Kohler Panza
Occupational Therapist located in Midtown, Nashville, TN
About Kohler Panza
Originally from Mobile, Alabama, Kohler Panza discovered her passion for helping individuals regain function and independence through occupational therapy. She began her career in a nursing and rehabilitation center, where she developed expertise in neurological and orthopedic rehabilitation. Now, she divides her time between MPOWER Hand Therapy and an inpatient rehabilitation hospital, allowing her to provide care across a wide range of recovery needs—from intensive neurological and cardiac rehabilitation to specialized orthopedic trauma.
EDUCATION
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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PHILOSOPHY
Kohler embraces a creative, problem-solving approach to therapy. She believes that adaptation is key to recovery, and she is always willing to try new techniques to help patients regain function in ways they never expected.
WHAT TO EXPECT WORKING WITH KOHLER
Therapy with Kohler is both effective and engaging. She believes in celebrating small victories, like buttoning a shirt without pain, while also pushing through challenges to achieve long-term goals. Her patients can expect a dedicated partner in their recovery, who is just as excited about their progress as they are.
HER EXPERTISE
- Orthopedics & Sports Injuries
- Neurological Rehabilitation
- Hand & Upper Extremity Therapy
WHY OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY?
Kohler was drawn to occupational therapy’s focus on function and independence. She understands that our hands and arms play a critical role in daily life, and she is passionate about helping patients recover mobility, strength, and confidence after injuries or surgeries. Her goal is to empower clients to return to the activities they love, whether it’s work, hobbies, or daily tasks.
BEYOND THE CLINIC
Kohler now calls Nashville home, where she lives with her husband. When she’s not helping patients, she enjoys gardening, painting, and baking homemade bread—all topics her patients will likely hear about during their sessions!