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Dr. Ariella Freid is a dedicated orthopedic physical therapist with a passion for helping individuals achieve their movement goals and live pain-free. Specializing in the care of runners, dancers, and those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction, Ariella combines her clinical expertise and past professional dance career with a compassionate approach to support her clients on their journey to recovery and optimal performance. With a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Columbia University and advanced training pelvic health, Ariella utilizes evidence-based techniques and personalized treatment plans to address each patient's unique needs. Her empathetic nature and commitment to holistic care make her a trusted partner for those seeking to overcome physical challenges and enhance their quality of life.

Kristen Lettenberger, PT, DPT, CSCS, P&PA is a Doctor of Physical Therapy & Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coach. She is the Director of Bespoke Women, specializing in Women’s health including pregnancy & postpartum rehab, and return to sports postpartum. Kristen has spent the last few years of her career expanding her knowledge in women’s health and pelvic floor rehab. Combining that with her powerlifting background and love for sports rehab she has been a unique asset for mom’s that want to continue exercise during pregnancy and return to their sports postpartum stronger than ever. Kristen has given numerous workshops of training during pregnancy, and return to exercise postpartum, as well as hosted Bespoke’s first Women’s Health panel on how to navigate pregnancy & postpartum. Her focus is to help people improve their overall health and performance in order to Live Better, Longer.

I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy in New York City with additional experience in the personal training industry. I have practiced in various settings ranging from acute care to sports rehab at the Division-1 level. In my treatment, I implement manual therapy techniques to improve patient tolerance for exercises to target specific movements patients use in daily life and desired activities.

Nilufer Guleyupoglu, MD, is a specialist in helping people affected by pain and finding the most appropriate treatments for their individual situations. As owner and director of INVO Pain Medicine Group in Midtown, Manhattan, Dr. Guleyupoglu provides state-of-the-art facilities in her New York City office, including a fluoroscopy unit and ultrasound scanner on site. She has considerable expertise in physical medicine and rehabilitation and is committed to creating treatment plans that help ease the physical pain that affects so many men and women.

Dr. Guleyupoglu earned her medical degree from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical School in 1988, after which she worked as a general practitioner and medical lecturer. After choosing to specialize in physical medicine and rehabilitation, she was awarded her fellowship in pain medicine from Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical Center in 2004 and worked at the hospital for a further twelve years.

Both the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the American Board of Pain Medicine certified Dr. Guleyupoglu as a specialist in the field of pain medicine, confirming her standing as a leading physician in her specialty. She has over thirty years of experience and has worked at some prestigious medical colleges and hospitals, including the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and New York University School of Medicine, both as a doctor and professor.

Making good use of her expertise in physical medicine and rehabilitation, Dr. Guleyupoglu specializes in treating people who are living with chronic pain, using a variety of techniques to improve quality of life for anyone who‘s struggling to manage their pain. She believes it’s vital to ensure that people receive all the information they need and are kept up-to-date concerning their treatments and any developments in the field of pain medicine. You can be sure of a warm and welcoming environment when you visit Dr. Guleyupoglu.

Dr. Guleyupoglu is also bilingual, speaking both English and Turkish.

Dr. Winnie Yu is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation. Her goal is to guide her patients through rehab to safely return to their sport and goals of interest. At Bespoke Treatments, she works closely with endurance athletes to create individualized preventative programs targeted at improving sports performance and injury risk reduction. She strives to empower her patients to pursue a healthy, and most importantly, sustainable active lifestyle. Her treatment philosophy is to always recognize each individual’s goals and barriers so she can form the most appropriate plan of care for each patient. Outside of physical therapy, she is passionate about running, swimming, strength training, and spending quality time with friends and family.

Cynthia Sampson, PT, DPT, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and an Adult Distance Running Coach. She earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Touro University, where she volunteered for the National Veterans Wheelchair Games. Throughout her career as a clinician, Cynthia has worked with individuals of all ages and athletic backgrounds. She is dedicated to helping her patients return to running pain-free by equipping them with the tools needed to maintain an active lifestyle for life. With 7 years of experience as an AFAA-certified group fitness instructor and a 2x marathon runner, Cynthia uses her expertise to create individualized treatment plans using the biopsychosocial approach, empowering her patients to achieve their goals. Outside of physical therapy, she is passionate about running, singing, and portrait drawing.

