Meet the Team
At Redbud Health Services, we take pride in being a small business that provides personalized care to each and every patient we see. Get to know our team of expert physical therapists and wellness professionals who are dedicated to helping you recover and achieve your goals.
Owner, Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Jeffrey Oliveira PT, DPT
Dr.Oliveira is the owner of Redbud Health Services. Having undergone physical therapy himself for multiple different sport injuries, he understands first hand the challenges patients face when recovering from injuries and the importance of proper rehabilitation. Specializing in sports injury rehabilitation and prevention, he has worked with athletes of all levels, helping them recover from injuries and improve their performance. Driven by a passion for helping others, Jeff is committed to staying current with the latest research and techniques in sports physical therapy. He is dedicated to providing the highest quality care to his patients, empowering them to achieve their goals that only a small business can offer.
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Erica Bradfield PT,DPT
Erica was born and raised in Nashville, TN attending her undergraduate studies in Chattanooga. Here, she received her degree in Allied Health. She continued her education at Andrews University in Berrien Springs, MI. It was here that she received her doctorate in physical therapy in 2012. Erica spent the beginning of her career in outpatient orthopedics and continues to treat this population. Once she had children of her own, she began her studies and training in pelvic health through the APTA. She is currently in a mentorship program to further her training with a special interest in the prenatal and postpartum population. For fun she enjoys gardening and spending time on the lake with her family.
Physical Therapy Assistant
Kari Mitchell-Coplen PTA, CPT
Kari was born and raised in Buchanan. She has been a Physical Therapist Assistant since 2012 and has a passion for sports medicine. The most rewarding part of her job is helping clients progress and see them ultimately reach their goals. Kari loves helping people whether it’s in the therapy world, or the fitness world.
Kari also provides personal and Pilates Refromer training. She has been a group fitness instructor since 2006 teaching step aerobics, synergy, kickboxing, group cycling, pump, and her all time favorite, bootcamp. During her spare time she enjoys bike riding, running, playing pickleball, and walking her dog.
Administrative Assistant
Emily Lakin
Emily Lakin is a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant dedicated to providing exceptional patient support. She is passionate about helping patients regain function and improve their quality of life by facilitating seamless coordination between providers, insurance, and rehabilitation services.She also plays a vital role in coordinating blood drives at Redbud Fitness every 56 days, facilitating lifesaving donations that enhance community health and wellness.
Beyond her professional dedication, Emily enjoys kayaking, birdwatching, hiking, biking, and crafting, embracing both creativity and the outdoors as essential aspects of her active lifestyle.