Devora Alexander, DPT
Physical Therapist
Treating Since
Education
- Doctoral Degree, Physical Therapy, Touro College
- Bachelor's Degree, Psychology, Queens College
Memberships
Clinical Interest
Bio
As a child I spent a lot of time around my grandparents. Both my grandfathers had neurological disorders that led them to needing PT.
I witnessed numerous sessions with the PT, and watching my grandfathers be able to do things with the PT I had never seen them do
on their own was eye opening and led me on this path to become a PT myself.
Gabrielle Leach, OTR/L, MS
Occupational Therapist
Treating Since
Education
- Long Island University / Masters of Occupational Therapy
- Coastal Carolina / Bachelors of Exercise Science
Memberships
Clinical Interest
- Sports-related injuries
- Client-centered care
- Upper extremity splinting
Bio
Gabrielle earned her Master’s degree from Long Island University in 2024, where she was a member of the women’s soccer team and developed a passion for sport-specific rehabilitation. She has experience working with a wide variety of conditions and a diverse patient population. Gabrielle has a strong interest in upper extremity splinting, post-surgical care, and treating patients through a holistic, client-centered approach. She is currently working toward becoming a Certified Hand Therapist.
Gordon Golbart, PT, DPT, CSCS
Senior Physical Therapist
Treating Since
Education
- Long Island University/Doctor of Physical Therapy/2022
- California State University of Northridge/Kinesiology Exercise Science/2019
Certification
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- LSVT-Big
Clinical Interest
Bio
From a young age, I have always been captivated by the power of movement and the profound sense of freedom it provides. This passion naturally led me to pursue a career in physical therapy, where I could help others regain their mobility and live life to the fullest. I earned my Bachelor of Science at California State University, where I studied kinesiology with an emphasis on exercise science. Building on this foundation, I later attended Long Island University to receive my Doctorate in Physical Therapy. My love for movement and its impact on well-being inspired me to focus on orthopedic and sports-related injuries. I find great satisfaction in assisting athletes and individuals recover from injuries, guiding them through tailored rehabilitation programs, and witnessing their progress. Whether it's helping someone return to their favorite sport or simply enabling them to move without pain, I am dedicated to improving my patients' quality of life through physical therapy.
David Baum, OTR/L, CHT
Occupational Therapist
Treating Since
Education
- New York University, Master of Occupational Therapy
- Molloy University, Bachelor of Science Biopsychology
Certifications
- Occupational therapy
- Certified Hand Therapist
Clinical Interest
- Throwing injuries
- Boxing/MMA injuries
- Handball injuries
- Climbing injuries
- Return to sport/work
Bio
David Baum is an Occupational Therapist with extensive experience in Upper Extremity rehabilitation. He obtained a B.S. in Biopsychology from Molloy University and a M.S. in Occupational Therapy from New York University with a concentration in clinical anatomy. During his master's program, he completed clinical rotations in outpatient hand therapy and inpatient rehabilitation before choosing to specialize in hand therapy. He has a special interest in upper extremity and neurological injuries, pain management, sports occupational therapy and return to work interventions. In addition, David also has experience in school-based and outpatient pediatrics. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, handball, basketball and spending time with his family, and friends.
Emily Erickson, OTR/L, CHT
Occupational Therapist
Treating Since
Education
- University of Scranton, Occupational Therapy, 2022
Certification
Clinical Interest
Bio
Since starting in the occupational therapy program at the University of Scranton and working as a PT aide, I knew I wanted to work in a physical rehabilitation setting. I developed a passion for hand therapy during my Level II fieldwork rotation at Professional Hand Therapy at the Kew Gardens and Manhasset locations. After passing the NBCOT I began working for ProPT at different locations from Westchester to Long Island. I am extremely excited to continue growing my skill set and making an impact on patients' lives as a grow my career as an occupational therapist.
