a Master of Health Administration from Tulane University. Dr. Kaplan received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2010 from Evidence in Motion Physical Therapy Institute in Louisville, KY. Dr. Kaplan is a manual therapist, Board Certified in Orthopedic Physical Therapy (OCS) by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties since 1999. His clinical expertise is in the area of orthopedics, sports medicine, and work-related injuries. Dr. Kaplan has over 30 years of clinical practice in Orthopedics. He has served as President and CEO of BRPT-Lake since 2004.

Abigail Grant PTA

Abigail Grant earned her Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) from Bossier Parish Community College in Bossier City. Prior to that, Abigail obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

She joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy Lake in 2024.

Abigail is most interested in treating gait/balance impairments and orthopedic conditions.

In her free time, Abigail enjoys traveling, working out, and spending time with friends/family and her dog (Parish).

Charlie Kovach PT, DPT

Charlie Kovach earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Texas State University. Prior to that, Charlie obtained his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology: Human Movement Science from Louisiana State University.

Charlie is most interested in treating orthopedics and sports-related injuries.

In his free time, Charlie enjoys spending time with friends and family, watching/playing sports, and being outside.

J’olee Parr PT, DPT

J’olee Parr earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT) from Louisiana State University’s Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. Prior to that, J’olee obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from Louisiana State University.

J’olee is most interested in treating orthopedic injuries and gait/balance dysfunction.

In her free time, J’olee enjoys attending concerts and music festivals, working out, and traveling.

Emma Goldman PT, DPT

Emma Goldman earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from LSUHSC-Shreveport. Prior to that, Emma obtained her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from LSU.

Emma is most interested in treating orthopedic conditions and balance deficits.

In her free time, Emma enjoys reading, playing with her dog (Winnie), and spending time with friends and family.

Seth Hymel PT, DPT

Seth Hymel earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT) from Louisiana State University’s Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. Prior to that, Seth obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from Louisiana State University.

Seth is most interested in treating orthopedic injuries and gait dysfunction.

In his free time, Seth enjoys playing golf, watching sports, and spending time with friends and family.

Gus Gutierrez PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT

Gus graduated from the Louisiana State University, School of Allied Health, in 1986. Eight years later, he completed the Gulf Coast Graduate Institute of Manual Therapy Residency Program, focusing on advanced evaluation and treatment of orthopedic conditions with the use of mobilization and manipulative techniques. After completing the 18-month program, Gus received certification as a Level 2 Manual Therapist. He has earned the prestigious Fellowship status in the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists, and received his Orthopedic Certified Specialization distinction in 1994, with recertifications in 2004, and then again in 2014. In 2010, Gus received his DPT from the Evidence in Motion Institute of Health Professions. With over 30 years of clinical experience, he has treated a variety of high school, collegiate and professional athletes. He has used Astym® treatment since 2001 on a wide variety of orthopedic patients and has been a national instructor for this treatment since 2003. Gus has completed level I and II training in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT) or Dry Needling through Kinetacore, in addition to Kinesiology Taping and is an Active Release Technique practitioner for the upper extremity, lower extremity, and spine. Dr. Gutierrez has enjoyed working with athletes and athletic trainers over his career and currently serves as the team therapist for a number of high schools as well as an LSU Track and Field physical therapist. He has been practicing physical therapy with BRPT-Lake since 1986.

Greg LeBlanc PT, DPT, OCS

Dr. LeBlanc is a native of Greenwell Springs, Louisiana and earned his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at Louisiana State University. In 1999, he received a Master of Physical Therapy degree from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2009 from Evidence in Motion Physical Therapy Institute in Louisville, KY. Dr. LeBlanc is a manual therapist and an Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) in Physical Therapy as acknowledged by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. His clinical interests are primarily sports rehab and manual therapy, including state-of-the-art techniques such as Astym and ART. He has also completed level I and II training in Intramuscular Manual Therapy (IMT) or Dry Needling through Kinetacore. Dr. LeBlanc is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association (LPTA). He is a past president of the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association. Dr. LeBlanc has been practicing physical therapy with BRPT-Lake since 2000. In recognition for his achievements as a clinician and successes in professional association activities, Dr. LeBlanc was recognized in 2008 as the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Outstanding Physical Therapy Alumni. In 2010, he was recognized as one of the Baton Rouge Business Report 2010 Top 40 under 40 honorees. He is currently serving as a team physical therapist for the LSU Track and Field teams.

Dacia Alexander MA, CCC-SLP

Ms. Alexander is a native of DeRidder, Louisiana. She received her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in Communications Disorders from Louisiana State University in 1991. Ms. Alexander is a speech-language pathologist with a certificate of clinical competence. Her areas of expertise are the treatment of neurological disorders and dysphagia. She joined BRPT-Lake in 2001.

Angie Wilkerson PTA

Austin Demsky PTA

Mr. Demsky is a native of Birmingham, Alabama. He received his Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Cognitive Studies from Millsaps College in 2013, and his Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Our Lady of the Lake College in 2016. He joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy Lake in 2016.

Mr. Demsky also received his ASTYM Certification in March 2022.

Christina Beatty PTA

Ms. Beatty is a native of Denham Springs, LA. She earned her Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Our Lady of the Lake College in 2000. She joined Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake in 2000.

Dana Jumonville

Bio coming soon.

Deborah D. Bueche LOTR, CHT, CLT

Ms. Bueche is a native of Arabi, Louisiana. She is a 1985 graduate of the LSU Medical Center School of Allied Health Professions with a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy. She received advanced certification in upper extremity treatment, is a Certified Hand Therapist, and also a Certified Lymphedema Therapist. Ms. Bueche has advanced training in the areas of neurodevelopmental treatment for the adult neurological population, vestibular rehabilitation, and lymphedema management (UE, LE, and head/neck). Her clinical expertise involves hand/UE disorders/injuries, lymphedema management, vestibular rehab, work related injuries/job site evaluations, and adult neurological conditions. She is a certified Astym system provider. She is director of the OT department and clinical coordinator for OT student interns. Ms. Bueche is a past President of Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association and has held several positions on the Board and Executive Board since 1991. She was recognized as “OT of the Year” in 2013 by LOTA. She is a past instructor and Board Member since 1988 for the Arthritis Association of Louisiana. She is actively involved with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Louisiana including service as a First Connection volunteer. She maintains an active membership in American Occupational Therapy Association, Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association, and American Society of Hand Therapists. Ms. Bueche has been practicing with Baton Rouge Physical Therapy-Lake since 1987.

Dee Johnston

Dee Johnston obtained her high school diploma from Denham Springs High School.

Dee has over 40 years of experience in office and staff management, 24 of them with Baton Rouge Physical Therapy.

In her free time, Dee enjoys spending time with my husband and family, Friday night slumber parties with her granddaughters, and vacationing – especially cruising.

Gabbie Labat PT, DPT