Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Dr. Romello is a Board-Certified Physiatrist and Fellowship trained in Musculoskeletal Medicine and Interventional Pain Management.
Dr. Romello earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from York College of Pennsylvania. Originally from New York, she completed her medical school training at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYCOM) at the New York Institute of Technology. Dr. Romello was a member of the Honor Society, Psi Sigma Alpha. While there, she was selected as an Undergraduate Fellow in the Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) where she stayed for an additional year instructing first and second year medical students in the OMM laboratory. In addition, she gained further clinical hours on campus treating patients.
Dr. Romello then completed her internship at Good Samaritan Medical Center in West Islip New York, followed by her residency in the specialty of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at UMDNJ Newark, and Kessler Institute. She remained at UMDNJ/Kessler for her fellowship in Musculoskeletal Medicine and Interventional Spine. During this time, she also received additional subspecialty training in interventional spinal procedures, musculoskeletal ultrasound, electrodiagnostic medicine and sports medicine.
Dr. Romello strives to deliver comprehensive care and values the time spent with each patient. Her goal is to provide individualized treatment with a focus on lifestyle while taking a collaborative approach with her patients, offering knowledge and guidance throughout their recovery. She performs electrodiagnostic testing (EMG) and musculoskeletal ultrasound for diagnostic purposes. In addition, she utilizes ultrasound for therapeutic purposes providing guidance for joint and peritendinous injections, as well as peripheral nerve blocks. As part of non-operative care of spinal conditions, she administers lumbar nerve blocks, epidural steroid injections, sacroiliac injections, and trigger point injections. She also has an interest in regenerative medicine and performs ultrasound guided procedures including percutaneous needle tenotomy and platelet rich plasma injections.
Dr. Romello is an active member of professional societies including the American academy of physical medicine and rehabilitation (AAPM&R) and the North American Spine Society (NASS). She currently serves as the secretary/treasurer of the New Jersey Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Offering expert care to New Jersey residents, Michael A. Romello, MD, is committed to putting his patients first. Board-certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Dr. Romello brings his expertise in non-operative musculoskeletal care and interventional pain management to the team at Orthocenter.
Dr. Romello received his Bachelor's Degree in Biology from Ursinus College in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. While there, he was a 4-year starter and 2-year captain of the Ursinus baseball team and graduated Magna Cum laude. After completing his undergraduate studies, Dr. Romello went on to earn his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ/Rutgers) in Newark. Dr. Romello did his internship in Internal Medicine at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, followed by his Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at UMDNJ/Kessler institute for Rehabilitation.
Dr. Romello then went on to complete Fellowship training in Interventional Pain Management from Lags Spine and Sports Care in Santa Maria, California. While there, he received additional training in non-operative care of spine, musculoskeletal conditions, and sports related injuries. In addition to spinal procedures, Dr. Romello also gained further experience in electrodiagnostic testing (EMG) as well as musculoskeletal ultrasound guided procedures.
As a part of the Orthocenter team, Dr. Romello focuses on neck and back pain management. He provides comprehensive non operative care for his patients including spinal procedures under fluoroscopic guidance such as epidural steroid injections, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and joint injections. He performs dorsal column spinal cord stimulator trials and works closely with the orthopedic spine team for permanent placement of spinal cord stimulators.
Dr. Romello is an active member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, (AAPM&R), the North American Spine Society (NASS), Spine Intervention Society (SIS) and the New Jersey Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He strives to provide quality care to maximize each person’s function and improve their quality of life.
Peter Shupper, MD, is a Board-Certified specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R), with an additional Board Certification in Interventional Pain Medicine.
Dr. Shupper received his B.S. in Nutritional Biochemistry from Rutgers University, where he received the Dean’s Award for Excellence in Leadership. He then went on to New York Medical College for his medical education. After graduating, he completed an Internal Medicine internship at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital. Subsequently, Dr. Shupper completed his Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School/Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation.
