Meet The Staff

Jane Cunningham
Jane Cunningham, PT, Owner

Jane is originally from Northern Ireland, and has been a long time resident of Charles County. Jane received her training in Physical Therapy in the United Kingdom. She began her career by working in a hospital, and then later lectured in a physical therapy program. After moving to the United States, she received her license to practice Physical Therapy in Maryland. Jane is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

In the mid-1990's she opened an office in La Plata. Following the tornado that hit La Plata in 2002, she re-located the office to the present location, which allowed her the opportunity to expand the services La Plata Physical Therapy provides. Jane's personal goal is to offer quality care and to create an environment conducive to the comfort of the patients La Plata Physical Therapy serves. Jane also encourages continuous learning, and welcomes students to join her staff during their training.

In 2009, Jane was recognized by the Charles County Commission for Women at the 12th Annual Awards Banquet for having made major contributions or given outstanding service to benefit the health, safety or welfare of women and families in the county.

Jane has also been recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) for her ongoing contribution to student education.
Marcin Ostapinski
Marcin Ostapinski, DPT

Marcin graduated with a Masters Degree in Physical Education and Physical Therapy related studies from the Physical Education Academy in Poland in 2002. After graduation, he worked in a school system creating and supervising exercises for children, including those with postural problems and scoliosis.

Marcin joined the staff of La Plata Physical Therapy in 2004 and developed what is now our Wellness Program

While building up the Wellness Program, Marcin pursued his Doctorate in Physical Therapy, attending Neumann University and completing his studies in 2009.

Currently, Marcin continues to focus on developing his manual skills and he is pursuing his Maitland Manual Therapy Certification.
Cathy French
Cathy French, PT

Cathy graduated in 1982 from the University of Maryland with a degree in Physical Therapy.

Cathy spent many years working with the special population in the public school system. She has been on staff as part time therapist and pediatric consultant since 2008. Cathy mentors all the staff on a regular basis and reviews our pediatric case load. Our acces to her pediatric expertise and experience is something our company values greatly.
Jasleen Mishra
Jasleen Mishra, PT

Jasleen earned her B.S. degree in Exercise Science from Rutgers University in 1997 and her Masters Degree in Physical Therapy in 2000. Her work experience has spanned over 10 years, including six years at various rehabilitation cernters and a residency program and one year at Moss Rehabilitation Hospital in Philadelphia, which led to a certification as a Neurological Clinical Specialist.

Jasleen recently joined our staff and enjoys adapting her knowledge and physical therapy skills to patients with varieties of injuries and disabilities.

Jasleen is also fluent in Hindi and is an adjunct professor at Marymount University for Physical Therapy.
Ann Haynes
Ann Haynes, PTA

Ann received her B.S. degree in exercise physiology from the University of West Virginia School of Medicine in 1994. Go Mountaineers! Ann was Director of a Fitness Program in Washington D.C. prior to her enrollment in the Physical Therapist Assistant program at the College of Southern Maryland. Ann graduated from the program in 2006.

Continuing education has included exercise programs for the geriatric population and treatment for sports related injuries. Ann continues to develop her manual skills and pursue certification in this area. Ann continues to be interested in her own personal fitness and that of her patients. One of Ann's goals is to complete a half marathon.
Jessica Minner
Jessica Minner, PTA

Jessica graduated from the Physical Therapist Assistant program at the College of Southern Maryland in 2006.

Since graduation, Jessica has used her knowledge and skills with all different age groups in our clinic. Jessica's patience and gentle manual skills have been escpecially good as she works with our children. Continuing education has included classes in pediatrics as well as sports related and geriatric exercise programs.

Currently, Jessica has elected to assist with the supervision of the physical therapy students who occasionally spend time in our clinic as part of their education program.
Scott Hettel
Scott Hettel, PTA

Scott graduated from the Physical Therapist Assistant program at the College of Southern Maryland in 2008.

Scott's interests include soccer, and he was an assistant coach at La Plata High School from 2007 - 2010. He has enjoyed applying his physical therapy skills in dealing with some of our younger athletes.

Continuing education has included courses on mechanics of the ankle, foot, and more recently pediatric classes. Currently, Scott is pursuing a degree in childhood development. Scott has a good rapport with all age groups. He continues to develop his physical therapy skills working with our children.