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BALDWIN BONE & JOINT’S TAYLOR LEWIS, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST, EXPANDS CREDENTIALS WITH CERTIFIED HAND THERAPIST DESIGNATION
Daphne, Ala. (June 26, 2025) — Baldwin Bone & Joint is pleased to announce that Taylor Lewis, M.S., OTR/L, CHT, has successfully completed the examination to become a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT). This prestigious certification highlights his extensive clinical experience, advanced skill set, and unwavering commitment to patient care in upper extremity rehabilitation.
Certified Hand Therapists are highly specialized professionals with at least three years of clinical experience and over 4,000 hours dedicated specifically to upper extremity treatment. Certification requires passing a comprehensive exam, demonstrating exceptional knowledge and advanced clinical capabilities. To maintain certification, therapists must recertify every five years, ensuring they stay current with industry advancements and best practices.

Happy Work Anniversary, Patrick H. Dunn, PA-C!
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Gulf Coast Media | Baldwin Bone & Joint expands pain management team with nurse practitioner
Baldwin Bone & Joint has added Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Darin Goff to its expanding Pain Management Team, bolstering its commitment to personalized, multidisciplinary care for patients suffering from chronic pain across the Gulf Coast.

Daphne-Based Baldwin Bone & Joint Welcomes Nurse Practitioner to Expanding Pain Management Team
Daphne, Ala. (May 7, 2025) – Baldwin Bone & Joint is pleased to welcome Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Darin Goff to its growing Pain Management Team, working in collaboration with fellowship-trained specialist Dr. Elliott Pennington. Goff’s addition furthers the practice’s mission to provide advanced, individualized pain management solutions for patients across the Gulf Coast.
Goff brings a strong clinical background in critical care, emergency medicine, and post-anesthesia recovery, with a focus on comprehensive pain care, patient advocacy, and evidence-based treatment strategies. He earned both a Master of Science in Nursing (Family Nurse Practitioner) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of South Alabama.
“I chose pain management because I saw how deeply chronic pain can affect every part of a person’s life—not just physically, but emotionally, mentally, and socially,” Goff said. “There’s something incredibly meaningful about walking alongside patients on that journey and helping them return to the things they love.” (photo: Darin Goff, CRNP)

Happy Work Anniversary, LouAnn Lechner!
LouAnn Lechner is marking her 20-year anniversary with Baldwin Bone & Joint!
“It has been my pleasure to work at Baldwin Bone and Joint for TWENTY years, where helping people is what we do best. I’m dedicated to being the best employee and team player I can be. God has blessed me, and I am thankful to be a part of the BB&J team.” -LouAnn Lechner
We thank you, LouAnn, for your unwavering dedication and passion for helping others. Here’s to many more years of excellence together!