While at Rutgers, Dr. Shupper was nominated for resident teaching awards, published numerous scholarly journal articles, and presented his research at several national society meetings. After graduating from his residency, he completed an Interventional Pain Medicine Fellowship at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in the Anesthesiology Department. While in his Fellowship, Dr. Shupper developed his skillset in minimally invasive spinal procedures, including radiofrequency ablation and neuromodulation. He was also inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society (AΩA). Dr. Shupper is currently an editorial board member for the Pain Physician Journal.
Dr. Shupper helps his patients return to and optimally perform their chosen activities while promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. His goals for his patients are to maximize function while minimizing pain. Dr. Shupper treats patients with spine (neck, midback, low back, and buttock) pain as well as musculoskeletal issues (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, ankle/foot). Dr. Shupper utilizes both conservative and minimally invasive interventions, including ultrasound, fluoroscopically guided procedures, and neuromodulation.
Tiffany Zarcone, PT, DPT, is a doctor of physical therapy and the clinical director at Clifton Physical Therapy.
Tiffany graduated from Columbia University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy, and specializes in the field of orthopedic rehabilitation and sports training.
She captained the varsity soccer team at Middlebury College when completing her undergraduate degree. One of her passions is working with pregnant and postpartum women to help alleviate low back pain, sciatica, and all of the symptoms that come along with childbirth.
She performed research which was presented at the National Physical Therapy Conference in Las Vegas on pregnancy-related low back pain. She has also worked with children from birth to adolescence, treating various pediatric physical therapy ailments.
In her free time, Tiffany loves getting outdoors, either by running with her dog, hiking, or playing soccer.
To schedule an appointment with Tiffany and the team at Clifton Physical Therapy, call the office or request one online today.
Radion Natanov is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy in the state of New York that graduated from Touro College in 2016. Since graduating, Radion has been working in an outpatient setting treating various musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions/pathologies. Radion focuses on treating the root of the problem while simultaneously assuaging the symptoms by spending quality, one on one time with every individual. Since healthcare is a constantly evolving field, Radion tries to stay up to date by reading up on new research material and taking continuing education courses to maximize care. On his spare time, Radion enjoys playing soccer and spending time with family and friends.
At Feel Good Physical Therapy, Dr. Gregory Trakhtenberg serves patients in and around Brighton Beach area. From the Brooklyn, New York location, Dr. Trakhtenberg offers services such as osteopathic medicine, physical therapy, care for sciatica and lower back pain, spinal manipulations, treatment for sport injuries, knee pain, Kinesio® taping, and manual medicine.
Dr. Trakhtenberg has been a physical therapist for over 16 years. He graduated from the Touro College with a Master’s degree in Physical therapy and Bachelor’s in Health Sciences with honors in 1999. Dr. Trakhtenberg has been practicing sport and spine physical therapy since then.
Being an athlete his entire life and having been injured himself several times, Dr. Trakhtenberg understands exactly what injured people are going through. Helping people recover from injuries and watching them get back on their feet as fast as possible gives him a great pleasure and pride.
Dr. Trakhtenberg has acquired a wealth of skills practicing physical therapy, specializing in wide range of soft tissue injury treatments such as myofascial release, soft tissue mobilization, medical massage, deep tissue mobilization, trigger point release, in addition to spinal manipulations, or adjustment of the spine, when necessary.
Exercises such as stretching, strengthening, posture, and balance training are all integral parts of Dr. Trakhtenberg’s rehabilitation programs. He treats each and every patient as a unique individual and creates a personalized plan for each patient who visits the office. His caring, professionalism, and specialized training assist his patients to achieve their goals safely and effectively.
When he is not practicing, Dr. Trakhtenberg enjoys spending his free time with his three kids and playing basketball and tennis. He has also practiced Judo for 12 years.
