Asra Abdullah Clinical Director  HSS Rehabilitation Preservation Certified Clinician Clinical Director H&D Midtown and Center Coordinator of Clinical Education H&D Midtown Asra is an accomplished Clinical Director at H&D Midtown, specializing in patient-centered care and rehabilitation. Holding the esteemed designation of Board-Certified Orthopedic Specialist (OCS), she demonstrates a high level of proficiency in diagnosing and treating orthopedic... Read more →
Elaine Borja-Jaffe Dr. Elaine Borja-Jaffe is a board-certified Physical Therapist specializing in pelvic health, TMJ dysfunction, and Bell’s palsy/facial paralysis. With a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and Psychology from Union College and a Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from New York University, Elaine is highly qualified in her field. She is an active member of professional associations... Read more →
Esther Milina Esther, a skilled occupational therapist, holds a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from SUNY Downstate. With a focus on outpatient care, she brings valuable experience in orthopedic and neuro rehabilitation. Esther specializes in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation, demonstrating a commitment to excellence through ongoing professional development. Currently preparing for the CHT exam, she actively... Read more →
Fanny Chan Fanny earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy and Bachelor’s in Health Sciences from Drexel University. With a diverse background in various healthcare settings, including acute care, outpatient neuro, and outpatient orthopedics, she has honed her skills as a physical therapist. Fanny’s treatment approach is rooted in a strong multi-systems perspective, addressing patients from both anatomical... Read more →
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Gregory Hullstrung Partner H&D Midtown Greg met Rob DiLillo while both were working at the highly-regarded Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, at NYU Medical Center, and they launched H&D Physical Therapy in 1997.  In addition to providing patient care, Greg consults with employers to help them develop proactive solutions to reduce their healthcare costs. In 2016, Greg... Read more →
Justin Ettinger Director of Vestibular Rehabilitation H&D Midtown Justin is a dedicated professional with a passion for helping individuals with neurological conditions and mobility impairments improve their functional abilities, reduce the risk of falling, and enhance their overall quality of life. As the Director of Vestibular Rehabilitation at H&D, Justin brings extensive knowledge and expertise in the... Read more →
Kathleen Fox Physical Therapist H&D Midtown Before coming to H&D, Kathleen worked at Rusk Institute for several years while working part time in the evenings in a Sports Rehab setting.  Kathleen knows firsthand the effects of sports injuries on quality of life having herself been sidelined with chronic injuries as a result of playing several sports, including... Read more →
Kyle Curtis Kyle is a highly qualified and compassionate Doctor of Physical Therapy, specializing in orthopedic injuries and conditions, sports injuries and conditions, and post-surgical rehabilitation.  He obtained his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Northeastern University, where he acquired a solid foundation in the field. With a diverse clinical background, Kyle has gained extensive experience in various... Read more →
Lauren Calzolaio Lauren earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Science from Skidmore College, where she double-majored in Exercise Science and Dance. She began her physical therapy career combining both disciplines, initially working at a company that serves the Broadway community. With over a decade of experience in the rehab and... Read more →
Mary Piltz Physical Therapist H&D Midtown Mary was an Assistant Professor at Long Island University’s Physical Therapy Program as well as the Director of their Advanced Graduate Musculoskeletal program. Mary has been a consultant for staff development for Lenox Hill Hospital’s PT Department and an Adjunct Professor at NYU and Ithaca College. She has over 25 years... Read more →
Mistral Hay Mistral Hay is a physical therapist dedicated to her patients through individualized and attentive care. She integrates her diverse background as a professional dancer and circus artist in her physical therapy practice, merging her deep passion for movement with a commitment to healing. Her transition to physical therapy was inspired by her own experiences with performing... Read more →
Nathan Sherwood Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist HSS Hip Preservation Certified Clinician   Nathan has been fascinated with the structure, function, and adaptability of the body since he was a child. Initially aspiring to be a comic book artist, he studied anatomy and how the body moved. Later, as an actor, dancer, musician,... Read more →
Theodore O’Brien Teddy is a graduate from Hunter College where he earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Throughout his education he gained clinical experience in multiple outpatient settings, as well as acute care and intensive neurological inpatient rehabilitation.  He has over 10 years of experience working as a personal trainer with clients of various ages and abilities. ... Read more →
Thomas Grunewald Physical Therapist H&D Midtown Thomas (Tom) is a former professional dancer who enjoyed a successful 20-year career in the field. After retiring from dance, he transitioned into a new role as a physical therapist. He honed his skills and expertise by rotating through various disciplines at Beth Israel Hospital, gaining valuable experience and knowledge in... Read more →