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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. 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. 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.

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.

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.

Alena Polesin, MD, is a board-certified Physiatrist (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation physician), and also specializes in sport and pain medicine. She is proud to serve patients at New Jersey Pain Management, with offices in Morristown, and Rockaway.

After graduating from University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, she completed her residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at New York Presbyterian – The University Hospital of Columbia & Cornell, serving as a Chief Resident.  After extensive post residency training and clinical experiences in musculoskeletal medicine, she became Director of Spine, Sports & Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation at New Jersey Pain Management -The Spine, Sports and Pain Medicine Center. She is currently on staff at the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine – Morristown Medical Center, Atlantic Health System.  Dr. Polesin is Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine and Pain Medicine. Her most recent Clinical Awards include New Jersey’s Top Doctors 2017-2018 and Patient’s Choice Award.

Dr. Polesin specializes in helping individuals recover from acute and chronic injuries. Her expertise in non-operative spine and orthopedic medicine, combined with large clinical acumen of neurologic and rheumatologic conditions and board certifications in Pain and Sports Medicine set her aside from many narrowly-trained physicians as a comprehensive specialist in all aspects of conservative neuromusculoskeletal care. She is an expert in image-guided diagnostic and therapeutic injections utilizing ultrasound and fluoroscopy, and is fully proficient in electrodiagnosis. Her clinical approach is focused on both: immediate effective pain reduction, as well as an assessment of the whole musculoskeletal system to prevent further injury and slow down effects of wear and tear associated with aging.

Dr. Polesin recently developed a growing interest in Regenerative Medicine approaches, a new and exciting field with emphasis on a more natural recovery from many chronic and difficult-to-treat conditions. Dr. Polesin strongly believes that patient education, teamwork between healthcare practitioners, and utilization of both traditional and alternative treatments enables significantly better outcomes and ensures the best possible functional recovery.

Expertise:

Comprehensive Non-operative Spine and Orthopedic Care; Neck and Back Pain; Acute Musculoskeletal Injuries; Sports Injuries; Tendon, Ligament & Joint Injuries; Workers’ Compensation Cases; Motor Vehicle Related Injuries; Overuse Syndrome; Osteoarthritis & Rheumatoid Arthritis; Peripheral Nerve Injuries; Acute & Chronic Pain (Shoulders, Knees, Hips, Elbows, Hands & Feet); Scoliosis

Interventions:

Interventional Spinal Procedures; Electrodiagnostic Studies; Epidural Steroid Injections; Intraarticular Injections; Peripheral Nerve Blocks; Trigger Point Injections; Diagnostic Ultrasound; Botulinum Toxin Injections; Scar Release; Complete Biomechanical Assessment; Platelet Rich Plasma Injections; Prolotherapy; Lyftorgt Perineural Injections; Stem Cell Regenerative Procedures

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. 

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

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.

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.

Dr. Adam Barga, PT, DPT is a Doctor of Physical Therapy providing in-home care for Reddy Care patients in Manhattan. He graduated with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Evansville in 2017, having completed a wide variety of clinical experiences including hospital, outpatient, and international rehabilitation settings. He relocated from Indiana to New York following PT school and has worked with the US Army, in an outpatient orthopedic clinic (of which he served as clinic director), and in home care serving children with special needs. Adam has experience with a variety of conditions, including orthopedic post-surgical care, post-concussion rehab, balance and dizziness, pediatric and adolescent care, and he especially enjoys working with older adults who need a boost to improve their daily activity level. Adam’s favorite part of being a physical therapist is the excitement of meeting new people and establishing a relationship of trust, lighthearted humor, and most importantly providing the right level of challenge to help his patients achieve their therapy goals.

Adam currently sees patients in Western Queens and Upper Westside of Manhattan.

Prabal Singh, PT, DPT received his Bachelors Degree in physical therapy while in India.  He then continued his education and received a Masters of Neuroscience from Columbia University and his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Stony Brook. He has been practicing physical therapy since 2010 and has been working at Reddy Care since 2013.  He loves to treat neurological patients and enjoys watching cricket and soccer games during his free time.

About Maitreyi Shukla, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Geriatric Physical Therapist GCS

Dr. Maitreyi Shukla, PT, DPT, MS, Board-Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist has over 10 years of experience. She finished her undergraduate studies in India and since has unending dedication towards patient care while working in various clinical settings with a focus on evidence-based care. She came to the USA to pursue her Masters in Rehabilitation Sciences from the prestigious University of Pittsburgh with a concentration in orthopedic rehabilitation. Since her graduation, she has worked in an outpatient setting with an emphasis on hands-on care while helping complex patients suffering from a myriad of problems achieve their goals. She simultaneously has pursued her passion for learning by achieving her DPT as well as on keeping her education current while pursuing various programs including taping, PNF, and manual therapy. She most recently was named as a board-certified clinical specialist in geriatrics by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialities (ABPTS) of American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). A specialist certification that formally recognizes physical therapists who show sincere dedication to pursuing excellence in care with advanced knowledge. She enjoys having conversations with her patients, traveling, reading, and restoring old furniture in her spare time.

Dr. Darnell Peters, PT, DPT graduated from Andrew’s University with a Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy in 2010. He has since worked in various settings from acute care, inpatient rehab, outpatient clinics, aqua-therapy, and home care and has over 10+ years of experience as a PT. 

Darnell loves to work with patients in the neuro setting dealing with issues from stroke, Parkinson’s disease, vestibular and balance issues, and more.

In his spare time, Darnell is a loving husband and father to his wife and 5 yr old daughter and is a musician playing for various events, weddings, and concerts.

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.

Dr. Franklin Sinchi, PT, DPT graduated with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Stony Brook University in 2017. During his time in Stony Brook’s Physical Therapy program, he completed clinical affiliations in acute care, pediatric, and outpatient vestibular/neurological/orthopedics. Since graduating, he has worked in an outpatient clinic and In-Home PT. All this has allowed him to treat patients of all ages, from pediatrics to geriatrics, with a variety of cases ranging from neurological deficits to orthopedic pathology. Dr. Sinchi's areas of interest are in orthopedics, post-surgical care, and neurological rehabilitation. Most importantly, I take pride in developing an effective treatment plan for each individual to help them obtain or regain each of their needs and goals in physical therapy.    .  

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.