EDUCATION
09/2003 – 06/2006
Stony Brook University
Clinical Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy with Honors
New York City, NY (USA)
09/1995 – 09/1999
New York University
Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy with Honors
New York City, NY (USA)
09/1992 – 06/1995
LaGuardia High School of Music & Art & Performing Arts at Lincoln Center
Dance Major – Arts Endorsed Regents Honors Diploma
New York City, NY (USA)
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
02/2014 – Present
Xorologi Dance Studio
Dance Physical Therapist
Athens, Greece
02/2014 – Present
Home Health Physical Therapy
Private Physical Therapist
Athens, Greece
12/2012 – 12/2013
Fresh Pond Physical Therapy
Orthopedic & Sports Senior Physical Therapist
New York City, NY (USA)
09/2005 – 05/2011
New York University Health Center
Tisch Dance Department Physical Therapy Director, & Orthopedic, Sports, Dance Physical Therapist
New York City, NY (USA)
09/2002 – 08/2005
Hands-On Physical Therapy
Orthopedic, Sports, Dance, & Certified Lymphatic Physical Therapist
New York City, NY (USA)
02/2000 – 09/2002
New York-Presbyterian Cornell Medical Center
Acute Care Physical Therapist in: CardioPulmonary, Burns, Geriatrics, Infectious Diseases, Internal Medicine, Renal Disease, Neurology, Obstetrics & Gynocology, Oncology, Psychiatry, Orthopaedics, Pain Management, Physical Medicine and Rehabiliation, Rheumatology, Wellness & Prevention Units
New York City, NY (USA)
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
08/2014
2nd ECOSEP/EFOST/ISMuLT European Sports & Exercise Medicine Conference
Guest Lecturer for Shoulder Mechanics in Sports Rehab, Lower Extremity Injuries in Ballet & Modern Dancers
Kalamata, GR
08/2013
1st ECOSEP/EFOST/ISMuLT European Sports & Exercise Medicine Conference
Guest Lecturer for Pilates Mat Exercise Modifications for Spine, McConnell Taping Techniques for the Ankle
Kalamata, GR
09/2006 – 09/2010
NYU Tisch School of the Arts MFA, BFA Dance Program Screenings
Director/Trainer of Physical Therapy Staff for Biannual Dance Screenings
New York City, NY (USA)
09/2006 – 05/2010
NYU Physical Therapy Doctorate Degree Program
Teaching Assistant for Musculoskeletal Laboratories and Manual Therapy Laboratories
New York City, NY (USA)
09/2003 – 05/2004
NYC Community Lymphedema Lectures
Lecturer for Lymphedema Awareness, Diagnosis, Treatment, & Prevention
New York City, NY (USA)
06/2000 – 12/2000
New York-Presbyterian Cornell Medical Center
Teacher for Acute Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Exercise and Fitness Class
New York City, NY (USA)
09/1992 – 06/1996
Hellenic Ballet Theatre
Choreographer/Instructor for Ballet & Modern Technique Classes and Dance Performances
New York City, NY (USA)
09/1992 – 06/1995
Hellenic School of Rye
Choreographer/Instructor for Greek Dances and School Performances
Rye, NY (USA)
CERTIFICATIONS
06/2016 – Present
Gyrokinesis Level 1 Certification
NaRei Studio
Athens, Greece
01/2011 – 02/2012
Gyrotonic Level 1 Certification
Cor Studio and NaRei Studio
New York, NY (USA) and Athens, Greece
02/2004
Lymphedema Therapist Certification
Klose Training
Los Angeles, CA
11/2003
Clinical Pilates Mat Certification for Health Care Specialist
Professional Health & Fitness Institute
Columbus, OH
CONTINUING EDUCATION
01/2016
25th Annual Panhellenic Scientific Conference of Physiotherapy
Panhellenic Association of Physiotherapists
Athens, Greece
10/2014
70th EEXOT Annual Orthopedic Surgery & Traumatology Conference
Hellenic Association of Orthopedic Surgery & Traumatology
Athens, Greece
08/2014
2nd ECOSEP/EFOST/ISMuLT European Sports & Exercise Medicine Conference
European Federation of Sports and Exercise Physicians
Kalamata, Greece
08/2013
1st ECOSEP/EFOST/ISMuLT European Sports & Exercise Medicine Conference
European Federation of Sports and Exercise Physicians
Kalamata, Greece
04/2010
Cervical – Thoracic Integration
Integrative Manual Therapy Solutions
Cortlandt Manor, NY (USA)
01/2009
Lumbar – Pelvic Integration
Integrative Manual Therapy Solutions
Bay Shore, NY (USA)
07/2008
Principals of Dance Medicine: Clinical Management of the Dancer
Harkness Center for Dance Injuries
New York, NY (USA)
04/2007
Diagnosis of Mechanical Neck Pain & Functional Stability Training
Kinetic Control
New York, NY (USA)
10/2006
