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C. Bruce Meert, PT
Bruce
came to Naples in 1973 after graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in
Physical Therapy form Loma Linda University in California. He received his
California license and subsequent Florida license. Mr. Meert worked for Naples
Community Hospital for 2 1/2 years and the Naples Medical Center for 2 years
before beginning Medical & Sports Rehabilitation Center in 1977. He has been
the chairman of the Southwest District of the Florida Physical Therapy
Association. He has volunteered and has sent staff to a variety of health fairs
and community services.
Bruce has attended over 80 continuing education
courses with primary interest in neck and back rehab diagnoses and secondary
interest in sports and orthopedic rehab. These classes have provided techniques
to rebalance the pelvis, sacrum and spine, work with connective tissue in the
body, cranio-fascial techniques and special techniques to address muscle
problems. His training in specialized equipment allows for
additional methods of treating damaged tissue in various ways including using acupuncture points.
EDUCATION:
LICENSURE:
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California
1973-1977
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Florida
1973-present
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Colorado
1990-present
MEMBERSHIPS:
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APTA
American Physical Therapy Association 1971-present
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FPTA
Florida Physical Therapy Association
1973-present
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NARA
National Association of Rehabilitation Agencies 1977-present
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AAPM
American Academy of Pain Management 1993-2005
PROFESSIONAL
POSITIONS HELD:
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1975-1977
Vice-president of Southwest District, FPTA
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1977-1979
President of Southwest District, FPTA
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1978-1980 President of the Collier County Physical Therapy Association
PROFESSIONAL
EMPLOYMENT:
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1973-1975 Staff therapist for Naples Community Hospital
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1975-1977 Chief Physical Therapist for Naples Medical
Center
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1977-present Owner, Physical Therapist
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