PRESIDENT, CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER PHYSIATRIST, PM&R PHYSICIAN

Dr. Dugan is the founder of Directed Rehabilitation Services and possesses dual Board Certifications in Brain Injury Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

He obtained his medical degree from Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital, where he specialized in Physiatry and Pain Management.

For the past 11 years, Dr. Dugan has been practicing Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine in the Indianapolis area. His methodology focuses on the integration of medical management with functional enhancement, promoting a multidisciplinary approach to improve patient outcomes and overall quality of life. Dr. Dugan has a strong interest in pain management strategies, including ultrasound-guided joint injections and treatments for brain injuries, and he is skilled in utilizing Botox for managing spasticity. He has also created customized programs for amputees and has extensive expertise in prosthetics and orthotics.

At present, he is committed to supporting patients in subacute and acute rehabilitation environments, with the goal of enhancing their recovery through inpatient programming.

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, CO-FOUNDER

Dennis (Denny) is a Physician Assistant with almost 10 years experience in rehabilitation medicine.

Denny was raised in a northern suburb of Chicago as the eldest of three siblings. Following his high school education, Denny pursued Division III soccer at Marion University in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, where he earned the distinction of Academic All-American during his senior year. By majoring in chemistry and biology, he gained admission to the inaugural class of the Physician Assistant program at the University of Dayton, from which he graduated in 2016. After completing his studies, Denny and his wife, Dani, relocated to South Carolina, where he began his career in orthopedics. In 2021, Denny partnered with Dr. Dugan to establish Directed Rehab Services.

Denny, Dani, and their two children, Peyton and Malcolm, along with their dog Rizzo, currently reside in Noblesville. In their free time they like to enjoy nature and spend time with family and friends.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Mauree possesses over 14 years of experience in the healthcare sector, including more than 8 years in various leadership positions within acute and post-acute care settings in Indiana and Illinois. She earned both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Business Administration with distinction from Western Governors University. Throughout her career, she has focused on improving operational efficiency, fostering revenue growth, and promoting a culture of collaboration and open communication. Mauree firmly believes in the significance of teamwork and transparent leadership.

Additionally, she is a licensed Residential Care Administrator through the Indiana Board of Health Facility Administrators.

In her leisure time, Mauree enjoys volunteering within her community and church, as well as creating lasting memories with her husband, two sons, and two dogs.

PHYSIATRIST, PM&R PHYSICIAN

Dr. Lin is a Board Certified Physician specializing in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

He earned his medical degree from Marshall University located in Huntington, West Virginia. Following this, he completed his residency at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Additionally, he pursued fellowship training in sports medicine at the Michigan Sports and Spine Institute in Troy, Michigan.

Since beginning his medical career in Ohio in 2006, Dr. Lin has established his practice in Columbus. He has found fulfillment in both inpatient and outpatient environments, with a particular focus on sub-acute, transitional, and long-term care medicine. Dr. Lin possesses expertise in general rehabilitation and wound care within this specialty. He values the opportunity to connect with his patients and cherishes the relationships he has developed with them and various healthcare facilities.

In his personal life, Dr. Lin enjoys spending quality time with his family and playing guitar as part of the worship team at his church.

PHYSIATRIST, PM&R PHYSICIAN

Dr. Patel received his medical degree from Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Northwestern Medicine-Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital where he specialized in general physiatry.

Dedicated to the field of physiatry, Dr. Patel focuses on restoring function, improving quality of life, and helping patients to achieve their fullest potential through comprehensive rehabilitation and non-surgical treatments. Committed to a multidisciplinary team approach, Dr. Patel collaborates with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to provide holistic, patient-centered care. 

Dr. Patel strives to optimize recovery and overall well-being by diagnosing and managing musculoskeletal, neurological, and pain-related conditions. 

In his personal time, Dr. Patel enjoys cooking and spending quality time with his dog, Oakley, and his daughter.

Morgan Kremer is a Physician Assistant who earned her degree from Butler University in Indianapolis. She has a background in Endocrinology, where she honed her critical thinking abilities. Prior to this role, she served as a Certified Nursing Assistant in her hometown and is eager to reconnect with this patient demographic. Her primary objective is to maintain an exceptional bedside manner while enhancing patient outcomes with personalized care.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Morgan dedicates much of her leisure time to her one-year-old Golden Retriever, Teddy. They relish walks along the Monon Trail, socializing at dog parks, and exploring new dining options in the northern suburbs of Indianapolis.

Karen Perry is a Nurse Practitioner with 13 years of experience in the field. She has spent 8 years providing care in long-term care settings and 5 years specializing in addiction treatment. Karen earned her Master's degree from Ball State University. Her primary focus is on improving patient outcomes through the provision of efficient, compassionate, and personalized care tailored to each individual.

Karen aspires to take on a leadership role within the rehabilitation sector, where she aims to mentor her colleagues and advocate for ongoing enhancements in care delivery to maximize patient satisfaction and outcomes. An interesting fact about Karen is that she began her professional journey by delivering pizzas in San Francisco and experienced the significant earthquake there in 1989.

Leila Kirby is a Nurse Practitioner with a decade of nursing experience. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a specialization in Family Nursing. In her first year as a Nurse Practitioner, she primarily focused on Emergency Medicine, while also gaining experience in home health, wound care, and management within skilled rehabilitation settings. Leila continues to uphold advanced certifications, including PALS, ACLS, and TNCC.

Her objective is to achieve the highest level of proficiency in her current position. Additionally, Leila is eager to volunteer her services as a Nurse Practitioner to assist underserved populations both domestically and internationally. She graduated with High Honors from the University of St. Augustine has accumulated 15 years of experience in the healthcare field. During her college years, she worked as an extra on a popular ABC television series to supplement her income. Subsequently, she was employed at a Texas-based freestanding emergency room that featured a program on the Discovery Channel, which sparked her interest in production.

Kensie Waller is a Family Nurse Practitioner who holds degrees from both Murray State University and South University. Her primary area of expertise lies in geriatric care, having dedicated the last eight years to practicing in long-term care settings. Currently, Kensie serves as one of the directed rehabilitation service providers in subacute facilities, where she assists rehabilitation patients in enhancing their independence and improving their quality of life.

In her leisure time, Kensie enjoys running, cycling, reading, and spending time with her children, family, and friends.

Jennifer Barnes is a Nurse Practitioner with 28 years of professional experience, comprising 14 years as a nurse and 14 years as a nurse practitioner. She completed her education at Ivy Tech, where she obtained her Licensed Practical Nurse certification, followed by an Associate Degree in Nursing from Excelsior College, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Indianapolis, and a Master of Science in Nursing from Indiana Wesleyan University. She was a member of the National Honor Society of Nursing and has also worked as an Optometry Technician during her nursing education.

Her aspiration is to maintain optimal health for as long as possible and to remain committed to helping others. While she enjoys traveling, her favorite place to relax is her porch.

Kari serves as a Medical Assistant/Scribe for Directed Rehab Services. She obtained her medical assistant certification in 2003 from PCI and has over 15 years of experience working as a medical assistant and nail technician at the VA Medical Center in Indianapolis.

Kari is married and is the mother of two young men. She takes pleasure in spending quality time with her sons and their family dog. Additionally, she enjoys watching true crime shows and listening to podcasts while unwinding at home. An interesting fact about her is that she and her husband share the same birthday and were born in the same city, just a few miles and hours apart.