Photo caption: Jesse Schulz, PT, (center), an SSM Health Ripon Community Hospital physical therapist, receives a BEE Award from Barb Schmitt PT, DPT, Therapy Services supervisor (left) and Zach Pitz, Musculoskeletal & Rehab Services director.
Jesse Schulz, PT, DPT, an SSM Health Ripon Community Hospital physical therapist, has been named the newest recipient of the BEE (Be Exceptional Everyday) Award.
Schulz was recognized by a patient who shared her recent experience with him noting how well he explains things, includes her in the treatment plan, and makes her feel comfortable attending therapy. He also continues to promote Therapy Services and has been instrumental in starting the Men’s Pelvic Health program at Ripon Community Hospital. Men’s Health – a relatively new specialty area of physical therapy and occupational therapy – centers around improving function of the muscles of the pelvis. This can help with pain, mechanical function of the hips, pelvis and low back, and sexual function. Treatments may consist of strengthening, stretching, relaxing, and possible manual releases to the muscles that are in and surrounding the pelvis. The therapy team works with each patient and their primary care provider to develop a treatment plan specifically for that patient. The BEE Award is specifically designed to recognize non-nursing staff members who demonstrate great teamwork and communication skills, collaboration, professionalism, exemplary service, and a commitment to excellence.