16th Annual Meeting of the IADMS
International Association for Dance Medicine & Science
Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA)
03/2005
Manual Therapy Approach for Shoulder, Elbow, & Hand Pathology
Hands-On Seminars
New York, NY (USA)
11/2004
Manual Therapy Approach for Lumbar Spine Pathology
Hands-On Seminars
New York, NY (USA)
10/2004
10th NLN International Conference
National Lymphedema Network
Reno, NV (USA)
05/2004
Survival Strategies: Physical Therapy Management & Private Practice Expansion
Hands-On Seminars
Los Angeles, CA (USA)
05/2003
Manual Therapy Approach for Cervical Spine Pathology
Hands-On Seminars
New York, NY (USA)
11/2002
Intensive Training on Trigger Point, Myofascial and Proprioceptive Therapy
Hands-On Seminars
New York, NY (USA)
05/2002
Gait & Beyond NDT
JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute of New Jersey
Edison, NJ (USA)
10/2001
Introduction to NDT Neurodevelopmental Techniques
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL (USA)
01/2000
The Dancer & Aging
Harkness Center for Dance Injuries
New York, NY (USA)
09/1997 – 12/1997
Dance Alignment & The Pilates Method
NYU Dance Education Department
New York, NY (USA)
INTERNSHIP & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
11/2015
33rd Athens Authentic Marathon
Physical Therapist for Elite and Panellinies Marathon Runners at Kallimarmaro Stadium
Athens, Greece
10/2015
1st Nea Smyrni Historic Run Marathon
First Aid Volunteer at Finish Line
Athens, Greece
11/2007
37th ING New York City Marathon
Medical Team Physical Therapy Volunteer
New York, NY (USA)
07/1999 – 08/1999
Hospital for Joint Diseases & Harkness Center for Dance Injuries
PT Intern
New York, NY (USA)
05/1999 – 06/1999
New York-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital
PT Intern
New York, NY (USA)
12/1997 – 01/1998
Bellevue Hospital Center
PT Intern
New York, NY (USA)
12/1996 – 01/1997
New York Hospital of Queens Department of Orthopedics & Rehabilitation
PT Intern
New York, NY (USA)
06/1996 – 08/1996
Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Rehabilitation
PT Aide
New York, NY (USA)
09/1995 – 06/1996
Astoria Pediatric Associates
Doctor’s Aide
New York, NY (USA)
09/1995 – 06/1996
Hands-On Physical Therapy
PT Aide & Volunteer
New York, NY (USA)
09/1995 – 12/1995
New York Sports Club E. 34th Street
PT Volunteer
New York, NY (USA)
07/1995 – 08/1995
New York University Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine Pediatric Unit
PT Volunteer
New York, NY (USA)
AWARDS
08/2013
1rst ECOSEP/EFOST/ISMuLT Sports Medicine Conference
Award for Exceptional Knowledge & Contribution
Kalamata, Greece
11/2007
2007 ING New York City Marathon
Certificate of Appreciation for Contribution to Medical Team
New York, NY (USA)
04/2002
NYC Firefighters Foundation
Certificate of Appreciation for Saving & Treating Burn Victims of the World Trade Center Disaster
New York, NY (USA)
05/1999
New York University Kappa Delta Pi
International Honor Society in Education Award
New York, NY (USA)
05/1999
New York University Founders Day Award
Award for Highest level of Outstanding Scholastic Achievement
New York, NY (USA)
06/1995
LaGuardia High School of Music & Art & Performing Arts
Honor Society Member, Regents Achievement Award
New York, NY (USA)
DANCE EXPERIENCE
07/2001
Accepted to Alvin Ailey “Ailey II” Dance Company
Dance Audition
New York, NY (USA)
09/1992 – 06/1999
Broadway Dance Center
Dance Student
New York, NY (USA)
09/1997 – 06/1998
“Kaleidoscope Dancers” New York University Dance Education Department
Company Dancer
New York, NY (USA)
09/1994 – 08/1996
Steps on Broadway
Dance Student
New York, NY (USA)
01/1996 – 06/1996
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre
Dance Student
New York, NY (USA)
09/1992 – 06/1996
Hellenic Ballet Theatre
Principal Dancer
New York, NY (USA)
06/1995 – 08/1995
Eglevsky Ballet Company
Company Dancer
New York, NY (USA)
09/1992 – 06/1995
LaGuardia High School of Music & Art & Performing Arts at Lincoln Center
Dance Student
New York, NY (USA)
06/1992 – 08/1992
Martha Graham School of Contemporary Art Summer Intensive
Dance Intern
New York, NY (USA)
06/1988 – 08/1988
The Joffrey Ballet School Young Dancers Summer Program
Dance Intern
New York, NY (USA)
09/1982 – 06/1992
Helen Skarla Dance Studio
Dance Student
New York, NY (USA)