Dr. Rivi Har-El is a physical therapist, dance/movement therapist, author, and innovator in the field of integrative healing. With over four decades of clinical experience, Dr. Rivi has devoted her life to helping individuals find relief from chronic pain and reclaim freedom in their bodies — blending biomechanics with emotional intelligence, movement therapy, and, most recently, light energy work. 

Dr. Rivi earned her credentials as a Registered Physical Therapist in 1983. She later completed a Master’s in Dance/Movement Therapy from Hunter College, NY, in 1991 and earned her PhD in Physical Therapy from New York University in 2000.

Her work has spanned acute care, rehabilitation, and outpatient settings, always anchored in deep compassion and a dedication to treating the whole person. Throughout her career, Dr. Rivi has explored the intersection of physical symptoms and mental-emotional states. Her background in psychology and dance/movement therapy led her to develop a more holistic model of care — one that integrates therapeutic exercise with breath, somatic awareness, and mindful movement. This approach culminated in the creation of the RiVision Method, a pioneering body-mind modality that empowers patients to become active participants in their healing.

From 2009 to 2018, Dr. Har-El served as a Clinical Assistant Professor at The State University of New York, where she taught future therapists about body-mind awareness and the RiVision Method. She is also an active lecturer at professional events for therapists and educators.

In 2016, Dr. Rivi published her highly regarded book, Moving Pain Away – RiVision: An Innovative Physical Therapy Method, a work that beautifully synthesises decades of hands-on experience. Lovingly illustrated by her longtime colleague to bring clarity and flow to each movement, the book is a testament to her commitment to making healing accessible and deeply felt. pursuing her academic education, she worked in both Israel and the US. Her extensive work background includes acute care, rehabilitation and outpatient services in hospital settings. She treated people who suffered from various orthopedic and neurological conditions (e.g., low back pain, neck pain, scoliosis, and frozen shoulder), repetitive stress injuries (carpal tunnel syndrome, poor posture) and various chronic orthopedic conditions.

 

Dr. Vinod Somareddy, PT, DPT, is the founder and president of Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy with locations throughout New York in Farmingdale, Great Neck, North Shore Towers, Oceanside, Woodbury, Bayside, Deer Park, and Upper Westside of New York Cit. Started in 2003, Dr. Somareddy built his practice under the guiding principles of providing quality care that fosters a patient-centered culture committed to improving the lives of everyone who comes through the door. 

As the eldest son in the family, Dr. Somareddy decided to honor his father’s own dedication to patient care, naming his practice after him. Dr. Somareddy’s father, nicknamed “Reddy,” worked as a nurse at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, where he garnered a reputation for his knowledge, perseverance, and compassionate patient care. Dr. Somareddy knows his success stems from his father’s influence, and he built a team that puts the patient’s needs above all else.

Dr. Somareddy earned his degree at the State University of New York Upstate Medical University in Syracuse. Dedicated to his profession, he is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association and participates in many educational programs, lecturing on clinical and administrative topics.

In his spare time. Dr. Somareddy enjoys playing sports and watching baseball, traveling, exercising, and broadening his skills in business management.

Stelios Liotopoulos, PTA joined Reddy Care Physical Therapy in December of 2008, however, he began practicing in 1994. Stelios enjoys his career and his ability to interact with his patients. Stelios moved to the United States in 1989 when he was 22 years old and began working for his uncle in the fur import and export business. While working there, he attended classes to learn English. In his free time, he played soccer as it was a passion of his since he was young. Stelios played on a semi-professional team in both Greece and the US, and his passion for sports spurred his interest in physical education and exercise physiology which he studied at Queens College. Over time, he because more familiar with physical therapy as a profession and later switched majors to pursue his degree as a physical therapy assistant from LaGuardia Community College. Over the last 25 years, he has been practicing physical therapy. Stelios has also taken many continuing education courses that involve manual techniques. The techniques he has learned allow him to enhance the way he treats his patients and help to improve their recovery to get them back to their daily activities free from pain and discomfort.

Antonette Cabello, PT went to physical therapy school in the Philippines and has been practicing in a variety of patient settings for over 34 years. She enjoys the challenge of treating different conditions and likes to focus on using manual techniques and educating her patients in the management of his/her condition.

Dr. Marcelo del Rio, PT, DPT has been a physical therapist for 5 years. Marcelo received my Doctorate Degree at Long Island University - Brooklyn. He has been in out-patient PT for 3 years is now doing in-home physical therapy with Reddy Care. His favorite condition to treat would include any neurological condition (Parkinoson's, MS etc.) as he is able to utilize his knowledge to help improve these patients' functional ability.

