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.
Dentist 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.
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.
Pediatrician 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.
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.
Psychiatrist 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.
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.
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.
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.
Postdoctoral residency trained and Certified Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapist looking to integrate clinical experience in scientific therapeutic exercise, sports performance and strength and conditioning to the clinical setting. Striving to utilize my diverse experiences in rehab and performance to provide an innovative approach to multifaceted clinical environment.
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.
Dr. Samuel Chan, PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Touro College. As a certified athletic trainer, Sam has worked with a wide range of athletes in the professional, collegiate, and secondary school settings. He blends his knowledge of sports performance and injury prevention to ensure that his clients can continue to move safely, efficiently, and confidently. Sam believes that athletes need to be challenged in their recovery, and incorporates functional movement analysis and strength training principles to unlock their full potential. He utilizes an active and collaborative approach to individualize each program - it’s all about you! Further clinical interests of his include ACL reconstructions and post-operative rehabilitation. When not in the clinic, Sam enjoys playing basketball, snowboarding, and hiking.
Kyle Sanchez PT, DPT, CSCS is a dedicated Doctor of Physical Therapy and NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Kyle earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Stony Brook University where he was nominated by faculty into the Alpha Eta Honor Society. Recognizing the transformative power of movement, Kyle focuses on guiding individuals on their unique journey to well-rounded health. Kyle has extensive experience working with athletes of all levels from beginners to professionals. He has worked with athletes in a variety of sports including lacrosse, golf, soccer, baseball, track and field, boxing, and MMA. Through his personal experiences, Kyle has developed a deep understanding of the physical and mental demands of sport and is committed to helping an individual reach their full potential. Kyle believes in helping you optimize your movement in order to optimize your life to live better, longer.
Michelle Wilbourn, PT, DPT, CSCS is a Doctor of Physical Therapy from New York University. During her graduate studies at NYU, she became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and earned certifications in Mat Pilates and Rock Steady Boxing. With a passion for patient-centered care, she has developed extensive clinical experience working with individuals across all ages and activity levels - from weekend warriors to those recovering from injury or managing neuromuscular conditions. She is driven by a commitment to holistic rehabilitation and has pursued training in musculoskeletal health, manual therapy, vestibular and other neurological impairments, and overall return to function. Known for her compassionate and dynamic approach, she prioritizes empowering patients to regain confidence and independence in their movement.
Courtney is a Doctor of Physical Therapy & Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedics. She attained her Doctorate from Columbia University, where she worked with the Men's Division I soccer team studying injury risk and the use of functional movement assessments to reduce such risk. Courtney continues to utilize an evidence-based approach, using movement science and strength training principles to help clients overcome limitations and achieve their highest potential. She firmly believes in the biopsychosocial model of care, considering the whole patient in her treatment plans. Courtney has a vast array of clinical experience throughout NYC, working with athletes of recreational to professional levels, as well as in performing arts PT, treating Broadway and Off-Broadway performers. Courtney's mission is to significantly impact the lives of all she treats, helping them return to the activities they love while providing education to prevent future injuries and live to the fullest.
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.
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.
Dr. Margaret Donlon is Board Certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She earned her B.S. degree from Middlebury College and a Master’s Degree in Public Health (MPH) from Yale University.
Dr. Donlon completed her medical school training at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed an internship in Internal Medicine at St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital in New York City. Dr. Donlon subsequently pursued her Residency training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Medicine and Dentistry in Newark NJ at the Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation. She received additional training in the practice of Medical Acupuncture at the Helms Medical Institute in Berkeley, CA.
Dr. Donlon sees patients in several area inpatient rehabilitation facilities. She also has a passion for caring for patients with the goal of reducing pain and improving function.
In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Donlon believes strongly in public service/public health and giving back to her local community. She currently serves as a Town Councilwoman for Ocean Township NJ and is a member of numerous local environmental committees.
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.
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. G, is the type of doctor that will go above and beyond for her patients. She takes her time to find the cause of your pain not just addressing the acute pain. She is a doctor I would recommend to anyone that is looking for a doctor that takes you needs and concerns seriously. ”
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.
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