MedStar Health: Physical Therapy at Rosedale – Orthopedic and Hand Center

Ryan Zimmerman attended Western Maryland College (now known as McDaniel College) and received his bachelor’s degree in biology. Ryan also completed his doctoral degree in physical therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. His rehabilitation specialties include: 

Julia Drapac received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at James Madison University. She continued her educated at Radford University’s Physical Therapy School where she received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy.

Julia’s rehabilitation specialties include:

• Concussion Management and Care
• Orthopedic Injuries and Conditions
• Neck Pain and Lower Back Pain
• Pain Management

Hannah received her Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy at Towson University. She has worked in the outpatient setting and the inpatient hospital setting with a focus on neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. She is now part of the team at Rosedale Ortho and Hand due to her passion for guiding individuals in their recovery from specific arm and hand injuries to maximize their resumption of valued activities.

Andrew earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. He continued his education at the University of Maryland, Baltimore where he earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Andrew’s rehabilitation specialties include:

• Orthopedic Injuries and Conditions
• Total Joint Replacements
• Hip, Knee, and Ankle/Foot Therapy
• Neck Pain and Lower Back Pain
• Sports Injuries

Mitchell Leatherman received a Bachelor of Science in Sport Medicine from Radford University. He continued his education and received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Emory and Henry University. He is a NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.

Mitchell’s rehabilitation specialties include:

• Orthopedic Injuries and Conditions
• Neck Pain and Lower Back Pain
• Dry needling
• Strength and Conditioning
• Sports Injuries

Cheryl attended Anne Arundel Community College and graduated from the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. She is an experienced PTA who has worked in both outpatient PT as well as skilled nursing facilities.

Linda graduated from Towson State University in 1994 with a BS in Occupational Therapy.  She completed her internships at Johns Hopkins Hospital and a mental health hospital in Oshkosh, WI.  She has worked in many settings including inpatient hospital population, nursing homes both LTC and sub acute, as well as home health.  Her ultimate love of hand therapy occurred after working at Union Memorial Hospital in 1998,  and being exposed to hand and upper extremity trauma cases.  Linda then transferred to the Curtis National Hand Center where she was able to train and meet all the qualifications to become certified in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation.  She has had the good fortune to learn from and work with Baltimore's best hand surgeons and helping in the hand surgeons fellowship program for many years treating in the Fellows clinic. She  also completed a one year program at MCP Hahnemann University earning a post professional certificate in hand and upper quarter rehabilitation.  Linda was also able to help update and revise two chapters in the 4th edition of Hand and Upper Extremity Rehabilitation: A Practical Guide.  This journey now lands her working at MedStar Health outpatient clinic at the Orthopedic Center at Rosedale Ortho and Hand.

Jordan received her Bachelors of Science from University of Delaware where she played four years as a pitcher for the varsity softball team.  She then continued her education at University of Pittsburgh where she earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy.  Following this, she completed a sports residency through the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and went on to become a board-certified sports physical therapist. 

Jordan's rehabilitation specialties include:

• Orthopedic injuries and concerns

• Knee, foot, and ankle therapy

• Sports Injuries

• ACL Return-to-play testing

• Dry needling

• Strength and Conditioning

• Neck pan and low back pain

Timothy received his Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology from Gordon College and went on to earn his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Emory & Henry University. A former NCAA Division III baseball player, he has a personal understanding of sports-related injuries and rehabilitation. He specializes in:

• Low back pain
• Total knee and hip replacements
• Hip, knee, ankle, and foot injuries
• Orthopedic injuries
• Pediatric Physical Therapy

Justin attended Institute of Technology in Fresno, CA and graduated from the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. He is an experienced PTA who has worked in both outpatient PT as well as skilled nursing facilities.

We offer a strong mix of orthopedic rehab, post-surgical therapy, sports-injury care, and spine treatment. The team has advanced training in hand therapy, foot and ankle rehabilitation, concussion therapy, dry needling, and balance/vestibular treatment. Patients recovering from joint replacement, fractures, sprains, or chronic pain can all receive targeted, evidence-based care at MedStar Health Physical Therapy at Rosedale.

If you’re dealing with pain, loss of mobility, stiffness, swelling, numbness, reduced balance, or difficulty performing daily tasks, physical therapy may help. Many patients come to us unsure of what’s causing their symptoms — we perform an in-depth evaluation to determine the best treatment approach.

We’re located in the Medical Arts Building, in Suite 205, on the MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center campus. Parking is onsite, with multiple lots around the building, making entry convenient for patients using mobility aids or recovering from surgery. Because our clinic is located alongside the MedStar Orthopedic Institute, we collaborate directly with your physician to develop the most effective treatment plan for your injury or condition. This close partnership ensures coordinated, streamlined, and personalized care.

Yes, the Rosedale physical therapy location offers specialized pediatric physical therapy services tailored to meet the unique needs of children.

MedStar Health Physical Therapy at Rosedale is typically open Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Eat a balanced meal 1-2 hours prior to therapy. Drink about 2.5 cups of water prior to therapy. Take any prescribed pain medications at least 1 hour prior to therapy. Dress in T-shirts, athletic tops, sweatpants, shorts, yoga pants, or athletic leggings. Wear athletic/walking shoes and avoid open toed sandals, flip-flops, and high heels. Ensure proper access to the treatment area.