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Next Step Rehabilitation’s goal is to provide superior care and outstanding outpatient physical therapy that will:
Next Step Rehabilitation is a 100% privately owned outpatient physical therapy practice of dedicated, experienced physical therapists, who believe in working with all of our patients to maintain, improve and enhance their health and function. We also believe in educating our patients as we work with you to achieve the best possible outcomes and maximize your improvements with daily and recreational activities. Next Step was started in 2002 and currently consists of two separate locations to provide our rehabilitative services to the people in Pinellas County.
Each therapist is certified by the American Board of Physical Therapy and has many years of combined outpatient experience. In addition, we have a Certified Hand Therapist on staff, who is knowledgeable and competent to treat both minor and complicated hand conditions. At no time during your care with us, will we utilize technicians or non-certified, unlicensed staff, as we strongly believe in providing ongoing professional care throughout your entire rehabilitation.
Wayne is a true Florida native, born in St. Petersburg and raised in Seminole. Following high school he studied business at the University of Florida before deciding to move into healthcare. He graduated Florida International University as a Physical Therapist and returned home to practice.
Wayne has been providing therapy services in S
Wayne is a true Florida native, born in St. Petersburg and raised in Seminole. Following high school he studied business at the University of Florida before deciding to move into healthcare. He graduated Florida International University as a Physical Therapist and returned home to practice.
Wayne has been providing therapy services in St. Petersburg ever since 1994. He started Next Step Rehabilitation in 2002 with the goal of sharing his passion to help people with their recovery and rehabilitation. In his free time he enjoys spending time with his wife of 23 years and 2 young adult children, boating, fishing, cooking and eating (yes he is a foodie).
Steve Kiag has been an owner of Next Step Rehabilitation since 2002. Steve grew up in Melbourne, Australia, participating in sports and enjoying surfing and the beaches. He graduated in 1990 from Lincoln Institute of Health Sciences, Latrobe University, Melbourne with a physiotherapy degree, before travelling and landing in Florida, pu
Steve Kiag has been an owner of Next Step Rehabilitation since 2002. Steve grew up in Melbourne, Australia, participating in sports and enjoying surfing and the beaches. He graduated in 1990 from Lincoln Institute of Health Sciences, Latrobe University, Melbourne with a physiotherapy degree, before travelling and landing in Florida, pursuing a career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy with a particular interest in sports-related injuries. Steve has been a continuous member of the APTA since 1992, including membership of the Orthopedic and National/Florida Private Practice groups.
What motivates Steve is making an immediate impact on someone’s life and wellness. He is intensely focused on helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals.
When not working, Steve loves spending time with his wife, Debbie, his son, Jacob, and his 2 dogs Reggie and Cooper. He enjoys travelling abroad and the outdoors, cooking, gardening and watching every sport imaginable.
Debbie is originally from southwest Missouri and received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri in 1995. In 1999, she earned a Masters of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Saint Augustine. She became a Certified Hand Therapist in 2005 and has continued to work with a variety
Debbie is originally from southwest Missouri and received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri in 1995. In 1999, she earned a Masters of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Saint Augustine. She became a Certified Hand Therapist in 2005 and has continued to work with a variety of physical therapy patients of all ages in outpatient settings, including patients with complex hand conditions. In her free time, she enjoys travelling, golfing and spending time with her family, two dogs and friends.
Yoko Ray has been a licensed physical therapist since she graduated from University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in 2002 with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Her treatment focus has been in orthopedic and sports medicine. Yoko’s expertise in manual therapy and movement analysis is invaluable to our practice. She holds certificat
Yoko Ray has been a licensed physical therapist since she graduated from University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in 2002 with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Her treatment focus has been in orthopedic and sports medicine. Yoko’s expertise in manual therapy and movement analysis is invaluable to our practice. She holds certifications in Stanley Paris and Brian Mulligan manual therapy techniques and is a certified STOTT Pilates instructor. She has practiced in California, Virginia, Hawaii and Tokyo other than in Florida.
