MEET THE TEAM

Our physical therapists make all the difference! We believe that when you’re committed to your patients – it shows. At Palmetto Advanced Therapy Services, we show our commitment to our patients by delivering the best customer service and treatment options.


NORTH CHARLESTON OFFICE


Sasa Martinovic, PT, DPT
North Charleston Office | Murrells Inlet Office
Sasa Martinovic, PT, DPT is the Director of Therapy Services for Palmetto Advanced Therapy Services (PATS).
Sasa is a graduate of Carson Newman University, where he received his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science – Professional Studies in 2007.  He continued his education at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga from 2007-2010, where he completed his Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT).
Martinovic’s experience includes three years as a Staff Physical Therapist at Ortho Tennessee Outpatient Rehabilitation in Knoxville, TN and most recently five years at Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Jefferson City, TN and Lakeway Regional Hospital in Morristown, TN as Director of Rehabilitation Department.  During his tenure at Jefferson Memorial Hospital, he successfully expanded the rehabilitation department to include full-time Speech Pathologist and Occupational Therapist for inpatient acute care, swing bed program and outpatient clinics.  
Additionally, Martinovic is currently completing his Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) through the McKenzie Institute, which is a system of evaluating common back and neck problems using mechanical principles, applying reverse force to a mechanical injury to end pain and restore function.
Martinovic and his family relocated to Charleston in December 2018. When he is not helping patients with their physical therapy needs, he enjoys spending time with his wife and five children.
Shayna Dillane, PT
North Charleston Office
Shayna Zoller is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Doctor with three years of experience. She graduated from Quinnipiac University School of Health Science with her Bachelor of Health Science in 2016 and later her Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2019. Dr. Zoller has her CPR Certification, OSHA/HIPPA Certification, Mulligan Lower Quarter Course Certification, and practices McKenzie (MDT) techniques. Her special interests are in sports medicine, post- surgical rehab, and vestibular therapy.
Dr. Zoller relocated to the Charleston area from New Jersey in 2019. When she isn’t working to better the physical therapy community and helping others she is enjoying the beach, photography and traveling with friends and family.
Austin Wilson, PTA
North Charleston Office
Austin Wilson is a Physical Therapist Assistant with three years of experience. He graduated from the College of Charleston with his Bachelor of Science in Middle Grades Education and later studied to become a Physical Therapist Assistant at Horry Georgetown Technical College.
Jessica Isherwood, PTA
North Charleston Office
Jessica Isherwood is a Physical Therapist Assistant with five years of experience. She graduated from Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College with her Associate’s in Applied Science. Isherwood is certified in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers and First Aid and is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association. She is a self-motivated multi-tasker who takes pride in providing compassionate care to every individual. 
Ashley Danderfield, PTA
North Charleston Office
Bio coming soon!
Kathryn Funderburk, PTA
North Charleston Office
Kathryn Funderburk is a Physical Therapist Assistant with three years of experience. She is LSVT BIG certified and CPR/AED certified from the American Red Cross. 
Kathryn went to Winthrop University for her undergraduate studies and continued her education at Greenville Tech, completing the Physical Therapist Assistant program.  Prior to working in Physical Therapy, Kathryn was a personal trainer for two years. Kathryn hopes to use her passion and knowledge to better the lives of others. 


LADSON/SUMMERVILLE OFFICE


Nicole Schwede, PT, DPT
Ladson Office
Nicole completed her undergraduate degree in Anatomy and Cell Biology in 2004 at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec. She attended Husson University in Bangor Maine, receiving her Master’s in Physical Therapy in 2008 and Doctorate in 2010. Nicole specializes in the treatment of general orthopedic injuries, vestibular (vertigo) therapy and McKenzie MDT techniques and treatment.
Originally from New Hampshire, Nicole spent her high school and college years alpine ski racing and running cross country. Nicole relocated to Charleston from Maine in 2016 with her husband and two young children and enjoys running, going to the beach and spending time with the family.
Amanda Weir, PTA
Ladson Office
Bio coming soon!
Andrew Simpson, PTA
Ladson Office
Bio coming soon!


MURRELLS INLET OFFICE


Chris Daily, DPT
Murrells Inlet Office
Chris Daily is a Physical Therapist with 5 years of experience in a broad range of settings, treatment options, and modalities. He graduated from Coastal Carolina and continued his education at the Medical University of South Carolina, earning his Doctor of Physical Therapy. 
Chris is a board-certified Orthopedic Specialist and is also certified in Dry Needling, Blood Flow Restriction, Strength and Conditioning, and Functional Movement. He has extensive experience in golf performance/rehab with program creation for other health systems and was faculty at University of Pittsburgh. 


NEXTON OFFICE


Brandi Mann, PT
Nexton Office
Bio coming soon!

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