Leah Boente-Hulcher
Physical Therapist

  Leah Boente-Hulcher, a native of Carlinville Illinois, graduated from St. Louis University with her Bachelor of Science and Physical therapy in 1995. Since graduating, Leah has gained experience through her work in many different environments. She practiced at Memorial Medical Center, on 3b rehabilitation unit focusing on the treatment of head and spinal-cord injuries, as well as stroke rehabilitation. Additionally, Leah worked at Memorial Medical Center in the burn unit, and has also had experience working with amputees. Her work in the early intervention system and Sports Medicine has given her knowledge of pediatric treatments.
  This is Leah's passion in therapy at present and she is continually improving her skills in this area. She has been motivated to successfully complete all 4 levels of training in Robin McKenzie's Mechanical Diagnoses and Treatment approach, gaining valuable manual therapy experience in the process. She was certified in June 2007. In addition to working on her manual skills, she has completed her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from St. Louis University in 2006.
  For the past 12 years, Leah has practiced at both Memorial Medical Center and St. John's Hospital's AthletiCare, gaining invaluable experience in outpatients, sports medicine and rehabilitation of post-surgical spine, knee, hip and shoulder conditions.
  Leah has always been an athlete - qualifying and placing in the State Track Meet while at high school and completing 6 Marathons since. She enjoys being involved with the Springfield Road Runners Club and is competitive in her age group. Leah has also decided that Triathlon is a great sport for her - she has been working hard on the swimming and cycling and enjoys the cross-training. Leah is highly successful and a "DO IT NOW" person. She enjoys working with challenging patients.
  Leah has one son (who is currently attending St. Louis University) and two younger daughters with her husband John.