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Dr. Marcus Johnson, MD
Medical Director & Pain Specialist
Board-certified in pain medicine with 20+ years of experience in interventional pain management.
Our Team
The people behind your recovery.
Our multidisciplinary team combines decades of clinical expertise with the kind of personal care that makes a difference.
Meet Our Director
Rex Bryan Rigor, PT, DPT, CLT, CBIS
Clinic Director and lead physical therapist — three decades of rehabilitation leadership dedicated to helping patients move better, feel better, and live better.
Clinic Director
Rex Bryan Rigor, PT, DPT, CLT, CBIS
- (734) 309-8592
- bryanrigor66@yahoo.com
- 43876 Stonebridge Drive, Belleville, MI 48111
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Professional Profile
- Developed and implemented a Stroke Team approach across HCR Manor Care centers in 32 states.
- Delivered national CEUs at major hospitals and universities on High Intensity Strength Training in older adults.
- Created a cardiopulmonary monitoring log and treatment protocol used by cardiologists to guide early pacemaker intervention.
- Authored “How to Articulate Rehab Capabilities” training for HCR/Promedica Advantage regional orientation.
- Represented HCR/Promedica in Administrative Law Judge hearings and led Level 1 & Level 2 appeals guidance.
- Guest lecturer at Eastern and Western Michigan University on post-acute rehabilitation.
- Designed regional workflows that produced superior clinical and functional patient outcomes.
Professional Experience
Clinic Director
Elements Physical Therapy
February 2023 – Present
Regional Director of Rehabilitation
HCR Manor Care
April 2003 – January 2023
PT Homecare Consultant
Elsmar HHC
May 2005 – May 2020
Director of Rehabilitation
HCR Manor Care
April 1996 – April 2003
Traveling Physical Therapist
Nova Care Rehabilitation
April 1994 – April 1996
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Utica University — Utica, New York
Graduated May 2015
B.S. in Physical Therapy
Southwestern University — Cebu, Philippines
Graduated March 1993
Certifications
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT)
- Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS)
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Core Skills
Evidence-based physical therapyComprehensive clinical assessmentPatient-centered rehabilitationStroke rehabilitationHigh-intensity strength trainingCardiopulmonary monitoringGeriatric rehabilitationClinical documentationAppeals management (Level 1 & 2)Rehabilitation leadershipTeam developmentClinical workflow optimizationStaff education & trainingPublic speaking & presentations
Awards & Recognition
Employee of the Year
Whitehall Manor, Whitehall, MI
1994
Most Outstanding Rehab Director
HCR Manor Care
1998, 2000, 2002, 2003
Most Outstanding Regional Rehab Director
HCR Manor Care
2012, 2013
Our Clinicians
A multidisciplinary team dedicated to your recovery
Physicians, therapists, and specialists working together on every patient's care plan.
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Dr. Priya Patel, DPT
Lead Physical Therapist
Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation.
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Dr. Sarah Mitchell, MD
Physiatrist
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation expert focused on non-surgical musculoskeletal care.
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James Carter, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
Helping patients restore independence and confidence in daily life activities.
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Linda Ramirez, DPT
Geriatric Rehab Specialist
Compassionate care for older adults — balance, mobility, and fall prevention.
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Kevin Brooks, ATC
Athletic Trainer
Sports performance and return-to-play specialist for athletes of all levels.
Ready When You Are
Start your recovery with a team that listens.
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