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02/10/2026

02/06/2026

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01/30/2026

✨ Staff Spotlight: Amelia “Mia” Fougerousse ✨

Tell us a little about you?
I graduated from UofL with a degree in Exercise Science in 2021. Since then, I’ve started coaching volleyball year-round. I’m the middle child of 3 kids (one older and one younger brother). My favorite hobby is reading and sometimes I bedazzle random objects when I’m bored!

Where are you from?
New Albany, IN or as AG calls it, “The Sunnyside of Louisville”

How long have you worked in spinal cord injury?
I started at Frazier in adult therapy almost 3 years ago and then was offered the opportunity to transition to pediatrics after 1 year. I’ve been in the program for almost 2 years now.

What is the best part of working with our kids?
Being able to be a kid with them
The “got it” moment when they finally understand a skill, which is also my favorite part about coaching.

What an interesting fact no one knows about you?
As a kid I used the Mickey Mouse theme song to learn how to spell my last name.

What is your favorite food?
Chicken and Dumplings. Specifically, the ones from Harvest Homecoming iykyk

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
Telekinesis so I can be an even bigger menace than I already am

01/23/2026

Loading… 👀 The team got to go on a tour of the 4th floor! Check out this artwork that could potentially be going into the space. We hope you’re just as excited as we are!

01/23/2026

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Lee Ann 🌟

Tell us a little about you!
I was born and raised in Louisville, KY — Go Cards! ❤️
I’m a proud parent to Maggie (22) and Zachary (26), both graduates of Georgetown College. In my free time, I love reading, baking, cooking, and traveling.

How long have you worked in spinal cord injury?
I began working in spinal cord injury in 2009 with the Kentucky Spinal Cord Injury Center Adult Program alongside Dr. Harkema. In fall of 2024, I transitioned to the Pediatric NeuroRecovery team to work with Dr. Behrman.

What is the best part of working with our kids?
Meeting the wonderful families who come to us from all over the country and watching the kids make progress.

What’s an interesting fact most people don’t know about you?
In a previous life, I was a paralegal! I will also graduate this spring with my second degree from the University of Louisville.

What is your favorite food?
Anything salty — especially chips and dip!

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
The ability to fly so I could travel anytime I wanted.

01/16/2026

✨ Big things are happening! Our new build-out is underway and we cannot wait to share it with you. Who’s ready for the first sneak peek?! 👀🏗️

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01/07/2026

✨ WE NEED YOUR HELP! ✨

We are looking for a Physical Therapist to join our amazing team!

If you love working with kids and want to make a meaningful impact every day, we’d love to hear from you. 💙

Please share this post to help us find the perfect fit!

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12/31/2025

2025 was a year of growth, grit, and incredible milestones for the Kosair Center for Pediatric NeuroRecovery. From big breakthroughs to the smallest victories, every step forward was powered by our amazing kids, families, clinicians, and researchers. We are endlessly inspired by the strength of our patients and the heart of this team. Here’s to carrying this momentum into 2026 ✨

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12/25/2025

🎄✨ Wishing our Kosair Pediatrics families, patients, and community a very Merry Christmas! Thank you for trusting us with your care and for being part of our incredible journey. We are so grateful for each and every one of you. May your holiday season be filled with joy, love, and special moments together. ❤️

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12/23/2025

Giving back this season 🤍 Our team collected donations for the Ronald McDonald House, and we are beyond thankful for the care and comfort they provide to our families every day.

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12/15/2025

Sprinkles hanging around the Christmas tree on this cold day in Kentucky!

12/12/2025

🌟 Staff Spotlight Friday: Molly Brooks 🌟

Tell us a little about you:
I have three sisters, a pit–boxer mix named Bo, and I’m currently a grad student. I love to travel and do house renovations with my amazing husband!

Where are you from?
I was born in Atlanta and moved around a lot, but primarily grew up in Louisville.

How long have you worked in spinal cord injury?
I started in a spinal cord injury basic science lab in 2016.

What is the best part of working with our kids?
Being at the cutting edge of neurorehab advancement right alongside these amazing kids! Seeing the impact our work has on them and their families is not only rewarding but drives me to keep pushing the boundaries to advance recovery.

What is an interesting fact no one knows about you?
I trained to be a professional ballet dancer through high school and undergrad before discovering my passion for science OR I’m in a family band with my sisters and dad called The Handsome Jonnies, a John Prine cover band!

What is your favorite food?
Breakfast! You can’t go wrong with any breakfast food — it’s the best meal of the day.

How long have you been with our program?
I’ve been working with the Peds Neurorecovery Program for almost 9 years!

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
To fly… or to communicate with animals so I could tell my dog to be nice to the vet. 🐾✈️

Help us celebrate Molly and all the incredible dedication she brings to our kids and families each day! 💙