Mid South Rehab Services, Inc.

Mid South Rehab Services, Inc. Mid South Rehab Services, Inc. specializes in the provision of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy. Why should you partner with Mid South?

Mid South Rehab Services is a therapy company with strategic partnerships in Alabama, Arkansas, Tennessee, and our home state of Mississippi. We provide physical, occupational, and speech therapists to a variety of healthcare facilities. Our therapists specialize in audiology, therapist placement services, Alzheimer’s care, transitional care management, and rehabilitation management contract services. Mid South’s network of strategic partners consists of acute and sub-acute rehabilitation services. Our passion for reimagining and reinventing therapy programs is unmatched. We love to transform and improve the already existing therapy departments of our partners, and we thrive in building therapy programs. As much as we love building therapy programs, we love investing in them along the way. We continually diversify our partners’ therapy programs, making them more robust and comprehensive. We value continuing education and investing in therapists individually, which has always proved to create a more specialized, dynamic therapy program. With our comprehensive scope of programs, your therapy program can transform into a smoother, more effective, value-driven asset to your facility. Are you interested in learning more? Visit https://www.midsouthrehabservices.com/
We welcome new Employee Partners to our team of PTs, OTs, SLPs, PTAs, and COTAs.

Meet Debbie Cochran, Office Manager at Greenbriar Nursing Center, Azalea Gardens Nursing Center, and The Homestead! Happ...
04/10/2026

Meet Debbie Cochran, Office Manager at Greenbriar Nursing Center, Azalea Gardens Nursing Center, and The Homestead! Happy , Debbie!

🎓 Where did you receive your education?

I have an Associate Degree in Business Management, and I am a Certified Medical Coder and Billing Specialist.

❓What is your work experience?

I have over 25 years of experience in medical coding and billing as well as office management in healthcare settings. I also have experience also as a Rehab Tech.

🏥 What do you enjoy about working in the healthcare field?

I love serving our patients. Everyday is a new experience. Working in a nursing home, you form a bond and relationship with your patients and the residents. They become family.

🙏 Do you have any mentors or people you would like to thank or credit for your career?

I would have to list my Regional Clinical Director, Felicia Murrah; DOR's Annie Gomila and Anna Satcher; Karen Leflore, and my therapy team for always being encouraging, showing appreciation and recognition, and helping me grow in my career with Mid South.

🤣 What do you think is often misunderstood about therapy?

When you tell a patient you are evaluating them for speech therapy, they tell you, "There is nothing wrong with the way I talk!” For occupational therapy, patients tell you they are retired and don't work anymore.... LOL!

📖 Do you have a special quote, verse, or mantra you live or work by?

Always do the right thing even if no one is watching.

💙 What’s something you appreciate about working for Mid South Rehab Services?

I absolutely love the team I work with, at all locations. I am grateful to work for a company built on God, faith, and strong Christian values.

🥰 What would you like to share about your personal life?

I am the Rehab Office Manager as well as Rehab Tech for Greenbriar Nursing Center, The Homestead, and Azalea Gardens Nursing Center. I have been with Mid South for a little over 5 years. I work with the best team of therapists and the best DOR's, Annie Gomila and Anna Satcher. My Regional Clinical Director, Felicia Murrah, is awesome! I am so thankful for everyone! I am humbled and thankful to have been selected to represent our region for Administrative Professionals Month.

Meet Ashley Sheppard, OT at Pearl River County Nursing Home. Happy , Ashley!🎓 Where did you receive your education? I g...
04/08/2026

Meet Ashley Sheppard, OT at Pearl River County Nursing Home. Happy , Ashley!

🎓 Where did you receive your education?

I graduated from Poplarville High School and continued my studies at Copiah-Lincoln Community College. I received my Master’s in Occupational Therapy from the University of Mississippi Medical Center.

❓ What made you choose occupational therapy as your career path?

My interest in occupational therapy started when I was in high school. I witnessed how OT could transform a person's ability to function and live independently and saw the meaningful impact I could have on a person's life. Helping others through their most difficult times has had a lasting impact on me.

🙏 Do you have any mentors or people you’d like to thank for your career experience?

First, I would like to thank my Mama. Her love, encouragement, and support throughout the years have gotten me where I am today. I am also deeply grateful for my mentor and first director, Brenda Cain, whose support made a lasting impact on my life. During some of my hardest moments--including the loss of my dad and transitioning into my professional role--she consistently provided encouragement, leadership, and guidance. I am forever grateful for her and will never forget where I started and the impact she made on me.

