BAYADA Announces 2025 National Physical Therapist of the Year

Mark Wussler is BAYADA’s 2025 Physical Therapist National Hero of the Year

Mark Wussler, a physical therapist (PT) with BAYADA Home Health Care in Maui, HI, has been named BAYADA’s 2025 PT National Hero of the Year for his unwavering dedication, clinical excellence, and deeply compassionate care. Mark’s impact is best reflected in his work with clients like Boonta, who—after undergoing surgery for a benign brain tumor—found strength, hope, and a path back to the life she loved through Mark’s attentive, personalized physical therapy.

When Mark first met Boonta, she was recovering from surgery to remove a benign brain tumor. The procedure had affected her coordination, balance, and strength—especially in her left hand, making everyday activities and mobility a challenge. Mark took the time to understand what mattered most to her: getting back on the tennis court. With that goal in mind, he built a creative and personalized care plan designed not only to restore function but to rebuild her confidence. From hand coordination drills like pinky-to-thumb touches to balance and speed training that mimicked real tennis movements, every session was rooted in what Boonta loved—and what would help her thrive again.

As both a lifelong athlete and seasoned physical therapist, Mark brings a unique blend of clinical precision and lived experience to every visit. He knows firsthand how small improvements can lead to transformative gains. That mindset, paired with his genuine empathy and relentless encouragement, helped Boonta—and so many others—push past frustration and rediscover their strength. Mark’s unwavering presence, his patience, and his deep belief in his clients’ potential make him more than a therapist; they make him a trusted partner in healing.

Mark was honored as BAYADA’s 2025 Physical Therapist National Hero of the Year at BAYADA’s 2025 Awards Weekend in Los Angeles, CA. For him, the recognition was both humbling and energizing—a reminder of how meaningful the work truly is.

“Being named a Hero is an incredible honor,” Mark shared. “But the real reward is getting to walk alongside my clients as they recover, adapt, and find joy again in the things they love.”

“Physical therapy is about more than recovery. It’s about restoring hope and possibility. I’m grateful every day to do this work and to be part of a team that believes so deeply in the people we serve.”

BAYADA Home Health Care Hero Program

The National Hero of the Year Award is part of BAYADA’s Hero Program, which recognizes and rewards those who exceed the highest standards of quality care and work ethic at an office, division, and national level. Heroes can be nominated by their colleagues and clients. All BAYADA employees and clients can nominate any registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, home health aide, therapist, or other professional caregivers.

Visit bayada.com for more information about home health care services, or to join BAYADA’s community of compassionate caregivers apply today at jobs.bayada.com.