Altenburg Staff

RYAN BUCHHEIT

PT, CHT, CEAS Physical Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist, Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist

Ryan graduated from Maryville University in 2001. Ryan began working for Mid America Rehab in September 2001. In November 2008, Ryan became a certified hand therapist. The majority of Ryan’s practice focuses on outpatient rehab, sports medicine, hand therapy, and work conditioning programs. Outside of work Ryan enjoys fishing, farming, and spending time with his wife Carrie and two children Noah and Grace.

Kirsten Thieret

PTA Physical Therapist Assistant

Kirsten is a graduate of Oak Ridge High School. After high school she received her physical therapy assistant degree from Mineral Area College/Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center. Kirsten is licensed to practice physical therapy in Missouri and Illinois. She has currently been practicing in our Cape Girardeau and Perryville facilities working in outpatient, inpatient, home health, and aquatics. She also has experience working in a skilled nursing facility. In her free time Kirsten enjoys spending time with her family and friends.