Casey Young, OTRL, CHT
Occupational Therapist
Treating Since
Education
- Seton Hall University/ MS in Occupational Therapy/ 2022
- Seton Hall University/ BA in Social and Behavioral Sciences/ 2020
Certification
Memberships
Clinical Interest
Bio
Casey Young is a graduate from Seton Hall University' Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy. therapy. She became interested in Occupational Therapy after learning about the holistic approach to returning to full functional abilities and improving patient's quality of life. She is passionate about treating patients of all ages and conditions. She is a former Division I Swimmer, however now enjoys spending time on land running, hiking, and skiing.
Kalindi Thakral, PT, MS, GTC, CAFS, SFMA
Physical Therapist
Treating Since
Education
- University at Buffalo/ Master's in Exercise Science
- Maharashtra Institute of Health Science / Bachelor's in Physical Therapy
Certification
- Graston
- Selective Functional Manual Assessment
- Certification in Applied Functional Science
Memberships
Clinical Interest
- Orthopedic
- Neurological
- Vestibular
- Pediatric
- Geriatric
- Post Operative
Bio
Kalindi Thakral is a dedicated physical therapist with 3+ years of clinical experience and a strong background in patient-centered rehabilitation. She combines clinical expertise with a personalized approach to help patients reduce pain, restore movement, rebuild strength, and confidently return to the activities that matter most to them.
Throughout her career, Kalindi has worked with a diverse range of patients across orthopedic, neurological, vestibular, pediatric, geriatric, and post-operative rehabilitation. Her approach is grounded in careful assessment, clinical reasoning, and individualized treatment plans designed to address the underlying factors affecting movement and function—not simply the symptoms.
Kalindi has also served as a Clinical Director in an outpatient rehabilitation setting, where she took on responsibilities beyond patient care, including clinical leadership, staff mentorship, and maintaining high standards of care. This experience strengthened her ability to look at rehabilitation from both a clinical and patient-centered perspective while fostering an environment where patients feel supported throughout their recovery.
What Kalindi values most is building meaningful relationships with her patients and making rehabilitation both effective and empowering. She believes patients achieve the best outcomes when they understand their condition, actively participate in their recovery, and have a treatment plan tailored to their individual goals and lifestyle.
Her clinical interests include orthopedic and functional rehabilitation, exercise-based therapy, and helping patients achieve meaningful, measurable improvements in strength, mobility, and overall function.
Her professional interests include orthopedic and functional rehabilitation, exercise-based treatment, and helping patients achieve meaningful, measurable outcomes. She is certified in Graston Technique, CAFS, SFMA, Kinesio Taping, Cupping, and is also a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
Joshua Wessler, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Treating Since
Education
- Hunter College, Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Middlebury College, Bachelor of Environmental Studies and Spanish
Memberships
Clinical Interest
- Orthopedics
- Exercise-based therapy
- Functional rehabilitation
- Evidence-based practice
- Treating runners and running-related injurie
- Working with endurance athletes
- Return to sport and activities of daily living
Bio
Joshua Wessler, PT, DPT, is a New York State licensed physical therapist practicing in New York City. He attended Hunter College, where he received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. He completed rotations in acute care and in outpatient settings, including at NYC Health and Hospitals, NYP-Columbia, and the Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine and Athletic Trauma (NISMAT) at Northwell Health. Dr. Wessler treats outpatient orthopedic conditions including, but not limited to, the foot and ankle, knee, hip, spine, shoulder, and elbow. He is dedicated to helping all patients increase their confidence, coordination, and functional strength so they can return to their favorite activities. Dr. Wessler also emphasizes education so that his patients are empowered to make the most of their rehabilitation. In addition, Joshua has worked as an NYC-based running coach since 2017, and is an avid runner himself, having completed 9 marathons to date and numerous local races. He enjoys working with runners and treating running-related injuries to help athletes get back to their sport. In his spare time, he loves reading, cooking, and spending time with his family.
