With 27 years of dedicated service to Rehab Partners, Amanda Baldwin's journey is a true reflection of commitment, growth, and leadership. She began her career as a Physical Therapy Technician, gaining invaluable hands-on experience working directly with patients before transitioning to the front office after four years. From the very beginning, Amanda embraced every opportunity to learn, serve, and lead.
Over the years, she has worn many hats within the practice, growing alongside the clinic through every season. Her strong organizational skills and natural leadership led her to serve as Front Office Manager for 12 years, during which she oversaw daily operations and enhanced the patient experience. For the past seven years, Amanda has proudly served as Practice Manager, leading clinic operations while continuing to support both staff and patients with the same dedication that has defined her career.
Amanda is truly a cornerstone of this practice. She has been a part of every milestone, celebrating successes and standing firm through challenges with the Rehab Partners family. Through both heartbreak and celebration, she has remained a steady and trusted presence. It is often said that Amanda knows what Drake is thinking before he even voices it, a testament to the deep trust, shared vision, and partnership built over decades of working side by side. She not only understands what needs to be done, but the heart and purpose behind every action.
A 1992 graduate of Sylvania High School, Amanda values community and connection. She has been married to her husband, Dewaun Baldwin, for 20 years. Outside of work, she enjoys attending church and spending quality time with her family and friends. Most of all, she treasures her role as "NanaBelle" to her 10 grandchildren, who absolutely adore her and are the greatest joy of her life.
Michelle graduated from Jacksonville State University in 1992 with a degree in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Development. She has taught in a variety of educational settings from pre-k through 4th grade.
From 2010-2017, Michelle served as Director of Children’s Ministries at Fort Payne First Methodist, where she continued her passion for supporting children and families.
Michelle later served as Program Coordinator for The Gathering Place, operating under the umbrella of The Children’s Advocacy Center. She built the supervised visitation program, following best practice guidelines established by The Supervised Visitation Network. In addition to overseeing supervised visitation services, Michelle developed and taught group parenting classes designed to strengthen families, promote healthy parent-child relationships, and provide education and support in challenging family situations. The Gathering Place remains in operation in DeKalb County today and is one of only a few supervised visitation centers in the state of Alabama. The program has earned an outstanding reputation among social service agencies, law enforcement, attorneys, foster families, and families in crisis. This work remains one of the accomplishments she holds closest to her heart and is something she is most proud of.
After her husband, Drake, purchased the practice and began to expand, Michelle came on board with him to provide operational leadership. She plays a key role in daily operations, including website design, implementing policies and procedures, and ensuring team members have what they need to succeed.
Michelle and Drake are very proud of their family: Cole (28), who is married to Karstin (27), and Lennon (22). Michelle is incredibly proud of the life Cole and Karstin are building together in Huntsville and treasures the time spent traveling as a family to watch Lennon compete as a pole vaulter for the Jacksonville State University Track and Field team. Family is deeply important to Michelle.
Outside of work, Michelle enjoys antiquing and creating a warm, welcoming home environment for her family and friends. She is the devoted owner of a very famous Bernadoodle named Gravy, whom she happily treats like one of her children.
Angela Cowart has been a valued member of our team since 2004. Over the years, she has worn many hats within our administrative staff and has served in several important roles at Rehab Partners. Angela currently works as our Data Specialist and oversees our medical records management. If you have been a patient at Rehab Partners, chances are you have already been greeteed by her familiar, friendly face.
Angela is most proud of her adult son, Queston, who served in the Navy and has gone on to build a successful life.
One of Angela's guilty pleasures is participating in local online auctions. She also enjoys spending time with her sister and close friends.
Outside of work, Angela loves reading, has a deep appreciation for good music, and enjoys spending summers at the lake with her devoted husband, Brent. Angela considers being a part of the Rehab Partners family a tremendous blessing in her life.
Addison Sullivan serves as the Insurance Authorization Specialist for the entire practice. She has been a valued member of the team since August 2024. In her role, Addison takes great pride in ensuring that each patient's journey into care begins smoothly and without unnecessary obstacles. She manages insurance authorizations with accuracy and efficiency, working diligently behind the scenes to prevent delays. By collaborating closely with insurance providers, patients, and clinical staff, she helps keep daily operations running seamlessly while creating a positive experience for all.
Outside of her professional life, Addison enjoys hiking, music, painting, and traveling. Her days are often filled with meaningful moments spent alongside her fiancé and their close friends. She and her fiancé are joyfully preparing for their wedding in the fall of 2026 while also working to build their very first home and establish a strong foundation for their life together.
Addison considers her time at Rehab Partners a true blessing. She is deeply grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a supportive team and trusts that this season of her life is unfolding according to God's perfect plan
We are proud to have Shae as part of our administrative staff at Rehab Partners. We first met Shae during her internship at Rehab Partners as part of her Bachelor's degree in Health Care Management. It did not take long to recognize that she had what it takes to be part of our team. Her professionalism, initiative, and natural ability to connect with people immediately stood out.
Shae's educational background has given her a strong foundation in healthcare operations, patient communication, and administrative excellence. She plays a vital role in supporting our front desk operations while helping create a seamless, positive experience for every patient who walks through our doors.
Shae truly embodies our commitment to professionalism, empathy, and patient-centered service. As the first friendly face patients see, she sets the tone for each visit, assisting with scheduling, answering questions, and ensuring every individual feels heard and cared for.
Outside of work, Shae enjoys watching Alabama football and cheering on the Tide. She loves spending time outdoors riding jet skis on the lake. Shae values quality time with her family and creating memories. Some of her favorite moments are gathered around the table, enjoying Nana's famous home-cooked meals, made with love, tradition, and just the right touch of comfort.
Mary Grace is a 2018 homeschool graduate. She serves as a patient Care Coordiantor at Rehab Partners in Fort Payne and is often the bright, welcoming face patients see the moment they walk through the door.
Mary Grace is passionate about creating a warm and inviting environment while skillfully coordinating care, managing appointments, and ensuring each patient experiences a smooth, supportive rehabilitation journey. Her attention to detail and genuine kindness help set the tone for the exceptional care Rehab Partners is known for.
Outside the clinic, Mary Grace enjoys being actively involved in her church and participating in mission work. She loves what she calls "Crafty Grandma" activities, spending time around children, hiking, traveling, and making memories with her family.
Mary Grace considers it a true blessing to be part of the Rehab Partners team, which feels more like family than coworkers. She believes God's timing is always perfect and is deeply grateful He led her to this place in this meaningful season of her life.