About
Dr. Kathleen Leahy earned her medical degree from the University of New England, College of Osteopathic Medicine, and completed her Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation training at Tufts New England Medical Center in Boston. She holds board certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and has practiced for over 25 years. Dr. Leahy serves as the practice's specialty provider for musculoskeletal, spine, and neurologic conditions. Her treatments include joint and trigger point injections, osteopathic spinal and joint manipulation, and electrodiagnostic studies using EMG and nerve conduction studies. She specializes in concussion evaluation, treatment, and management. Dr. Leahy also dedicates time to training the next generation of osteopathic physicians at UNECOM, where she has served as active faculty for over 20 years. Outside the clinic, she enjoys hiking, cycling, and traveling with family.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of New England, College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNECOM)
Residency
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Tufts New England Medical Center, Boston, MA
Additional Training
Active faculty involvement in medical student training at UNECOM for over 20 years
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Leahy right for?
Dr. Leahy is an ideal fit for patients dealing with musculoskeletal pain, spine disorders, or neurologic and neuromuscular conditions. Athletes and active individuals recovering from concussions or sports injuries will benefit from her specialized expertise. Patients seeking a non-surgical approach to complex pain conditions will find her range of injection therapies and OMT highly relevant. Those who want an experienced clinician with deep diagnostic capabilities, including EMG and nerve conduction studies, will find Dr. Leahy well-equipped for their care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Leahy treats concussions, musculoskeletal disorders, spine disorders, and neurologic and neuromuscular conditions. She offers both diagnostic and treatment services for patients across these areas.
Dr. Leahy performs joint injections, trigger point injections, osteopathic spinal and joint manipulation, and electrodiagnostic studies. She tailors each treatment plan to the individual patient's condition and goals.
Yes. Dr. Leahy holds board certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She completed her training at Tufts New England Medical Center in Boston.
Yes. Concussion evaluation, treatment, and management is one of Dr. Leahy's core specialties. She sees patients ranging from young athletes to adults recovering from sports-related head injuries.
Electrodiagnostic studies including EMG and nerve conduction studies evaluate nerve and neuromuscular function. Dr. Leahy performs these studies at BetterNow Medicine to help diagnose and guide treatment for neurologic and neuromuscular conditions.
Dr. Leahy has practiced for over 25 years. She also serves as active faculty at UNECOM, where she has trained medical students for more than two decades.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026