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    Brigid Sykes has been with Shepherd Center since 2013 and is part of the Beyond Therapy\u00ae team.<\/p>\n

    Education and training<\/h2>\n

    University of Illinois at Chicago: College of Applied Health Sciences<\/strong>
    \nDoctor of Physical Therapy, 2006-2009<\/p>\n

    University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill<\/strong>
    \nBachelor of Arts, Psychology and Exercise Science, 2002-2006<\/p>\n

    Certifications<\/h2>\n
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    • Certified Lymphedema Therapist<\/li>\n
    • American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Credentialed Clinical Instructor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      About<\/h2>\n

      Brigid Sykes is a Physical Therapist specializing in Aquatics at Shepherd Center. She understands the challenges her patients face, so she strives to bring joy and normalcy to their experience, making them feel heard and supported while also pushing them to achieve progress.<\/p>\n

      Brigid was drawn to Shepherd Center because of its cutting-edge technology, dedicated staff, and commitment to patient care. Her desire to help others was fueled by her grandmother\u2019s spinal cord injury, which deepened her commitment to supporting families through difficult times.<\/p>\n

      Originally from Durham, North Carolina, Brigid enjoys spending her free time outdoors, doing crafts, and watching movies with her two young children, ages 5 and 1.5.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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