Jill R. Linder, DHSc, OTR, CBIS, CSRS

Occupational Therapist at Parkview Hospital Randallia

Assistant Professor at Huntington University

jlinder@huntington.edu

Dr. Jill Linder teaches in the Doctoral Program in Occupational Therapy in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where she advises students and mentors capstone projects, focusing on neuroscience, pathophysiology, and professional competency. She is a seasoned occupational therapist with expertise in neurological and orthopedic rehabilitation across various age groups and has numerous certifications, including Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist and Certified Brain Injury Specialist. Dr. Linder holds advanced degrees from the University of Indianapolis and Eastern Michigan University and has published research on driving confidence in older adults and the impact of COVID-19 on their mental health.

Stacy L. Johnson, MSN, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner at Fort Wayne Neurological Center

stacyl01@hotmail.com

Ms. Johnson serves as nurse practitioner in neurology, building upon her background as a registered nurse with focus on rehabilitation patients. Her undergraduate degree in Nursing was earned at Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana. Ms. Johnson completed a master’s degree in nursing and is a family nurse practitioner.

Dr. Bryan Thompson

Dentist and owner at Marr & Thompson Dental Group

Dr. Bryan Thompson is a general family dentist and owner at Marr & Thompson Dental Group. Dr. Thompson grew up here in Fort Wayne where he attended Leo Jr. Sr. High School. He then pursued a degree in biology at Indiana University Bloomington. Upon completion of his undergraduate studies he then earned his doctorate of dental surgery from Indiana University School of Dentistry in 2018. Dr. Thompson has been practicing general dentistry in our community for six years. In his free time you can find him hiking the local trails with his family. 

Dr. Andy Bridge

Dermatologist

Andy Bridge was born in Ft. Wayne and grew up in West Lafayette. He graduated with honors from Wabash College and Indiana University School of Medicine and received an MBA from the IU Kelley School of Business. He is double board certified in Dermatology and Dermatopathology and currently practices on the northside of Indianapolis.

He enjoys playing wheelchair tennis and food and wine. He's engaged in his community serving on the boards of the Eskenazi Health Foundation, Newfield’s Board of Governors, and an advisor to the Gregory S. Fehribach Center.  He sits on the Diversity Committee of the American Academy of Dermatology and is the current President of the Indiana Academy of Dermatology.

Shanese Nicole Simmons

Consumer and Advocate for Healthcare Services

Shanese Nicole Simmons is currently a healthcare consumer for both blindness and diabetes. Having lost her vision in 2012 due to diabetes; the health care system has been pivotal in her healing process. Shanese is well-versed in how the health care system works for her medical needs. In November 2015, she and her son relocated to Fort Wayne from Gary, Indiana for better services and a better living environment. Since becoming healthier, Shanese has been volunteering and being an advocate for individuals like herself by working with Vocational Rehabilitation and Core employment services to land part time employment. She enjoys listening to psychological fiction books, R&B jazz music, and getting together with friends and family.