About this Clinic

We are a free standing clinic in the heart of the Upper West Side of Manhattan. There are 3 therapists well trained in pre and post surgical exercise programs, manual therapy and joint mobilization techniques.

Available Services & Equipment

• Full-service Gym
• Plyometric and balance equipment
• Electrical Stimulation
• Ultrasound
• Heat / Ice
• Massage Therapy (including Swedish, Deep Tissue, Table Shiatsu, Sports, Medical & Geriatric massage techniques)

Clinic Directory

Name: Jennifer K. Ewing, MPT
Credentials: Facility Manager, Masters in Physical Therapy
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Jenn is a graduate of Emory University and has been practicing Physical Therapy since 1998. She enjoys treating orthopedic patients of all ages and specializes in sports rehabilitation, particularly running injuries. She played volleyball at Duke University and now lives and works in NYC. She has run 6 marathons and is looking forward to training and participating in triathlons in the near future.

Name: Richard Geismar, MSPT
Credentials: Masters in Physical Therapy, Assistant Facility Manager
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Richard is a graduate of Columbia University School of Physical Therapy with over 12 years of clinical orthopedic experience. He specializes in treating sports and musculoskeletal injuries as well as post surgical cases. Richard is an Upper West Sider and enjoys politics and spending time with his 3 children.

Name: Gil Zaharoni, PT
Credentials: Physical Therapist
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Gil was born and raised in Israel and is a 2004 graduate of University of Haifa with a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy. His clinical interests include sports-related injuries, orthopedic physical therapy and manual therapy. His main goal is to return all of his patients to their previous functional level and educate them on preventing secondary impairments. His hobbies include tennis, squash, snowboarding and jogging. He is proud to be part of the SPTNY family and is excited to work in NYC as a Physical Therapist.

Name: Melissa Stoudenheimer
Credentials: Licensed Massage Therapist
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Melissa is a well-rounded massage therapist who is skilled in Swedish, deep tissue, table shiatsu, sports massage, geriatric massage and medical massage. Her massage has been described as therapeutic and deep, yet relaxing and in many cases “zen”. She has worked in a variety of massage environments including numerous medical and fitness environments and 5-star spas, where she has worked on celebrities, royalty and professional athletes. Private clients include MDs, performing artists, alternative health professionals, bodyworkers, physical therapists, nursing home patients and more. She is especially skilled in working with clients experiencing chronic neck pain, upper & lower back pain and fibromyalgia. She also has extensive experience treating musicians with repetitive stress injuries and geriatric clients. She is a 2002 graduate of the Swedish Institute and a member of the American Massage Therapy Association.

Name: Robert DeGuzman
Credentials: Rehab Tech

Name: Christian Jocelyn
Credentials: Rehab Tech

Name: Sylvia Valentin
Credentials: Patient Services Coordinator
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Name: Sylvette Vargas
Credentials: Patient Services Coordinator
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