Staff

Meet our staff

Dr. Jerry Yarborough, PT, DPT, CEO

I am Dr. Jerry Yarborough. I've been doing physical therapy for 28 years and opened my first outpatient physical therapy clinic 20 years ago in 2002 in Jonesboro, LA.
I opened my 2nd clinic over 7 years ago in 2015 in Ruston, LA where I live with my sweet wife Angela. I opened my 3rd clinic last November 2021 in El Dorado.

I specialize in Vestibular and Balance rehab because in 2008 I had a personal experience with severe balance issues stimulated from an illness. I was destined to the nursing home but decided to trust my God and work really hard. Within a year I had recovered 95%. This experience sparked my interest to buy into the National franchise FYZICAL 6 years ago in 2015 because they too specialized in balance and vestibular programs.

In addition, we are the area of back pain experts, treating thousands of patients each year.

Angela and I have 8 children together. I spent the first half of my life growing up in Fort Worth Tx and moved to Ruston in 1995. I love mission work, especially in Africa and we have a small residential farm where we have goats, chickens, rabbits, dogs, birds, fish, and a cat. I love the Lord, my family, and my communities. It's my passion to impact our region to help people overcome their impairments and to LOVE THEIR LIFE.

Tara Howington, CFO

"My name is Tara Howington. I have been working with the Fyzical Team for nearly 4 years. I live in West Monroe, LA, with my husband. I love the New Orleans Saints, Disney, and Jesus, but not in that order! What I like most about working at Fyzical is helping people love their lives."

Christol Sterling, Office Manager

Hi, my name is Christol Sterling and I am the Office Manager. Prior to coming to work at Fyzical, I served as the Administrative Program Manager at Louisiana Tech University for 7 years and served as the Regional Coordinator for Volunteers of America NELA for over 14 years. I have been working with the Fyzical team for 3 months. A little about me...I am the mother of 2 teenagers who keep me busy. I am a Louisiana Tech Alumni, Go Dawgs! Some of the things I love are Jesus, my family, and serving others. It brings me joy to be able to play a part in helping our patients "Love their Life" here at Fyzical.

Angela Yarborough, COO

Hello, my name is Angela Yarborough. I am the COO at Fyzical Ruston/Jonesboro LA & El Dorado AR. I left my nursing career as an RN in 2017 to help my husband, Dr. Jerry Yarborough, build and grow our businesses to a new level. I love being a part of Fyzical. Our business model is so much more than "just getting people living life again". It goes deep into the heart of my life's passion. That passion is to help people truly LOVE the life that they are living. Fyzical enables us to help these people put this into action!

Lana Bullock, Fyzical Liaison

Hello! My name is Lana Bullock. As of mid-July, I am the new Fyzical Liaison. I will be providing the communities where Fyzical has clinics with information about the services Fyzical provides and how we can assist individuals with their health needs. Prior to coming to work at Fyzical, I have worked in non-profits for the last 5 years and still provide grant management for the Boys & Girls Clubs of North Louisiana. I am a proud mom of a 13-year-old son, Jackson who enjoys bass fishing and baseball. My hobbies include volunteering and spending time with family and friends. Currently, I volunteer with Goodwill Lunching, a group of women who promote literacy through free book fairs for students in Lincoln Parish schools, provide free books through book boxes at CCA & Mayfield Park and provide Christmas for over 25 families each year. Through the school year, I also enjoy planning and participating in fundraisers at my son’s school.

Jonathan Pye, I.T./Graphics/Internal Marketing

Hi, my name is Jonathan Pye, I handle I.T. Support, Graphic Design, and Internal Marketing. Prior to coming to work at Fyzical, I served as Assistant Digital Media Manager and Graphic Designer at KTVE10/KARD14 for 4 years, 5 months. I have been working with the Fyzical team for 1 year, 4 months

A little about myself: I am a collector of hobbies and enjoy anything to do with making food. I also enjoy spending time with my friends and family. I look forward to times I get to spend time outdoors and enjoy nature.

What I love most about working at Fyzical is getting to help spread awareness about balance therapy.

Jessica Clark, PT

My name is Jessica Clark. I am from Choudrant, Louisiana.
I enjoy eating, working in the yard, and cooking. I am a Physical Therapist at Fyzical Ruston. I have been serving as a PT for 5 years. Prior to coming to work at Fyzical, I served as a travel therapist for 4 years. What I like most about working at Fyzical are the people and the organization.

Rachel Atkins, PT

My name is Rachel Atkins. I'm from South Louisiana and have 3 children with my husband Tim. I enjoy camping, traveling, cooking, and baking. I am a Physical Therapist at Fyzical. Before Fyzical, I was a certified brain injury specialist in the DFW area and an adjunct faculty member at Texas Woman's University. What I like most about working at Fyzical is seeing patients find relief and healing.

Jessica Henry, Business Support Manager

Hi, my name is Jessica Henry and I am a business support manager. Prior to coming to work at Fyzical, I was a graduate student at Louisiana Tech University pursuing my master's in business administration. I have been working with the Fyzical team for four months. 

Outside of work, I enjoy watching college football and traveling. 

What I like most about working at Fyzical are the organizational values and the love we have for helping others.

Jennifer McCarthy, LOTR

Born and raised in upstate NY. Moved to Louisiana after graduating from Keuka College with a BS in OT. Have lived in Louisiana for 24 years. I have worked in various settings including Rehab hospital, LTAC, nursing home and have worked in home health for the past 16 years. I am the mom of 4 boys. I enjoy running, exercise and reading.   

Sandra Billingsly, PTA

I am a Physical Therapy Assistant with Fyzical. I have been working in the therapy field for 20 years. I have been working with the Fyzical Team for 3 years. I am from Bernice, Louisiana. I have been married for 47 years. I love to go horseback riding, work in the yard, and go camping. What I enjoy most about working for Fyzical is the family-like atmosphere.

Shana Bolyer, CCS Coordinator

My name is Shana. I am from Simsboro, Louisiana. I have two daughters, two step-sons, and a niece. I enjoy spending time with my family. I am the CCS Coordinator at Fyzical. Before coming to work at Fyzical, I had been in the medical field for 10 years. What I like most about working at Fyzical is the small family atmosphere.

Ashley Yarborough, Administrative Assistant

I am the administrative assistant with Fyzical. I am from Ft. Worth, Texas but have lived in Ruston, Louisiana for 26 years. I have 4 kids. What I like the most about working at Fyzical is the family-like atmosphere, patients and coworkers.

Nick Yarborough, PT Tech/ CCS

I am a PT Tech/ CCS with Fyzical. Prior to coming to work at Fyzical I served as a student with a major in Kinesiology. I was born in Texas but I have lived in Ruston, Louisiana for most of my life. My father is Dr. Jerry Yarborough. I enjoy going on bike trails, smoking meats/BBQ, and fishing. What I like most about working at Fyzical is the team, and the opportunity to help people.

Shilpi Jain, PT, DPT

I am a Physical Therapist with Fyzical. I have been working as a Physical Therapist for 4 years. I am from India, but I currently live in Ruston. I love my husband and I have a baby coming soon. What I like most about Fyzical is my co-workers and the workplace environment.