Sullivan Physical Therapy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our Staff
Kimberlee Sullivan graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sports Medicine from Pepperdine University in 1998. She received a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Creighton University in 2002. Since her clinical residency Kimberlee has focused her profession on pelvic floor dysfunction.

She has worked with orthopedic and women's and men's health patients for eight years in states such as Oregon, Minnesota, and Texas. In October of 2005 she opened Sullivan Physical Therapy where she could focus on patients with pelvic floor dysfunction such as incontinence, overactive bladder syndrome, interstitial cystitis, organ prolapse, sciatica and pelvic pain.

Kimberlee is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, Orthopedic and Women's Health Sections. She is also a member of the National Association for Continence, Endometriosis Association, Interstitial Cystitis Association, National Vulvodynia Association, International Pelvic Pain Society, Texas Physical Therapy Association and the Women's Sexual Health Foundation.

She is a recipient of the Certificate of Achievement in Pelvic Physical Therapy. She has received certification by the Biofeedback International Conference for Pelvic Biofeedback.

Kimberlee enjoys spending time with her family, reading, running, and traveling. She has lived in Austin for seven years with her husband, Craig and their Yorkshire Terrier, Samson.

Patients of Kimberlee state: "She really knows her stuff, is diplomatically persistent yet flexible, and is determined in a nice way to bring you back to normal.", "She has a wonderful spirit and love of her patients and profession!"
Erin Baird graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from George Mason University in Virginia. She then attended Boston University where she received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. After her post graduate studies, Erin practiced at an outpatient facility in the Washington D.C area treating a variety of orthopaedic and neurological diagnosis such as low back and neck pain, shoulder and knee injuries, stroke, spinal cord injury, and balance disorders. While in Washington D.C, she also found a great interest in women's and men's pelvic health and began treating patients with urinary and fecal incontinence, pudendal neuralgia, vulvodynia, vestibulodynia, dyspareunia, interstitial cystitis and vaginismus. Since moving to Austin, she enjoys treating men and women with incontinence and pelvic pain disorders exclusively.

Erin continues to take courses focusing on treating pelvic floor dysfunction, pregnancy and postpartum thru the Herman and Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute. She is certified in pelvic floor muscle dysfunction biofeedback thru the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance. Erin also runs the Austin Women's Pelvic Pain Support Group.

In her free time, Erin enjoys playing tennis, cooking and spending time exploring all that Austin has to offer.
Angela Dobinsky received a Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Texas State University in San Marcos. After graduating, she practiced outpatient orthopedic care in California and Texas. She treated a variety of orthopedic conditions, including pre and post partum, and has a strong manual therapy background. Angela developed an interest in women's and men's health conditions and has decided to solely focus her work in this area.

Angela is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and Section on Women's Health. She is currently pursuing the Certificate of Achievement in Pelvic Physical Therapy through the American Physical Therapy Association as well as working on her Doctorate in Physical Therapy through Shenandoah University in Virginia. She is board certified in biofeedback for pelvic muscle dysfunction through the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance.

Angela lives in Austin with her husband, Tyson, who is a science teacher and coach. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, reading, and being outdoors.

Angela Dobinsky's patients say that the therapy they have received is "very effective and love the results", and that she "provided [the patient] with excellent information and knowledge of what [they] need to do now and in the future to help manage prolapse without surgery."
Angela Wicker-Ramos graduated with a bachelors of science in Kinesiology and a minor in dance from the University of Texas at Austin. She received her Masters in Physical Therapy as well as a Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Sciences from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. In her practice prior to specializing in oncology rehabilitation, she gained clinical experience in treating orthopedic, neurological and balance impairments. She also has experience in hospital rehabilitation and wound care.

Since 2008 her specialty areas have included oncology rehabilitation and lymphedema management. She developed the outpatient oncology and lymphedema program at Lovelace Women's Hospital in Albuquerque, NM. Her program specialized in lymphedema, post surgical, post radiation, and post reconstructive surgery care. Angela is both a certified lymphedema therapist and a LANA (Lymphology Association of North America) certified therapist. She is also a member of the National Lymphedema Network (NLN).

Angela has expanded her interests to include all aspects of women's and men's health including pelvic floor dysfunction and pain. Angela is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association in both Section on Oncology and Section on Women's Health. She is currently pursuing the Certificate of Achievement in Pelvic Physical Therapy through the American Physical Therapy Association.

Angela is happy to have returned to her hometown of Austin. In her free time she enjoys dance, all performance art, food, music, books and film.

Patients of Angela Wicker-Ramos say "Angela is encouraging and gives information with helpful tips", "Angela was great. She made a difficult situation very easy", "Angela is very considerate and provides excellent support and feedback."
Sara K. Sauder received her Bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of Texas in Austin and her Masters and Doctorate degrees from Texas Woman's University in Houston. She has a background in orthopedics which made her aware of the impact of pelvic floor dysfunction on orthopedic function and quality of life.

She is working towards her Certificate of Achievement in Pelvic Physical Therapy through the American Physical Therapy Association. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and a member of the section on Women's Health.

Patient feedback about Sara Sauder, PT, DPT: "Sara was really great. Extremely knowledgeable & professional. A pleasure to work with.", "I can only suggest finding another Sara. She is a gem.", "Sara is so kind and receiving and a good listener."


Rachel Cortell has been a team member at Sullivan Physical Therapy since 2009. Her primary role at the clinic is coordinating marketing efforts including media, trade promotions, and collateral material.

Rachel studied at Purdue University and finished her Bachelor of Science degree from Texas State University in San Marcos. She grew up in West Virginia and parts of the Midwest before making Austin her home. Her interests include massage and fitness, traveling, and spending time with her husband and twin boys.
Crystal was born in Hinsdale, New Hampshire. Being a military child, she lived in Virginia, Georgia and Rhode Island before returning to New Hampshire where she completed her education. Eighteen years ago after briefly visiting a friend, Crystal decided to move to Austin where she resides with her pug, Sophie, and cat, Tella. In her spare time Crystal likes to listen to music, travel and spend time with family and friends.

Crystal has worked as an Office Coordinator in a Physical Therapy setting for eight years. She has worked for Sullivan Physical Therapy for five years.
Michelle is a native Houstonian, where she earned her BA in Business Administration. She has been in Austin for 5 years and is venturing back into the working world. As our receptionist, Michelle comes from a background where she has worked in all areas, from an administrator for corporate executives at Compaq to being a corporate travel agent to being a middle school principal's secretary. At Sullivan Physical Therapy, she strives to ensure the logistics of your appointments are tailored to your needs and her main goal is to greet you with a smile.

Michelle is a huge music fan. She enjoys living in the live music capital and is an avid concert goer. She is a mom to a high schooler in Austin, a high school junior in Houston and a son at Auburn University (War Eagle!). She also enjoys tracking her retired parents in their RV across the country. In her spare time she likes to experiment in the kitchen, is an amateur photographer, and enjoys outdoor activities with her geeky product designer husband, children, and big, happy dog.
Becca is originally from Frisco Texas and after graduating from high school went to Tarleton State University where she gradated in December 2009 with a B.S in biology. After graduating, she moved to Austin and is taking a year off before she goes back to graduate school. Becca choose to move to Austin because she enjoyed the relaxed feel of the city, live music, and all the diverse outdoor activities that are available. In February 2010 she went to Xian China to do volunteer work at Starfish Foster Home.

In her spare time Becca enjoys running, hiking, listening to music, and spending time with friends and family. Fall is one of her favorite times of year because it's football season and her favorite team is the Dallas Cowboys. Becca has two miniature Dachshunds, Izzy and Pebbles both of which are like her children.