✅ Do you have any certifications or areas of focus in your work?

My area of focus during my career is geriatrics with a focus on providing specialized care to the aging population.

🗣 What’s something you find yourself saying often to your patients?

I like to keep sessions lighthearted and engaging, often joking with patients by asking, "Are you praying or sleeping?" when they nod off.

🙃 What do you think is often misunderstood about occupational therapy?

A common misunderstanding about occupational therapy is that it is the same as physical therapy. In most of my career, people referred to us as PTs, but occupational therapy actually focuses on helping individuals regain independence in daily activities and meaningful tasks, not just physical movement.

💙 What do you appreciate about working for Mid South Rehab Services?

In my 18 years, Mid South is the best rehab company I have ever worked for. It's a close-knit, Christian based organization that provides constant support and understanding. I always feel confident that if I need anything, they are ready to help!

🥰 What would you like to share about your personal life?

I have been married to my husband Mickey for 14 years, and we have two amazing children, Blaine and Bella. We share our home with two cats Binx and Millie. We stay busy with softball and other sports. We are passionate about LSU and try to attend any of the games whenever we have free time. Originally from Louisiana, I frequently travel back to visit my family, who still live there.

🌱 More about Ashley: I often remind students that no matter how long you've been out of school, being open to learning and growth is essential. This mindset is what helps make a good occupational therapist.

Wedding bells are ringing 🔔Michelle Bush, PTA at Covington County Hospital was celebrated by therapy and hospital staff ...
04/07/2026

Wedding bells are ringing 🔔

Michelle Bush, PTA at Covington County Hospital was celebrated by therapy and hospital staff with a surprise wedding shower! Everybody pitched in to prepare a table full of food and gifts. Congratulations, Michelle! Wishing you and your groom a perfect wedding day 💙

Meet Frotasha Buxton, OT at Magee General Hospital! Happy , Frotasha!🎓Where did you receive your education? I graduated...
04/06/2026

Meet Frotasha Buxton, OT at Magee General Hospital! Happy , Frotasha!

🎓Where did you receive your education?

I graduated from Heidelberg High School in 2007 as Salutatorian of my high school class. In 2011, I graduated from The University of Southern Mississippi with a B. S. in Biological Sciences. In 2014, I graduated from Alabama State University with an M. S. in Occupational Therapy.

❓What made you choose occupational therapy as your career path?

Growing up with a mom for a nurse and plenty of medical professionals in my family, I knew I wanted to do something in the medical field. In my sophomore year of high school, my allied health teacher introduced me to the world of occupational therapy, and the rest is history!

🙏 Do you have any mentors or people you’d like to thank for your career experience?

I'd first like to thank God because, without Him, I wouldn't even be here, and because He so graciously allows me to do what I love every day. Secondly, I'd like to thank my parents, Bobby and Helen Buxton, for always encouraging me, loving me, and letting me know I could do and be anything I imagined. I'd also like to thank my former clinical instructor, Glenda Campbell, not only for being a wonderful representation of an occupational therapist, but for showing me how to incorporate my faith into my profession. To all of my teachers, from elementary through grad school, and to all the colleagues I've bonded with along the way, thank you.

🗣 What’s something you find yourself saying often to your patients?

"This is No Fall Friday!"

😯 What do you think is often misunderstood about occupational therapy?

People still think occupational therapists help them find jobs. Although we most certainly can, I like to say we put the "fun" functionality, and we add color to one's quality of life.

💙 What do you appreciate about working for Mid South Rehab Services?

I love that Mid South is a faith-based organization. Here, I feel encouraged and free to share my faith as well as my professional expertise.

🥰 What would you like to share about your personal life?

I am the PROUD auntie of a 12-year-old nephew, an 8-year-old niece, and a 4-year-old niece as well. I love you Ellis, Eden, and Emori!

🌼 More about Frotasha: Besides being an OT, I am very active in my church. I serve in the choir and as a youth leader at New Covenant Baptist Church in Hattiesburg, MS, teaching 2-12 year olds the joy of knowing and loving God. I also have my own business, Frotastic Floral Creations, LLC, where I make custom, artificial floral arrangements, and gifts.

