Owner & Clare Director

Patrick Howe, DPT, MS, graduated from Central Michigan University in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, 1998 with a Masters of Science degree in Physical Therapy and in 2004 earned his Doctorate degree from Simmons College, Boston, MA. He is currently a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Michigan Physical Therapy Association.

Pat has been practicing physical therapy in the Mid-Michigan area for several years. He founded Evergreen Physical Therapy in order to practice and promote physical therapy in an environment that embodies his philosophy of treatment. Pat's professional interests include orthopedics, manual therapy and sports medicine.

Pat, his wife Jamie, and his daughter Alexandra reside in Sanford. His personal interests include tennis, outdoor activities and aviation. Pat has been an active pilot for many years and has restored several antique aircrafts.

Big Rapids Director

Jessica Morgan, MSPT graduated from Central Michigan University in 1997 with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology, and in 2001 with a Master of Science in Physical Therapy. She is currently a member of the American Physical Therapy Assocation and the Michigan Physical Therapy Association.

Jessica has been practicing in the western and Mid-Michigan area for several years, and is currently the director of the Big Rapids Clinic. Jessica joined Evergreen in order to practice physical therapy in an environment that embodies her philosophy of treatment. Jessica's professional interests include orthopedics, sports medicine, geriatric care, and aquatic therapy. She has also been active with pre-season conditioning programs for area sports teams.

Jessica, her husband, Scott, and two daughters, Samantha and Rebecca, reside in Sears. Her personal interests include snowshoeing, biking, and coaching basketball and softball.

Gladwin Director

Tim Axtell MS, PT, OMPT, ATC graduated from Ferris State University in 1987 with a Bachelors of Science degree in Applied Biology. In 1998, he graduated from Central Michigan University with a Masters of Science degree in Physical Therapy. Time has also completed a two-year Post Graduate Certificate Program in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy from Oakland University. He has been a Certified Athletic Trainer since 1988. Tim is an active member in the National Athletic Trainers Association, American Physical Therapy Association, Michigan Physical Therapy Association, and the American Academy of Manual Physical Therapy.

Tim has been practicing physical therapy in Mid-Michigan for over four years and is currently the director of Evergreen Physical Therapy in Gladwin. Tim joined Evergreen in order to practice physical therapy in an enriching and fulfilling environment that embodies his treatment philosophy. Tim's professional interests include orthopedic and manual physical therapy. He has an extensive background in outpatient orthopedic, sports medicine and industrial rehabilitation.

Harrison Director

Mitch McMillan, MS, PT graduated from Central Michigan University in 1997 with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology and in 1999 with a Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy. He was a member of two Honors Fraternities and is currently a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Michigan Physical Therapy Association.

Mitch has been practicing in the Mid-Michigan area for the past several years and is currectly the Director of the Evergreen Physical Therapy Clinic in Harrison. Mitch is happy to join the Evergreen team to offer his philosophy of treatment in a rural community setting. Mitch's professional interests include orthopedics, geriatric, recovery from back injury and sports medicine.

Mitch and his wife, Trisha, reside in the Clare area. His personal interests include outdoor activities, traveling and dog training.

Midland Director

Tammy Thompson, MPT, ATC graduated from Central Michigan University in 1991 with a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Sports Medicine, and from the University of Michigan-Flint in 1996 with a Master's degree in Physical Therapy. She is currently a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, the National Athletic Trainers Association and is a Certified Pilates Instructor.

Tammy has been practicing in the Mid-Michigan area for 12 years, and is the director of the Evergreen Physical Therapy in Midland. Tammy joined Evergreen in order to practice physical therapy in an environment that emobodies her philosophy of treatment. Her professional interests include orthopedics, sports medicine, industrial rehabilitation, manual therapy and rehab for local athletic teams and clubs. She has also been active with pre-season conditioning programs for area sports' teams.

Tammy and her daughter, Tegan, reside in Midland. Her personal interests include running, weightlifting, volleyball, Pilates and watersports.