Dr. Katie Hedgren graduated from Belmont University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2014. She has worked in a variety of PT settings, including orthopedics and home care. As a former college softball player, she understands the athlete’s mindset and the importance of an individualized rehab process to optimize recovery and performance. Her focus is providing compassionate, hands-on, holistic care to help get people back to doing what they love.
Katie is certified in dry needling. In her spare time, Katie enjoys hiking, running, cheering on the Nashville Preds and spending time with her husband (Gregg) and dog (Henry).
Credentials:
Doctor of Physical Therapy (PT,DPT, 2014)
Dry Needling Certified (Level 1)
Run DNA- Cert. Running Gait Analyst- Level 1 &2
CPR/AED Certified
Dr. Ben Howe is a physical therapist and the owner of Panda Performance & Physiotherapy.
He has been a Nashville resident since 2012, when he opened his first PT practice and began calling Nashville home. Ben is a Rochester, NY native and graduated from Ithaca College before he traveled South to pursue excellence in his field.
Ben brings 18+ years of experience in sports medicine, strength and conditioning, outpatient orthopedics, bodywork, personal training and performance coaching. He has been active in the coaching of small groups, individuals and the business development of performance-based physical therapy groups with direct access opportunities.
He now spends his time leading his company and performing specific bodywork and corrective activities to maximize athletic performance and recovery from injury. His comprehensive approach combines evidence-based techniques, advanced technology, and compassionate care to guide clients on their journey to recovery and improved function.
When Ben is not coaching or treating, you can usually find him training, golfing or at a sporting event Nashville with his wife Emma and their Dogs Maui and Girl Dog Named Mike.
Credentials:
Doctor of Physical Therapy(MSPT & DPT, 2006)
Certified Integrative Manual Therapist(CIMT, 2010)
ASTYM: Soft Tissue mobilization Certified Therapist(ASTYM, 2012)
Dry Needling Certified - Lvl I & II
CF Lvl 1
Barbell Rehab Method Certified(BRM, 2021)
Functional Kettlebell Training(FKT, 2024)
CPR/AED Certified
