Newton -Dr. John T. Ford, director of Sussex County Total Health, has announced the appointment of Kim R. Bella, M.S., P.T., as director of physical therapy at Sussex County Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation in Newton. Bella received a bachelor’s degree in biology from Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven, in 1992, and earned a master’s degree from D’Youville College in Buffalo, N.Y. She has been certified in a variety of disciplines, including strength and conditioning, kinesiology, personal training, weight training, Pilates, and standard first aid. “Being a certified strength and conditioning specialist allows Kim to assist patients in an effective step-down’ program to continue maximizing strength and fitness,” said Ford. “Fitness programs are tailored to meet each individual’s goals.” Sussex County Total Health is a multidisciplinary health care facility that has been serving Sussex County residents for over 25 years. The staff includes a team of board certified medical doctors, neurologists, chiropractic physicians, physical therapists and a massage therapist.