Madison, AL - Hughes Rd - our physical therapy clinic in Madison, AL, conveniently located on Hughes Road, will continue to serve our patients in that area. It has plenty of dedicated parking right in front of the facility. The clinic has a wide open gym area with the latest physical therapy equipment.
My name is Hayley Abell. I have just moved from Columbus, GA, where I was born and raised. I graduated from the University of Georgia with a B.S. in Exercise and Sports Science and Georgia Southern University with my Doctorate in Physical Therapy. I specialize in pelvic floor rehabilitation and orthopedics/ sports medicine. I am also dry needling certified.
New to the Huntsville area, I am excited to explore all the things. I enjoy CrossFit, cooking, and spending time outdoors. You'll find me watching Georgia football on Saturdays in the fall (Go Dawgs!). I geek out on Harry Potter and Game of Thrones, and I can't wait for hiking and camping with my dog, Remi.
My passion is women's health. I'm adamant that you deserve the best care, and I look forward to being with you every step of the way. I want to use what I know to help you perform at your best. Let's get to work!
Brent Congo
Clinic Director, Physical Therapist
Brent Congo, from Athens, AL, joined the Johnson & Hayes team in 2003 because of the excellent camaraderie among staff and the ample time he was able to spend with his patients. Growing up, he had an interest in science and anatomy. As he studied he became fascinated with how the human body heals or, in many cases, does not heal properly. Physical therapy afforded Brent a career where he can have a positive influence in the body’s healing process. He loves being able to provide education and hands-on treatment to patients so that they can understand how to take care of their own bodies properly to prevent injury and to promote good health.
Brent received his Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of Alabama – Birmingham, a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Alabama – Birmingham, and a Manual Therapy certification from the University of St. Augustine. He is a certified specialist in orthopedic physical therapy through the ABPTS. Brent is also a certified dry needling practitioner. In his spare time, Brent enjoys boating, reading, coaching baseball and basketball and being active in his church. Professionally, he enjoys neck, shoulder and back rehabilitation.
Hunter Dreaden
Physical Therapist
Hunter grew up in Muscle Shoals, AL and joined the Johnson & Hayes team in July 2021. He went to Huntingdon College for his undergraduate education, where he played baseball and received his Bachelors in Athletic Training. Hunter worked as an athletic trainer and physical therapy tech for a year in Montgomery, where he discovered a passion for helping patients return to their normal activities after sustaining an injury. He went to Alabama State University where he received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy and met his wife Katlynne, who is also at physical therapist. In his free time, he loves to duck hunt, play golf, and hang out with his wife.
Allison Lindsey
Physical Therapist
Allison Lindsey, from Memphis, TN, joined the Johnson & Hayes team in 2013, after working with them as a student in 2010. She was interested in returning to work at Johnson & Hayes because she realized everyone on the team was a great group of people who loved that they did, and that they were able to really make a difference in the lives of their clients. She knew this was the profession for her because she wanted to help improve other’s quality of life. Allison received her Bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State University and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. In her spare time, Allison loves good food, biking and helping educate people on ways to make their life better.
Emily Shadoan
Physical Therapist
Emily grew up in Madison, AL and joined the Johnson & Hayes team in January 2021. She played tennis in high school and has always had an interest in learning how to help people continue to do the activities they love. She went to Auburn University for her Undergraduate degree in Exercise Science with a minor in Psychology. She then moved to Birmingham, Alabama and received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from The University of Alabama-Birmingham. Emily had a clinical rotation at J&H in Madison in the Summer of 2020 and enjoyed working with the staff and patients so much that she accepted a position to join the team as an orthopedic therapist. In her spare time she loves to tackle a new cooking/baking project, walk her rescue dog Harvey, upgrade her home coffee setup, and spend time with her friends and family.
Karen Strickland
Business Development, Alabama
Karen Strickland is a Huntsville native and joined Johnson & Hayes in 2015 as Marketing Director. Karen attended the University of Alabama and the University of North Alabama where she played scholarship tennis. She graduated with a Bachelor's degree in both Marketing and Finance.
Karen enjoys spending time with her husband and their two daughters and their husbands. She also continues to enjoy competitive tennis locally and traveling to tournaments, beach trips with friends and involvement with her church at Church of the Highlands.
