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Stacy received her Bachelor of Science degree in nutrition, exercise and health science from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2007. She later attended Northeast Community College in Norfolk, Nebraska, to receive her Associate of Science degree in the Physical Therapy Assistant Program, and graduated as a physical therapist assistant in 2011.

She first joined Columbus Community Hospital in June 2020 as a physical therapy assistant with the home health and hospice team. In fall 2020, she cross-trained to provide therapy in our inpatient rehab setting at the hospital, becoming a regular part of the inpatient rehab team in October 2021. She has also cross-trained with Rehab Services at the Wellness Center and can provide additional outpatient support for patients as needed.

Stacy has attended continuing education courses on various subjects, including treating patients with Parkinson's disease and dementia, emphasizing geriatric rehab and falls and balance training. She also has previous experience in skilled nursing facilities. Stacy states that getting to know the patient beyond just their diagnosis/prognosis and connecting with them on a personal level is the most meaningful part of her occupation.

Stacy lives in Columbus with her husband, Brian, and their three children. In her spare time, she enjoys supporting her kids in their sports and other extracurricular activities, watching Nebraska sports, spending time with her extended family and reading.