🐣🐰 The Easter bunny hopped by Perry County Hospital's Therapy Department yesterday for their Easter Egg Hunt and to take...
04/03/2026

🐣🐰 The Easter bunny hopped by Perry County Hospital's Therapy Department yesterday for their Easter Egg Hunt and to take a picture with Shannon Pulliam, PTA/DOR and Ruth Carnahan, Office Manager.

to Sprint to Health 5k Races of the past 🏃🏃🏾‍♀️We love a good walk down memory lane! If you haven't already, don't for...
04/03/2026

to Sprint to Health 5k Races of the past 🏃🏃🏾‍♀️

We love a good walk down memory lane! If you haven't already, don't forget to register for the 2026 Sprint to Health 5k Run & Walk on Saturday, May 9th in Downtown Grenada. We're excited to spend time with our partners at UMMC Grenada and their amazing therapy team. It's going to be a wonderful day to come together and raise funds for the UMMC Grenada Patient Needs Fund!

Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/MS/Grenada/SprintToHealth5KRace

All jokes aside—did you know April is both Occupational Therapy Month AND Administrative Professionals Month? It's a spe...
04/01/2026

All jokes aside—did you know April is both Occupational Therapy Month AND Administrative Professionals Month? It's a special time at Mid South for sure!

Our occupational therapists and occupational therapist assistants provide exceptional care in a variety of healthcare settings. Their care and passion in helping patients get back to doing what they love is truly inspiring!

Our office managers truly run the show at times! They juggle so responsibilities, interacting with patients, scheduling appointments, and, ultimately, keeping even our busiest therapy departments on track!

Over the next few weeks, we will be introducing you to and showing our appreciation for a few faces that represent hundreds of OTs, COTAs, and Office Managers that make Mid South shine!

It was so exciting to cut the ribbon and welcome our friends and partners to visit the new outpatient rehabilitation cli...
03/27/2026

It was so exciting to cut the ribbon and welcome our friends and partners to visit the new outpatient rehabilitation clinic at Northwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center! Residents of the area can enjoy comprehensive therapy services--physical, occupational, and speech--in this spacious, newly-renovated space. Our fantastic team of therapists are so warm and knowledgeable. We know the community is going to benefit from their exceptional care.

Special thanks to:
💚 Our dear friends and partners at Northwest Mississippi Medical Center
🏫 Mayor Orlando W. Paden
✅ Crossroads Economic Partnership
🍴Shaharri Hawkins
🍰 A dear friend of Mid South
🎉 Our sweet therapy staff: Congratulations! We are so proud of YOU!

For more information about receiving therapy services at Northwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center in Clarksdale, please call 662-624-3537.

Congratulations to Alex Brown, COTA at Shearer Richardson Memorial Nursing Home for being recognized as Employee of the ...
03/26/2026

Congratulations to Alex Brown, COTA at Shearer Richardson Memorial Nursing Home for being recognized as Employee of the Quarter for her region! We are so thankful for and proud of Alex. She is an amazing therapist and teammate. She goes above and beyond for her patients, team, and the facility. Congrats, Alex!

We're so LUCKY to have these fun therapy teams! 💚 They're bringing a lot of smiles to patients facing their healing jour...
03/18/2026

We're so LUCKY to have these fun therapy teams! 💚 They're bringing a lot of smiles to patients facing their healing journeys. Happy St. Patrick's Day from Mid South!

We're wishing a BIG congratulations to our Vice President of Compliance & HIM, Charlean Williams, as she has officially ...
03/16/2026

We're wishing a BIG congratulations to our Vice President of Compliance & HIM, Charlean Williams, as she has officially earned her RHIA credential! ✅

The Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) board exam is a certification test administered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) for professionals who manage patient health information, data analytics, and healthcare compliance. It validates proficiency in managing electronic health records (EHR), healthcare laws, and information governance.

Charlean graduated with her Master’s in Health Information Management from University Medical Center in December of 2025. We're so proud of her constant work to continue her education, and we're so thankful to have had her on our team for 21 years! Please join us in congratulating Charlean, and enjoy this trip down memory lane 💙

We're less than 2 months away from a very special day! 💙 Join us on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in downtown Grenada as we hos...
03/15/2026

We're less than 2 months away from a very special day! 💙

Join us on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in downtown Grenada as we host the annual Sprint to Health 5K. Run or walk with us in support of our strategic partner, UMMC Grenada. Proceeds from the race benefit UMMC Grenada's Patient Needs Fund. Every dollar stays in Grenada, benefiting patients and their families in their time of need.

If you haven't already, sign up today: https://runsignup.com/Race/MS/Grenada/SprintToHealth5KRace

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599 C Steed Road
Ridgeland, MS
39157

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Wednesday 8am - 5pm
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