Staff

The Crew who actually make physical therapy at Southshore Physical Therapy FUN.

Lee Couret

• Physical therapist, and owner of Southshore Physical Therapy,
  
• Lee received his Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Louisiana State University Medical Center and his undergraduate degree from the University of New Orleans.
  
• Lee is currently the physical therapist for the University of New Orleans Privateers and a local triathlon team, the Swamp Dawg Multisport Team.
  
• Lee has published articles in scientific journals, including Pain and Brain Research.
• He understands what it takes to return his patients to the peak of their game—he is a certified USA Cycling Coach.
  
• Certified USA Triathlon Coach, and has competed in and finished many triathlons, including the Ironman Triathlon.
  
• Lee has worked with patients of all ages and on every level of competition, and he understands how important the supervision of their treatment is to getting them well.
  
• Lee’s commitment to making a positive impact in people’s lives and their successful physical therapy outcomes, and his relentless commitment to making the whole process fun, sets him apart from other therapists.

Gabrielle Cusimano

• Director of physical therapy at Southshore,
  
• Gabrielle received her Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center and her undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University.
  
• With undergraduate experience in kinesiology and biomechanics, Gabrielle is our resident expert in gait analysis and body mechanics.
  
• She adheres to the highest ethical standards and focuses her continuing professional development according to the latest research in physical therapy. These attributes help guide Gabrielle’s hands-on treatment approach.
  
• Gabrielle’s commitment to her patients is a reflection of her attentive personality.