CARMEN JOHNSON, PTA

Owner/Physical Therapist Assistant at Johnson Physical Therapy

Carmen is a graduate of the University of Louisiana at Monroe with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, as well as, an Associate’s degree from South Arkansas Community College in Applied Science. Since receiving her physical therapist assistant license, Carmen has had experience in outpatient, rehabilitation and home health settings filling both therapist and director positions. Carmen is a Ruston native and graduate of Ruston High School. Carmen enjoys helping patients in the outpatient setting, as well as, heading the business operations associated with the day-to-day procedures of the clinic.

Email: carmen@johnsonptla.com

BRYAN MOORE, DPT

Physical Therapist at Johnson Physical Therapy

Bryan is a 2006 graduate of Louisiana Tech University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. He went on to graduate from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences with a Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2009.  Bryan has gained 10 years of experience as a physical therapist working with a wide variety of patient populations including orthopedic injury and post-op, spine, neurological, and sports rehab.  He has a passion for working with highly motivated, active individuals and helping them return to their normal function and lifestyle using therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, education, and encouragement.

CAMERON CUPP PT

Physical Therapist at Johnson Physical Therapy

Cameron has been a dedicated member of the JPT team since 2017. He joined the team as a Physical Therapist Technician while working towards his Kinesiology degree from Louisiana Tech University. In 2019, he relocated to Northwest Arkansas and received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (while finding time to call the Hogs on the weekends!). Following graduation, Cameron and his family moved back to Ruston, and he rejoined the team at JPT as full time Physical Therapist. He believes that his experience in seeing patient care from different work roles has enhanced his ability to provide well- rounded care to patients.

DAVID MICHAEL BURKHALTER PT

Physical Therapist at Johnson Physical Therapy

David Michael graduated from Ruston High School in 2014. He was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers and played 3 years of professional baseball. After finishing his baseball career, David Michael returned to Ruston and earned a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Louisiana Tech. He then attended physical therapy school at LSU Health in Shreveport. He accepted his first job as a physical therapist at JPT following graduation. David Michael gained experience with PT from an injured athlete’s perspective during his time with the Brewers following an elbow injury. Since attaining his CrossFit Level 1 certificate 5 years ago, David Michael has coached CrossFit classes and gained experience programming exercise for the everyday person. David Michael has a passion for helping athletes return to competition and educating the general public on the importance of exercise to maintain a good quality of life.

BRETT JONES PT, DPT, MS-EXSC

Physical Therapist at Johnson Physical Therapy

Brett graduated with a B.S. in Exercise Science from the University of Louisiana Monroe and then went on to earn a M.S. degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology at ULM.   He earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) from Harding University.   Following graduation, he immediately accepted a position with JPT and began expanding his knowledge base on the treatment and management of individuals with orthopedic/sports medicine injuries with use of a comprehensive treatment approach in the form of specialty certifications, on-site training, and personal study.  Though most treatment experience has been with orthopedic and sports medicine, Brett has experience with and greatly enjoys treating neurological and geriatric populations.  Brett currently holds specialty certifications in spinal manipulation therapy and functional dry needling.