MONMOUTH COUNTY and Middlesex County PHYSICAL THERAPISTS

Dr. Leonard J. Somarriba Doctor of Physical Therapy & Co-Owner

Dr. Leonard J Somarriba received his Masters of Physical Therapy from the University of Connecticut in 2006. He earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Montana in 2008. Dr. Somarriba also did his Fellowship training in manual therapy at the prestigious Institute of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy in Woburn, MA. He has extensive training and experience in the management and treatment of orthopedic injuries and ailments including spinal pathology, joint related dysfunction, and muscle/tendon disrepair. Read More

Dr. Liliane B Scafidi Physical Therapist

Dr. Lili then completed a one year clinical fellowship in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy at the Institute of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy, which is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital and Boston University. Lili went on to attend the University of Montana where she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree. She practices as an outpatient Physical Therapist, with advanced training in orthopedics and manual therapy. Lili enjoys running, traveling, and spending time with her family. Read More

Dr. Erik Hums Physical Therapist

Dr. Erik Hums specializes in manual therapy and orthopedics, and has a passion for providing his patients with the highest quality care. Erik earned his Physical Therapy Doctorate fromthe Saint Francis University School of Health Sciences in Loretto, PA. He is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists. Read More

Dr. Nichole Chaviano Physical Therapist

Dr. Nichole Chaviano earned her Bachelors of Science in Exercise Physiology & Strength + Conditioning from the University of Delaware,she then went on to pursue a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Rutgers University in 2015. Read More

Dr. Kara Perkins Physical Therapist

Dr. Kara Perkins earned her doctorate of physical therapy from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (now known as Rutgers Medical School) in 2013. After graduation Kara immediately began working in the outpatient setting and has continued to do so since. Read More

Dr. Deirdre Vira Physical Therapist

Dr. Deirdre Vira earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Ramapo College of New Jersey and a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Rutgers University. Throughout her high school and collegiate athletic careers Deirdre gained a passion for helping others to grow and achieve their goals. Read More

Dr. Mir Shithil Physical Therapist

Dr. Mir Shithil earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology at The College of New Jersey. He went on to earn his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at New York University. While at NYU, he developed expertise in the fields of wound care, lymphedema, and sports rehabilitation. READ MORE

Dr. George Eskander Physical Therapist

Dr. George Eskander earned Bachelor Degrees in Exercise Kinesiology and Psychology from Rutgers University. He went on to receive his Doctor of Physical Therapy at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in Florida.  

Thomas Horvath Physical Therapy Assistant

Tom uses his passion for the field of physical therapy and dedicates himself to helping patients achieve their best possible treatment outcomes, while constantly challenging himself to improve as both a clinician and as an individual. Read More

Christian Blake Physical Therapy Assistant

Christian Blake is a highly motivated, skilled Physical Therapist Assistant whose caring nature contributes to his role as a successful and dedicated clinician. He understands the importance of exercise in the promotion of overall good health and wellness. Read More