Steve Tompkins is originally from the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area. He attended East Carolina University receiving his Degree in Physical Therapy from there in 1990. Steve moved to St Petersburg after graduation and has worked and lived in the area since then. He has worked as an outpatient therapist for over 25 years with a focused i
Steve Tompkins is originally from the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area. He attended East Carolina University receiving his Degree in Physical Therapy from there in 1990. Steve moved to St Petersburg after graduation and has worked and lived in the area since then. He has worked as an outpatient therapist for over 25 years with a focused interest on orthopedic patients. Steve has played sports all his life adding to his interest and insight into physical therapy. He has played recreational softball since moving to St Pete. Besides being fun this has added to his interest into the shoulder and throwing mechanics. Steve’ s additional pursuits are live music, weight lifting, hiking, traveling and being outdoors. He is a Graston certified therapist since 2014. Graston Technique® (GT) is a unique, evidence-based form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization that enables clinicians to effectively and efficiently address soft tissue lesions and fascia restrictions resulting in improved patient outcomes. The use of GT instruments, when combined with appropriate therapeutic exercise, leads to the restoration of pain-free movement and function.
Ricky is a native Floridian, born in St. Petersburg. He was an All-American punter and kicker at Vanderbilt University and was drafted into the NFL. He earned his Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy with Honors from Nova Southeastern University in 1998. He is also a Certified Athletic Trainer, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specia
Ricky is a native Floridian, born in St. Petersburg. He was an All-American punter and kicker at Vanderbilt University and was drafted into the NFL. He earned his Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy with Honors from Nova Southeastern University in 1998. He is also a Certified Athletic Trainer, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist.
Having played sports his entire life, Ricky is naturally empathetic to the various challenges that patients can face while working to achieve a positive outcome in their rehabilitation. Maximizing each person’s potential is his goal. Ricky enjoys constantly improving his skills and learning techniques that can assist in his interactions with every individual he works with.
In his free time, Ricky enjoys lawn and landscape work as well as gardening throughout the year. He also enjoys spending time cooking with his wife of 26 years and time with his two Scottish Terriers.
Pierre Stevenson and his family immigrated from Toronto, Canada, in 1980. He graduated from St. Petersburg’s NEHI and then joined the US Navy. After his service, he graduated cum laude from Florida International University in 1997 with a degree in physical therapy. He has treated all patient populations in outpatient and inpatient setti
Pierre Stevenson and his family immigrated from Toronto, Canada, in 1980. He graduated from St. Petersburg’s NEHI and then joined the US Navy. After his service, he graduated cum laude from Florida International University in 1997 with a degree in physical therapy. He has treated all patient populations in outpatient and inpatient settings. Pierre is dedicated to his patients’ well-being and progressing their rehabilitation life-long self-care. He has three young adult children and a wonderful wife. In his spare time, he weight-trains and spends time with his family.
Daniel has been practicing physical therapy for 3 years in St. Petersburg, FL. Daniel enjoys working most in neurological rehabilitation, outpatient sports, and geriatric wellness to provide his community with excellent care. Daniel’s philosophy of care is to encourage movement-based and hands-on healing to promote the highest quality li
Daniel has been practicing physical therapy for 3 years in St. Petersburg, FL. Daniel enjoys working most in neurological rehabilitation, outpatient sports, and geriatric wellness to provide his community with excellent care. Daniel’s philosophy of care is to encourage movement-based and hands-on healing to promote the highest quality lifestyle for his patients. Outside of work, he enjoys playing/coaching soccer, the beach and playing with his dog.
Education: Bachelor of Science in exercise physiology, Doctorate of physical therapy
Certifications: BLS/first aid, certified strength and conditioning specialist
Savannah grew up on the Gulf Coast of Alabama. She graduated Jacksonville University with a degree in Kinesiology and then moved further south to complete her DPT at FGCU. Savannah enjoys treating a variety of patients. Savannah also loves sailing, going to Disney and the beach.