Our friendly, close-knit staff are part of what gives Bryan Physical Therapy its inviting and comforting atmosphere. Spend a few sessions in our clinic and it will not take long to realize, we truly care about providing you the best rehab experience possible.
Meet Our Staff
Ryan Crandall
Physical Therapist / Owner
Ryan is a graduate of Napoleon High School, earned his Bachelor’s of Science from BGSU, and finished his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the University of Toledo. Ryan currently lives in Napoleon with his wife Audrey and their four boys; Adam, Charlie, Nick, Jack, and their dog Jojo. Ryan is an avid runner and traveler, and appreciates time spent at Coldwater Lake.
Kevin McCann
Physical Therapist / Owner
Kevin is a graduate of Tinora High School and The University of Findlay, where he earned his physical therapy degree and was a four year football letterman. Kevin still lives in the Tinora school district with his wife Julie and their six kids; Ava, Lawson, Landree, Allie, and twins Levi and Lyndi. Kevin is an aficionado of all things sports, enjoys spending quality time with his family, and going on camping trips.
Kennedy Kroeckel
Physical Therapist
Kennedy is a graduate of Defiance High School and Trine University, where she earned her Doctorate of Physcial Therapy. Outside of the clinic, Kennedy can be found offering a helping hand coaching gymnastics. She spends much of her free time reading, staying active, and enjoying the outdoors with family and friends. Kennedy currently resides in her hometown of Defiance.
Sara Dishong
Physical Therapist
Sara is an alumni of Patrick Henry High School and The University of Findlay. Sara’s PT specialties and interests include dry needling training, treating orthopedic conditions, and LSVT BIG training for patients with Parkinson’s. She is also certified as a Functional Gait Specialist (FGS) and has completed both FGA1 and FGA2 with Gait Happens. Sara resides in Hamler with her husband Mike and 3 daughters Elliana, Isla, and Amelia. She enjoys watching her daughters play volleyball and getting away to the lake for family time. They also love their family pets, especially their two Great Danes and their Golden Doodle.
Esther Axle
Physical Therapist
Esther is a graduate of Hilltop High School, earned her Bachelor’s of Science from Ohio Northern University in athletic training, and received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Gannon University. Esther specializes in orthopaedics and pelvic health. She currently lives in Napoleon with her husband, four sons, and two dogs. She is an avid reader, enjoys traveling, and spending time outdoors.
Laura Weiland
Physical Therapist Assistant
Laura is a graduate of Ayersville High School and Owens Community College where she received her Associate’s degree in Applied Sciences. Laura’s special PT interests include her certification in LSVT BIG therapy for Parkinson’s patients. She also provides us with extensive experience treating a variety of orthopedic conditions. Outside of the clinic, Laura enjoys spending time with her loved ones, getting outdoors, and spoiling her three dogs. Laura currently resides in Napoleon with her husband Richard.
Kaitlin Williams
Physical Therapy Assistant
Kaitlin is a valedictorian graduate of Bryan High School and furthered her education at Owens Community College where she obtained her Associate’s Degree of Applied Science as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Kaitlin provides extensive knowledge treating a variety of orthopedic conditions. When not treating patients, she enjoys spending time with her high school sweetheart husband, Tiler, their two daughters, McKenna and Allie, and their chocolate lab, Venna. Family time is spent enjoying the outdoors, camping and hunting. Kaitlin resides with her family in Pioneer, Ohio.
Katie Pickering
Physical Therapy Aide
Katie is a graduate of Tinora High School and the University of Cincinnati, where she majored in Sports Administration with a minor in Business. Katie plays a key roll in our clinic, managing the front desk, fielding phone calls, scheduling patients, and pretty much helping wherever we need her. Outside of BPT, Katie stays active in her summer golf league and plays volleyball year round. In the summers, you might also find Katie helping with the lawn care at St. Mike’s church. Katie is an avid sports fan, particularly the Buckeyes, Cincinnati Bearcats, and Detroit Tigers. She currently resides in Defiance with her husband and son.