Jefferson Davis ECF welcomes Taytum Reid, DPT

We are excited to announce our new full-time Physical Therapist, Taytum Reid, DPT, who serves at Jefferson Davis Extended Care Facility, Jefferson Davis Outpatient Clinic, and Outpatient Rehabilitation Marion County.

Taytum received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from William Carey University and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Mississippi Medical Center. In addition, Taytum is LSVT BIG certified. She is especially interested in Orthopedics and Neurology.

Taytum lives in Carson, MS, and attends Sure Anchor Baptist Church. She says she has two amazing parents and one smart sister. Taytum has been away from home for three years at PT school. Being away made her realize how much she wanted to pursue a career in her hometown - saying, There is nothing more I would like than to serve the people I love so dearly. Her goal is to help these people meet their physical therapy needs. Taytum’s hobbies include reading, writing, traveling, kayaking, playing basketball, and spending time with her boyfriend, Jacob.

We are grateful to have Taytum join our Mid South therapy teams and confident she will be a tremendous asset to the community. Her expertise and dedication to enhancing the quality of our patients' lives will make a positive impact.

Azalea Gardens Welcomes Zachary Owens, PTA

We are happy to announce the hiring of our new full-time Physical Therapy Assistant, Zachary Owens, PTA. He serves at Azalea Gardens in Wiggins, MS.

Zachary received his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from The University of Southern Mississippi. He obtained his Associate in Applied Science Degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant from Pearl River Community College. Within this field of study, Zachary is especially interested in Biomechanics and Orthopedic Medicine.

Zachary has always had a passion for music. He loves to make people smile by radiating positivity that extends to those around him.

We are excited to welcome Zachary to our therapy team at Azalea Gardens. We are confident he is ready to take on the PT needs. We know his servant’s heart and optimism will uplift spirits, and we look forward to seeing his patients’ recovery journeys.

Mississippi State Hospital Welcomes Sierra Barnes, OTR/L

We are excited to introduce our new, full-time Occupational Therapist, Sierra Barnes, OTR/L. She serves at Mississippi State Hospital.

Sierra received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Jackson State University and her Doctor of Occupational Therapy from the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Within her field, she is especially interested in treating neurological conditions.

Sierra is from Utica and a member of St. John M.B. Church. She has a Rottweiler named LJ. She loves retail therapy and self-care (pampering).

We welcome Sierra to our Mid South therapy team at Mississippi State Hospital. We are excited about the many opportunities she will have to grow and advance in her new role. We know she will be instrumental in improving patients’ lives.