Restoring Your Independence on the Road

Regain Your Confidence. Reclaim Your Independence.

Coming Summer 2027

At Drive Mastery LLC, we help experienced drivers return to the road safely after a medical condition or injury. Through comprehensive driving evaluations, personalized training, and compassionate guidance, we focus on restoring both independence and quality of life.

A medical change doesn't have to mean the end of the road.

If you've experienced a stroke, surgery, neurological condition, orthopedic injury, or other health change, you may have questions about your driving. We provide honest answers, practical solutions, and respectful support.

Am I still safe to drive? · What adaptations could help me? · What if I'm not cleared?

You may benefit from an evaluation if you've noticed:

Slower reaction time · Shorter attention span · Lagging reflexes · Stiff joints or weak muscles · Poor eyesight · Diminished night vision · Hearing problems · Reduced memory · Poor decision-making · Forgetfulness · Drowsiness or medication effects · More accidents or near misses · Physical impairments · Recent major medical event · Increased anxiety while driving · Frequent falls

Our Services

Comprehensive Driving Evaluations

A three-part evaluation process designed to assess your ability to drive safely and confidently.

Part 1: Clinical Assessment

  • Vision screening

  • Motor skills and strength

  • Sensation

  • Reaction time

  • Cognitive screening

Part 2: On-Road Assessment

  • Real-world driving performance

  • Traffic navigation

  • Decision-making skills

  • Adaptive equipment trials (if needed)

Part 3: Outcome Discussion

  • Clear explanation of results

  • Recommendations for training or equipment

  • Guidance for next steps

Adaptive Equipment Training

Using a modified driver rehabilitation vehicle, we provide training with:

  • Hand controls

  • Left foot accelerator

  • Pedal extensions

  • Steering devices

  • Other adaptive solutions tailored to your needs

  • Small, individualized practice

  • Home-based evaluations available

  • Ethical, honest, and empathetic approach

  • 24+ years of occupational therapy experience

  • Focused on solutions — even if that means alternative transportation guidance

What Makes Drive Mastery Different?

If driving isn’t the safest option, we’ll help you explore other transportation options in your area so you can maintain independence.

Meet our Provider

Manjula Bathula, MOT, OTR/L, C/FMT, DRS

With 24+ years of experience in occupational therapy, Manjula is committed to helping experienced drivers regain independence safely and confidently.

Her approach is ethical, empathetic, and personalized — because every driver’s story is unique.

Learn more about her story.

We believe in education, clarity, and compassion. Our goal is not just to evaluate — it’s to help you understand the purpose of the evaluation, your results, and your options.

You deserve to feel heard.

A Voice for Our Patients

Ready to take the next step? Get on the waitlist for summer 2027.

  • Call 479-790-8347

  • manjula_r_b@yahoo.com