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. Jessica Lefkowitz graduated from University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and then continued to Columbia University to complete her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. Her interest in PT was sparked at a young age after a shoulder injury playing softball. Since then, Jessica has made it a life goal to continue to become the best version of herself by continually learning, giving back to the community, and excelling in a field of work in which she truly believes in.
When she is not in the clinic, Jessica enjoys running to Taylor Swift, weight lifting, reading, enjoying a beach day, and making her friends and family laugh. She has a passion for traveling around the world and trying different dishes associated with each culture. Currently, Jessica is working to complete running all 7 world marathon majors.
Dr. Jonathan Liang is a Bachelors of Exercise Science graduate turned Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. His clinical experience spans across sports orthopedics, level 1 trauma rehab, and home health, where he has worked with a diverse range of neurological, orthopedic, and pre/post-surgical patient conditions. At Bespoke Treatments, Jonathan combines his strength/conditioning and evidence-based rehabilitation expertise to construct individualized treatment plans that optimize recovery, enhance performance, and promote long-term sustainable wellness. Outside of patient care, Jonathan enjoys bodybuilding, gymnastics, playing piano, international travel, and trying new coffee shops.
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. Tomokazu Kato, DPT, PT, CIDN, FRCms is a physical therapist dedicated to optimizing human performance across all levels, from elite athletes to everyday movers. With extensive experience working within New York City’s martial arts community, he has helped professional boxers, kickboxers, MMA fighters, and multiple-time Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world champions perform at their best.
Blending his expertise in performance rehabilitation, manual therapy, and movement optimization, Dr. Kato tailors each program to meet the unique demands of his clients’ sport and lifestyle. His approach integrates strength and conditioning, functional range conditioning, and evidence-based recovery methods to help athletes move efficiently, recover faster, and prevent injury.
A lifelong martial artist and black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Dr. Kato is also a 3-time IBJJF Masters World Champion and Pan American Champion.
Dr. Emily earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Quinnipiac University. She has experience working with a wide range of conditions, including neurological, orthopedic, balance/gait and vestibular disorders. Emily takes a collaborative and compassionate approach to care, empowering her clients to become the best version of themselves. She takes a personalized approach, tailoring every session to her clients’ unique goals and needs to deliver truly individualized care. Her experience as a competitive gymnast instilled in her the importance of consistency, hard work, and embracing challenges—principles she now brings to her clinical practice.
Her special interests include post-operative rehab and strength and conditioning. Outside the clinic, Emily enjoys HIIT and Pilates classes, going down the shore, finding new coffee shops, and spending time with her niece.
Billy Reilly, MS, PT, graduated from Northeastern University in Boston, earning his undergraduate degree in rehabilitation science followed by a master’s degree in physical therapy. He later served as clinical director for two orthopedic and physical therapy clinics. Billy’s experience as a clinical director provided him with the expertise needed to assist patients with a wide range of health care needs at his Manhattan practice in New York City, Empire Physical Therapy & Athletic Rehabilitation, PC.
Billy has been practicing physical therapy in New York City since 2005. He believes that physical therapy provides a valuable way for patients of all ages to improve their health. At his practice, Billy emphasizes the importance of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise to relieve pain and promote wellness.
While Billy enjoys using his skills to assist patients struggling with illness or chronic pain, he knows that physical therapy can also be beneficial for young athletes and active adults. An athlete himself, Billy has many years of experience treating sports injuries. He also helps athletes learn how to protect their health by preventing future injuries.
When not practicing physical therapy, Billy enjoys spending time with his wife, their two sons, and their rescue pup, at their Manhattan home. In addition to playing baseball and coaching his son's little league team, he also volunteers with local schools to teach students and coaches how to improve their athletic performance.
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Empire Physical Therapy & Athletic Rehabilitation, PC
A New York native, Paul LaRosa, MS, PT, founded Empire Physical Therapy & Athletic Rehabilitation, PC on the East Side of Manhattan in New York City in 2003.
Paul completed his undergraduate degree at Bucknell University before working for several years as a personal trainer. He went on to earn his master's degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons.
After starting his practice, Paul earned an additional certification in manual therapy. At Empire PT, he emphasizes the importance of manual adjustments as part of a comprehensive physical therapy strategy.
Paul worked for several years at Lenox Hill Hospital in Manhattan, focusing on neurology, post-op care, and orthopedic rehab. Later, he became the supervisor for Lenox Hill's outpatient physical therapy center.
During his time at Lenox Hill, Paul gained valuable experience and training in orthopedic physical therapy. He also honed his expertise in helping patients recover from surgery, traumatic injury, and cardiovascular conditions.
In recent years, Paul has also served as a teaching assistant at Columbia University and a consultant for the Body Works MD home rehab video series. A firm believer in the importance of sports medicine and physical therapy, Paul works to make these treatments accessible to as many people as possible.
When not working, Paul enjoys spending time with his wife, their two sons and their dog. He’s a lifelong athlete and gym buff with a particular love of tennis, skiing, and football. Paul is passionate about working with young athletes, and he currently coaches youth baseball and soccer.
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Empire Physical Therapy & Athletic Rehabilitation, PC
In his 10+ years of career as a physical therapist, Dr. Pandya has successfully treated hundreds of patients and athletes ranging from minor league baseball players, golfers, professional dancers, runners, gymnasts, weightlifters and professionals from all walks of life, including doctors.
Dr. Pandya. has the credit of bringing high improvement results in cases of some patients who had previously taken treatment at other clinics and had failed improvement history, often mistakenly labeled as "failed cases".
Dr. Pandya’s patients appreciate his ability to quickly identify the root cause of the problem and provide individually customized treatments to put them back on their feet which in turn improves their quality of life.
