Performing Arts Medical Team

Are you playing with an injury? Don't wait to get it checked out!

Text (513) 643-8921 with your name, program, and a quick summary of what's up. We can get you in to see a performing arts therapist.

The Team's Goal: Keep musicians, dancers, and performers playing, moving, and performing at their best. It's all about injury prevention, maintenance, and getting back to 100%.

Meet the Specialists

Non-Operative Sports Medicine & Musculoskeletal Care

Dr. Darcy Lei, CAQSM (Sports Medicine):

She handles injuries without surgery.
Where: Lindner Center, Room #335.
When: Wednesdays, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
To Book: Text (513) 643-8921

Performing Arts Physical Therapy

Dan Scheid, DPT, OCS, CSCS (Physical Therapy):

He's a PT who gets the performing arts life.
Where: NovaCare, Lindner Center, Room #265.
When: Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
To Book: Text (513) 643-8921 or email dscheid@novacare.com.

Occupational Therapy & Upper Extremity Specialist

Kristen Dolecki, MOT, OTR/L (Occupational Therapy/Hands & Arms):

She's the specialist for your upper body (arms and hands) — super important for instrumentalists!
Handles stuff like: Shoulder pain, tennis/golfer's elbow, fractures, and nerve issues.
Where: NovaCare, 206 Albert Sabin Way, Room #1021.
When: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
To Book: Text (513) 643-8921
Insurance Note: Most insurances are accepted by everyone, but you can always message them for specifics.

General Help/Info

Ashtin Johnson, DMA Student (Graduate Assistant):

She's a Violin Performance student, so she totally gets the student perspective.
Role: Text with general questions about the program or physical therapy options.
To Contact: Text (513) 643-8921