Orthopedic & sports care
Care for sprains, strains, joint problems, and athletic injuries.
Fortinberry Physical Therapy
Move better.
Live fuller.
Personal, professional physical therapy for patients of all ages in southwest Mississippi.
Care close to home
Orthopedic care
Balance & vestibular therapy
Post-operative recovery
Welcome to FPT
The care you need.
Right here at home.
Fortinberry Physical Therapy provides professional PT services to patients of all ages. Our team treats orthopedic, neurological, vestibular, chronic, and acute conditions with care tailored to the person in front of us.
Meet your care teamWhat we treat
Care that helps you
keep moving forward.
From an injury to a long-term condition, we offer physical therapy shaped around your needs and goals.
Neurological & balance care
Support for neurological conditions, dizziness, vertigo, and balance concerns.
Post-operative recovery
Physical therapy to help you work toward movement and strength after surgery.
Women's health
Specialized care that includes pelvic floor rehabilitation.
We also treat arthritis and other acute and chronic conditions. Call us to ask about your needs.
Your first visit
A good start makes
all the difference.
Have your forms ready before your initial evaluation. Print and complete the paperwork, then bring it to your appointment.
Download patient forms PDF from the current FPT websiteGetting started
01
Get an order
The current appointment instructions ask for an order from your doctor, nurse practitioner, dentist, chiropractor, or other health care provider.
02
Give us a call
Call 601.276.2200 for the first available appointment or questions about insurance coverage.
03
Come prepared
Bring your completed paperwork to your initial evaluation. If you need help with the forms, call before your visit.
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Find us nearby
Three places to
feel more like you.
Choose the office that works for you. Each location has its own number and directions.
01 / Liberty
Liberty
101 West Freedom DriveLiberty, MS 39645
601.980.5017Fax: 601.276.3300
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02 / Summit
Summit
709 Robb StreetSummit, MS 39666
601.276.2200Fax: 601.276.3300
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03 / Tylertown
Tylertown
4916 Plaza DriveTylertown, MS 39667
601.876.1234Fax: 601.876.1452
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Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; closed noon–1 p.m. for lunch and on major holidays. Call your office to confirm holiday hours.
The people behind your care
A team rooted in
our community.
Get to know the therapists and assistants who serve our southwest Mississippi neighbors.
Brad Fortinberry
PT, DPT
A Pike County native with a focus on orthopedic and neurological injuries.
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Brad earned a BS in physical therapy in 1997 and a Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2004 from University Medical Center. He has also volunteered at varsity athletic events, helping injured athletes return to the field.
Melissa Fortinberry
PT
Specialized training in pelvic floor and vestibular rehabilitation.
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Melissa earned a BS in physical therapy from University Medical Center in 1996. She has worked in home health, inpatient, long-term, and outpatient care. Her pelvic floor training includes care for incontinence, urinary frequency and urgency, postpartum pain, back and SI pain, and pelvic pain. Her vestibular training includes treatment for dizziness and vertigo.
Keith Hammon
PTA
Experience in outpatient and long-term care.
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Keith graduated from Meridian Community College's physical therapist assistant program in 2010. Raised in Walthall County, he has served patients in outpatient and long-term care settings.
Mike Dunaway
PT
Primary physical therapist at the Liberty office.
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Mike completed his physical therapy degree at University Medical Center in 1997. He has served southwest Mississippi in acute care, long-term care, home health, and outpatient settings.
Brooke Smith
PTA
Training in women's health and BPPV (vertigo).
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Brooke is a lifelong Pike County resident. She graduated from Pearl River Community College's physical therapist assistant program in 2020 and returned to Summit to begin her career as a therapist.
Emily Troxler
DPT
Primary physical therapist at the Tylertown office.
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Emily earned a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from University of Mississippi Medical Center in 2009 and a BS in Biology from University of Southern Mississippi in 2006. She has served patients in acute, long-term, and outpatient settings.
Joshua Hutson
DPT
Certified in LSVT BIG for people with Parkinson's disease.
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Joshua graduated from University of Mississippi Medical Center's Doctorate of Physical Therapy program in 2022. Raised in Amite County, he also earned a BS in Biological Sciences from Mississippi State University in 2018.
Kelly Martin
DPT, ATC
Orthopedic care with an emphasis on sports medicine and athletic rehabilitation.
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Kelly earned a BS in Athletic Training from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2008 and a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from University of Mississippi Medical Center in 2013. He is a lifelong resident of southwest Mississippi.
Kylie Edmonston
PTA
Enjoys treating a variety of orthopedic cases.
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Kylie graduated from Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's physical therapist assistant program in 2023 after earning a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology at LSU in 2021. Raised in Baton Rouge, she now lives in Pike County.
Austin Fortinberry
DPT
Certified in dry needling, with an interest in orthopedic and sports care.
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Austin earned a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from Mississippi State University and a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Central Arkansas. A lifelong Pike County resident, he works with patients on individualized, evidence-based recovery plans.
Inside our clinic
A space made
for progress.
Take a look at the treatment space and equipment from our current site.
Helpful answers
Questions?
We're here to help.
For plan-specific or location-specific questions, give us a call.
Call 601.276.2200Do you take my insurance?
We take major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid, and participate with many carriers. Call us with your specific plan so we can check your coverage.
How do I make an appointment?
The current appointment instructions ask you to obtain an order from your doctor, nurse practitioner, dentist, chiropractor, or other health care provider. Then call 601.276.2200 for the first available appointment.
What are your hours?
Our published hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. We close from noon to 1 p.m. for lunch and on major holidays.
Are your facilities accessible?
The current site says parking is directly in front of the building, with a ramp from the street and a wide entrance ramp. Call your office if you need details for a particular location.
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Ready for your next step?
Call with questions, download your forms, or find the office closest to you.