Murray Hill

Jena Roe, PT, DPT

Clinical Director

Treating Since

• August 2016

Education

• Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Columbia University
• Bachelor of Science, Environmental Health, University of Washington

Certification 

• Pelvic Health

Clinical Interest

• Orthopedic Therapy
• Sports related injuries
• Pelvic Health

Bio

Jena earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Columbia University and her Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health from the University of Washington. Her path to becoming a physical therapist grew out of her love of sports. Growing up, she was an athlete who played basketball, soccer, and track. When she tore her ACL playing basketball in high school, she was worried that she would not be able to get back to full strength, but her physical therapist helped her get back to where she was pre-injury. It is because of this personal experience that she utilizes a personalized approach for each patient to ensure they achieve their goals and get back to the life they want to live. Jena’s practice focuses on orthopedics and the treatment of sports injuries for patients of all ages. Additionally, she has become passionate about the treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction, a problem that is much too common, yet often overlooked. She has furthered her knowledge of the treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction by taking several continuing education courses through the Herman and Wallace Institute.

Francis Abanilla, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist 

Treating Since

• August 2024

Education

• Rutgers University / Doctor of Physical Therapy / 2024
• Mercy College / Bachelor's in Health Science / 2019

Clinical Interest

• Orthopedic pathologies
• Return to sport (specialties baseball, basketball and running)
• Neurologic population

Bio

Francis is from Astoria, NY where he grew up an avid baseball player and first experienced the world of PT addressing his sport-related injury. Francis graduated with a B.S. in Health Sciences from Mercy College and went on to get his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Rutgers University. Francis worked as an aide for 2 years in Professional PT's Murray Hill clinic prior getting his doctorate degree and returned back to his home office to begin working as a PT. Francis has experience working with orthopedics, sports, geriatric, inpatient acute care and neurologic patient populations through his clinical rotations. In his free time, he still enjoys playing softball/baseball, exercising and working on his car.

Ari Salami, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist 

Treating Since

• March 2014

Education

• University of North Georgia, Doctor of Physical Therapy
• Shahid Beheshti University, Master of Physical Therapy
• Shahid Beheshti University, Bachelor of Physical Therapy

Certification

• Vestibular Therapy
• Pelvic Floor

Clinical Interest

• Shoulder Injuries
• Knee Injuries
• Hip Conditions
• Postural Correction
• Balance Training
• Pelvic Floor
• Craniosacral Therapy
• Return to Sport

Bio

From a young age, I have always been passionate about healthcare and committed to helping others improve their quality of life. I wanted to contribute to the well-being of society, which led me to pursue a career in physical therapy, a field that I found to be both incredibly rewarding and impactful. After completing my bachelor's and master's degrees in physical therapy, I dedicated myself to continuing education to expand my knowledge and skills. Driven by a desire to further enhance my expertise, I chose to pursue a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, allowing me to take my career to the next level. With over seven years of clinical experience, I have had the privilege of working hands-on with patients, focusing on orthopedic rehabilitation and, more recently, pelvic floor therapy. Throughout my career, I have developed a deep understanding of musculoskeletal issues and their impact on patients’ functional mobility, as well as the specialized care needed for pelvic floor dysfunction. In addition to my professional training in physical therapy, I have always had a strong personal interest in exercise and wellness. This passion led me to become a certified yoga instructor, and I have integrated yoga-based techniques into my physical therapy practice to help patients improve flexibility, mobility, and overall healing. Today, my primary focus is on treating orthopedic and pelvic floor therapy patients. My diverse background in physical therapy, combined with my yoga training, allows me to provide a holistic approach to rehabilitation, helping my patients achieve their full potential and return to optimal health.

Alison Commender, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Treating Since

• July 2019

Education

• Virginia Commonwealth University, Doctor of Physical Therapy
• The College of William and Mary, Kinesiology

Clinical Interest

• Return to run
• Return to sport
• Run/gait analysis
• Balance
• Neuro population

Bio

Alison first became interested in anatomy, alignment, and function while growing up as a competitive diver. After graduating with a B.S. in Kinesiology from the College of William & Mary, she pursued her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Virginia Commonwealth University, where she completed clinical rotations working with outpatient neurologic and orthopedic populations. After moving to New York, she shifted her own activity interests to endurance-based exercise, including swimming, running, and hiking. Alison loves working with return-to-sport patients, runners, and patients with balance and neurologic conditions. When not at work, you can find her up on a mountain!