Mithun earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at New York Medical College while also completing his Masters in Public Health Policy and Management. Prior to physical therapy school he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Biology and a Minor in Psychology from CUNY Brooklyn College. Mithun has a diverse clinical experience and has worked with a variety of patient populations including outpatient orthopedics and post-operative rehab, young athletes, geriatrics, neurological injuries and wound care cases. While in school, he worked with the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps to provide valuable PT services to the underserved Native American populations living in rural Arizona. 

Mithun is passionate about getting patients back to their optimal function by utilizing a holistic approach to treatment. He is also greatly interested in the field of public health and PT advocacy which lead him to pursing his MPH degree. While at NYMC the focus of his Doctoral project was to determine what kinds of personal and financial factors limit a patient from seeking PT treatment for non-specific low back pain. While working with the USPHS he also took initiatives in raising awareness of the opioid crisis as well as public education about Physical Therapy. Mithun utilizes manual therapy techniques, exercise, modalities and patient education to treat a variety of orthopedic conditions especially of the spine and shoulder which are his main interests. 

Mithun was born in India and immigrated to the US with his family at a very young age. Growing up on Long Island, Mithun was involved in a variety of sports throughout his high school and undergraduate years including tennis, winter track, soccer and basketball. In his free time Mithun enjoys exploring the outdoors, rock climbing, fishing, reading, drawing and spending time with his dogs. 

Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy is an outstanding specialty service providing exceptional care and state-of-the-art treatments for the residents of Amityville, Bay Shore, Bayside, Deer Park, Farmingdale, Great Neck, North Shore Towers, Oceanside, Upper West Side and Woodbury . The practice has licensed doctors of physical therapy on staff, including specialists in neurology, pediatrics, orthopedics, sports injuries, and women’s health, who are all highly qualified and devoted to the welfare of their patients.

The ethos at Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy is that patients are the key element in the physical therapy process, and the therapists are committed to helping patients take control of their health and well-being. Each patient has a unique treatment plan tailored to their specific needs, and patients are fully involved with every stage of the rehabilitation process.

Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy uses the most advanced therapeutic technology available to optimize patient recoveries, such as the Solo-Step® Overhead Track and Harness System for patients with balance problems, a virtual reality balance machine and treadmill, the AlterG® Anti-Gravity Treadmill that enables patients to exercise without straining injured tissues, and LightForce Class IV Laser therapy, a deep tissue laser therapy utilizing your own body’s healing power by stimulating cellular activity. The healing process continues to reduce inflammation for up to 24 hours after. Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy touts top-of-the-line facilities at their clinics and also provides home therapy services for patients who are unable to travel.

The healing process continues to reduce inflammation for up to 24 hours after. Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy touts top-of-the-line facilities at their clinics and also provides in home therapy services for patients who are unable to travel in the Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, and NYC region.

Russ Poker, PT has been a therapist since 1992 primarily in private practice specializing in general orthopedic care with a focus on neck and back related issues.  He graduated from SUNY at Stony Brook for Physical Therapy and hold degrees in Physical Education from Adelphi University and the Wingate Institute in Israel. Russ speaks Hebrew, Spanish and French which he finds helpful in communicating with his patients. Having a varied background of living abroad, serving in the military and participating in different sports helps him understand people better and put them more at ease. As he gets closer in age to his patients, he understands where they are coming from better and what they want to maintain in their functional abilities to stay active and vital.

Mikhail Abayev is a Doctor of Physical Therapy(DPT) from Stony Brook University, Corrective Exercise Specialist(CES), Performance Enhancement Specialist(PES).

Mikhail's Undergrad -LIU Sports Science in Concentration of Exercise Physiology

Dr. Eric Bayer, PT, DPT received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy with honors from Thomas Jefferson University in 2008. His Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science was earned at the University of Delaware in 2005. After graduating Physical Therapy school, he moved back home to Long Island, where started his career working in outpatient private practice. He has now been working for Reddy Care Physical Therapy for the past 8 years and has strived to advance his clinical and managerial skills. As the director of the Farmingdale office, he supports a team of 5 people. He provides guidance and monitors the performance of the physical therapists and the front desk staff as well as makes day-to-day decisions for the Farmingdale office in order to better serve the needs of our patients.