Beth Whitehead

Education Qualifications

  • Master of Public Health, 1980
    • The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
  • Bachelor of Science, in Physical Therapy, 1972
    • The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
  • Bachelor of Science in Biology, Physical Education, Psychology, 1969
    • Judson College, Marion, Alabama

​Memberships: American Physical Therapy Association Member (Private Practice, Orthopaedic, and Research Sections) U.S. Chamber of Commerce, The Physical Therapy Learning Institute, and Grove Hill Memorial Hospital Board of Directors.

​“When I was young, my father had a back problem, and the chiropractor came to the house to work on him. I watched everything he did and tried to help. When I learned about physical therapy, I knew it was my calling. It combines helping people with movement problems, physical education and psychology. When my mother suffered a heart attack and died a few years later, I became profoundly interested in PREVENTION.

The framework of our practice and its expansion has been based on the U.S. Public Health initiatives: Healthy People 2010 and Healthy Communities, together with the Surgeon General’s warning about physical activity. Not only do these initiatives guide our interaction with each individual client/patient, but they guide our efforts at the community level. A healthy community involves economics, education, government, policy development, infrastructure and above all leadership. We have made progress as a region in organizing ourselves to address problems and I am very optimistic about our future in Alabama and surrounding areas.”

Debbie Powell

Education Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, Summa Cum Laude, 1979
    • The University of South Alabama, Mobile, AL
  • Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist, 2005
  • Certified in Dry Needling
  • American Physical Therapy Association Member

Experienced in Outpatient Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine, Functional Manual Therapy, Acute Pain Management, Sports and Work-Related Injuries.

“I have always been physically active. In elementary school, I participated in the President’s Physical Fitness program and won awards. I was intrigued by the human body and it’s abilities. Also, I have always enjoyed working with people and helping people. Helping others is truly rewarding for me. So I knew physical therapy was the right profession for me.

For over 37 years, I’ve been involved directly in helping others as a physical therapist. Today, I am challenged to help develop other therapists to be the best they can be at caring for others and leading teams of physical therapists. I love the prospect of helping people from all walks of life to recover and return to their favorite activities and their lives. That is the greatest award.”

Johnnie Burnett

Education Qualifications

  • Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT), 2010
    • Alabama State University, Montgomery, AL
  • Masters in Physical Therapy, 1998
    • The University of Mobile, Mobile, AL
  • Bachelor of Science in Biology, 1994
    • The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
  • Certified in Dry Needling
  • American Physical Therapy Association member

Johnnie started practicing physical therapy in 1998 and has continued to pursue knowledge and training in the identification, management, and prevention of movement-related conditions. He has always taken an active interest in learning and understanding how to better care for his patients. His 17 years of practice and continued learning have given him many tools and a much clearer understanding of how our movement system works.

As a result, he is truly blessed to be able to make a difference in the lives of his patients by helping them remove barriers to optimal movement, restore lost function, achieve better overall health, and improve their quality of life.

Jean Weatherly

Location: HealthActions – Jackson

Education Qualifications

  • Business Administration,1991, K2 Corporation Inc.
  • Horizons Computer Technology and Application, 1993

Jean Weatherly has served as HealthActions Human Resources Director and Administrative Office Manager for the past ten years. Jean joined the team bringing twenty years of policy, licensure, and recognition.

“It is my goal to ensure that all staff has the training and knowledge they need to be successful. At HealthActions, we strive to create an environment that promotes professionalism, creativity, and fulfillment. I want to be an intricate part of our day-to-day process, enabling us to meet our personal and professional goals. It is my responsibility to handle employee needs such as benefits, compliance, policy, licensure, and recognition. I feel truly blessed to have such great relationships with all team members at HealthActions.”

Jodi Phillips

Education Qualifications

  • AAS: Physical Therapist Assistant, 2005
    • Wallace State Community College, Dothan, AL
  • LSSGB, 2022
  • BSHCM, 2022
  • MSHQS, 2023
    • University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
  • American Physical Therapy Association Member
  • APTA Board of Directors, AL Chapter

Experienced in orthopedics, sports injuries and rehabilitation, and post-operative rehabilitation.

Jodi is dedicated to providing a healthcare environment that delivers the highest quality of care while also remaining safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable.

Jodi enjoys traveling with her family, spending time at the beach, and attending her kids’ volleyball and basketball games.