Clinic Staff:
Jim McLean, DPT, PT, CSCS
Jim received his Bachelors of Physical Therapy Degree from the University of Montana in 1990. He got his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Rocky Mountain University of Health Science Professions in 2006. He also has an advanced certification as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Jim has 18+ years of experience in orthopedic physical therapy, and works hard to stay current in his field. Jim regularly gets over 100 hours of continuing education a year (the law requires ten). Jim opened Frenchtown Physical Therapy in 1996. He is actively involved in the Montana Physical Therapy Association, and has been an officer for over 6 years.
Kate Skinner, PT, DPT
Kate received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Montana in 2005. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Physiology with a minor in nutritional science from Montana State University. Kate is certified by the American College of Sport Medicine as a Health Fitness Instructor. She has advanced training in the Primal Reflex Release Technique. She has a special interest in orthopedic and sports injuries. She was raised in the Bitterroot valley, and graduated from Corvallis High School.
Bess Markle, PT, MS
Bess joined Frenchtown Physical Therapy in May 2007 after completing her three-year Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the University of Montana. She received a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in 2003 in Health and Human Performance - Exercise Science. Bess has already completed advanced training on the Mulligan Manual Therapy techniques, and lymphedema. She is a certified specialist in Manual Lymph Drainage and Complete Decongestive Therapy by the Academy of Lymphatic Studies. Bess enjoys all aspects of outpatient physical therapy and enjoys being part of the Frenchtown Physical Therapy family.