Steven Gutin, PT is an experienced and licensed Physical Therapist serving patients of Greater NYC. He is NYS Early Intervention Certified provider. Steven Gutin, PT earned his Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in Physical Therapy from Long Island University in Brooklyn. With over 18 years of experience, Mr. Gutin gives his patients his undivided attention and practices with a goal of helping each of them lead healthy and fulfilling lives. Mr. Gutin focuses on each client individually by performing thorough physical examinations and diagnosis while aiming towards treatments using non-surgical methods. His goal is to restore the highest possible level of function and strive towards the patients' recuperation. Steven focuses on manual therapy techniques and neuromuscular reeducation to maximize translation to functional movement patterns.
Gene Kominer, PT is a dedicated, knowledgeable licensed Physical Therapist based in Brooklyn, NY. He is NYS Early Intervention Certified provider. Gene Kominer, PT earned his Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in Physical Therapy from Long Island University in Brooklyn. He has over 20 years of experience helping children and adults to lead healthier lives. Gene’s clinical experience includes, but is not limited to outpatient orthopedics, sports-related injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, acute rehabilitation, motor skills development in infants and children with developmental delays or disorders, and adult neurological rehabilitation.
I strive to provide clients and patients with the best service and care to maximize their potential This is done through one-on-one sessions where the people will receive the therapist’s undivided attention for the entirety of each session. I believe this approach will serve people better by achieving personal and functional goals at the quickest possible rate.
Tiffany Zarcone, PT, DPT, is a doctor of physical therapy and the clinical director at Manhattan Physical Therapy.
Tiffany graduated from Columbia University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy, and specializes in the field of orthopedic rehabilitation and sports training.
She captained the varsity soccer team at Middlebury College when completing her undergraduate degree. One of her passions is working with pregnant and postpartum women to help alleviate low back pain, sciatica, and all of the symptoms that come along with childbirth.
She performed research which was presented at the National Physical Therapy Conference in Las Vegas on pregnancy-related low back pain. She has also worked with children from birth to adolescence, treating various pediatric physical therapy ailments.
In her free time, Tiffany loves getting outdoors, either by running with her dog, hiking, or playing soccer.
To schedule an appointment with Tiffany and the team at Manhattan Physical Therapy, call the office or request one online today.
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. 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.
Dr. Katherine Kalaj, PT, DPT earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from City University of New York Hunter College. Kat has a wide range of experience working with orthopedic, sports, and neurological clients to rehabilitate after injury. This experience, in addition to her six years as a National Academy of Sports Medicine certified trainer and two years as a competitive powerlifter, informs her biopsychosocial approach to treatment as she creates an individualized plan of care that considers the whole person to help individuals achieve all their movement goals. Kat’s favorite aspect of physical therapy is collaborating to create mobility and strength training programs that help people reach their full potential. Outside of the physical therapy, Kat enjoys competitive powerlifting, cooking, and exploring the city.
Dr. Philip Tam received his Doctoral of Physical Therapy from the University of Buffalo and has been practicing in NYC since 2019. He has worked with a wide variety of diagnoses ranging from neurological disorders, cervicogenic headaches, patellofemoral pain, achilles tendinopathy, as well as post-operative cases such as ACL reconstruction, bunionectomies and joint replacements. He has had the pleasure of working with an extensive patient population ranging from high school athletes, weekend warriors, and those at the collegiate and professional level. His treatment philosophy is to always tailor the treatment plan towards the individual and to always work towards their intended goal. Outside of physical therapy, he enjoys playing basketball, working out, spending time with friends and family and learning new things through reading and interacting with new people.
Dr. Monika Pathak, PT, DPT received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from A.T. Still University and is postdoctoral orthopedic residency trained. Monika has a wide array of expertise in orthopedic rehabilitation, which is also inclusive of pre- and post-operative rehabilitation and sports injuries. Currently licensed in New York, she strives to get active individuals to enhance their overall quality of life and reduce/manage pain through a combination of specific evidence-based exercises and manual therapy techniques. She is also passionate about injury prevention and helping patients eliminate fear of movement by taking a biopsychosocial approach.
By identifying the root cause (and contributing factors) to an injury, Monika executes an individualized treatment approach specific to her patients' needs. She is a weight lifting enthusiast who also enjoys running, hiking, art, exploring new eateries, and traveling in her free time.
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