Matt is a Physical Therapist and Orthopaedic Certified Specialist. He has a lot of experience working with a large variety of patients with orthopedic injuries, both surgical and non-surgical. He is also certified in performing Dry Needling. Matt earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree at Louisiana State University Health in New Orleans. Matt’s favorite part about working at Riverbend Physical Therapy is helping his patients to achieve their goals, so they can start loving life!

Neil has spent most of his career working primarily with patients who had orthopedic injuries, both surgical and non-surgical. Neil earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at Louisiana State University Health in New Orleans in 2013. He earned an additional certification in Dry Needling which has been a beneficial treatment method for many of his patients. Neil’s favorite part about being a physical therapist is helping his patients to achieve their goals and have fun while doing it. 

Brent is a licensed Physical Therapist who graduated from Louisiana State University Health with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Brent is a New Orleans native and graduated from Brother Martin High School in 2006. He went on to LSU in Baton Rouge where he studied Kinesiology and graduated as an academic University Medalist. Brent has a passion for helping others reach their goals and enjoy life to the fullest.

Jason Valenza is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. He graduated at the top of his class from Delgado Community College in 2016 with an Associate of Allied Health in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Jason is a native of Harahan and graduated from Brother Martin High School in 2006. He also attended LSU and received his Bachelor of Science in Business Management. Jason has a true passion for helping others.

Casie Babin is the receptionist and administrative assistant at our clinic. She graduated from Loyola University of New Orleans with a bachelor’s degree in Criminology and Justice. During her free time, she enjoys going to the gym and spending time with her dog. Casie’s favorite part about working at Riverbend Physical Therapy is getting to know the patients around the community and keep them smiling.