Caldwell Therapy Center Therapists
We believe in excellence through commitment, education and caring.
Caldwell Therapy Center's staff are leading experts in the fields of physical & occupational therapy. As an independent, therapist owned private practice our goal is to enhance or restore movement and function. Our therapists are highly motivated professionals, trained and eager to meet your individual needs. We are dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate hands-on care. It is our commitment to quality that sets us apart.
Caldwell Therapy Center (973) 575-7576
Judith D'Annunzio
PT, OCS, CKTP™
Her qualifications and experience include:
Education
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Bachelor's of Science Degree in Physical Therapy from Ithaca College, 1976
Certifications/ Advanced Training
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Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) by the State Board of Physical Therapy, since 1995
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Manual Therapy Certification (MTC) from St. Augustine University, 2003
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Certified Kinesio Taping Practioner™ (CKTP™ – KT I, II, III)
Awards
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James Tucker Excellence in Clinical Practice & Teaching Award from the American Physical Therapy Association of New Jersey (APTAnj), 2007
Memberships
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Licensed Physical Therapist by the NJ Board of Physical Therapy
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Member of the National and State Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
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NJ Society of Independent Physical Therapists (NJSIPT)
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American Academy of Orthopeadic Manual Physical Therapists (OMPT)
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Founding member of Physical Therapy Provider Network of NJ (PTPN)
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Serving on Board of Directors of the Physical Therapy Provider Network of NJ (PTPN)
Professional Interests
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Co-owner of Garden State Seminars, providing continuing education seminars for physical therapists. Courses: “Examination and Treatment of Mechanical Dysfunction of the Lumbar Spine and Sacroiliac Joint” and “Examination and Selected Interventions of the Lumbar-Pelvic-Hip Complex” and “From the Subcranial to the Thoracic Spine, Examination and Selected Manual Therapy Interventions."
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Adjunct Professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ (2002-2007)
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Chief of Physical Therapy Services at Montclair Community Hospital, and worked in Skilled Nursing facilities, industrial medicine, home care and school-based pediatric physical therapy.
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Prior to founding her physical therapist-owned private practice, she was a Staff PT at St. Barnabas Medical Center where she helped establish the SBMC Burn Unit.
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Community lectures on osteoporosis, ergonomics, posture and body mechanics, fall prevention, and sports injury prevention.
Judi is married, has two grown daughters and has been an active member of the West Essex community for over 30 years.
David Grancagnolo
PT, DPT, CKTP™
His qualifications and experience include:
Education
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Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from Springfield College
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Clinical Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from Massachusetts General Hospital
Certifications/ Advanced Training
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Certified Kinesio Taping Practioner™ (CKTP™ – KT I, II, III)
Memberships
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Licensed Physical Therapist by the NJ Board of Physical Therapy
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Member of the National and State Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
Professional Interests
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Sports Therapy
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Community based lectures on posture, body mechanics, and ergonomics in the workplace.
Dave is a lifelong local resident and attended West Essex High School.
Beth Smith
PT, CPI, CCI, CKTP™
Her qualifications and experience include:
- Bachelor's of Science Degree in Physical Therapy and Minor Degree in Gerontology from Ithaca College, 1988
Certifications/ Advanced Training
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Certified Pilates Mat Instructor (CPI) from The Professional Health and Fitness Institute
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Credentialed Clinical Instructor(CCI) from the APTA
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Certified Kinesio Taping Practioner™ (CKTP™ – KT I, II, III)
Memberships
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Licensed Physical Therapist by the NJ Board of Physical Therapy
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Member of the National and State Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
Professional Interests
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Pilates and Gerontology
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Community lectures on posture, body mechanics and ergonomics in the workplace.
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Prior to joining our staff Beth was a Senior Staff PT at Overlook Hospital in Summit, NJ, Staff PT at the Hackensack Medical Center in Hackensack, NJ, Independent contractor for home care physical therapy services and school-based physical therapy services.
Beth is married with three children, a life-long resident of West Caldwell/Caldwell and a graduate of James Caldwell High School.
Nina Paris
OT/L, CKTP™
Her qualifications and experience include:
Education
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Degree in Occupational Therapy from Sargent College of Allied Health Professions, Boston University, 1976
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Clinical Training for hand and upper extremity injuries at Massachusetts General Hospital
Certifications/ Advanced Training
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Certified Kinesio Taping Practioner™ (CKTP™ – KT I, II, III)
Memberships
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Licensed Occupational Therapist by the NJ Board of Physical Therapy
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Member of the National and State Chapter of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
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Member of the Performing Arts Medicine Association
Professional Interests
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Founder and President of The International Foundation for Performing Arts Medicine - A non-profit organization established to raise funds for injury prevention programs and to disseminate information pertaining to Performing Arts medicine.
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Prior to joining our staff Nina was the Director of Occupational Therapy at the Kathryn and Gilbert Miller Health Care Institute for Performing Artists at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Center in New York City, Associate Director of Occupational Therapy at Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, East Orange, NJ and was a clinical specialist in hand injuries and Performing Arts Medicine at Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, West Orange, NJ.
Nina is married with two grown children and a long time resident of North Caldwell.
Heidi A. Quackenboss
PT, DPT, CKTP™, COMT
Her qualifications and experience include:
Education
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Clinical Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from Touro College, 2008
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Associates Degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant from Alvernia College
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Internship with the nationally recognized "Back to Golf" Physical Therapy Clinic in Santa Rosa, CA.
Certifications/ Advanced Training
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Certified Kinesio Taping Practioner™ (CKTP™ – KT I, II, III)
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Certified Massage Therapist from Awakening Arts School
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Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork from NTMSB
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Certification in Orthopedic Massage (COMT) from OMERI
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Craniosacral Therapy (CST) I & II from Upledger Institute
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Certified Weight Trainer (CWT) from the International Weight Lifting Association
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Certified Strength Training Specialist (CSTS) from the International Weight Lifting Association
Awards
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Valedictorian, Touro College DPT 2008
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Maimonides Award recipient, Touro College, DPT 2008 (for exemplifying high professional ideals in the field of physical therapy)
Memberships
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Licensed Physical Therapist by the NJ Board of Physical Therapy
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Member of the National and State Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) since 1997
Professional Interests
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ACL Prevention in the female athlete
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Heidi is the only Clinical Doctor of Physical Therapy in the State of NJ also certified in Orthopedic Massage.
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Advanced education and specialization in foot and ankle injuries.
Heidi grew up in Point Pleasant Beach/Brick, NJ playing basketball, soccer, field hockey and softball at the varsity level. She went on to play soccer at the collegiate level. Heidi coached soccer from 6th grade level to Division 1 Collegiate Soccer
When the weather is warmer, Heidi can be found on her boat down at the Jersey Shore.
Cyril Kurian
PT, DPT
His qualifications and experience include:
Education
- Bachelor's of Science Degree in Biology from Seton Hall University, 2008
- Clinical Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from Seton Hall University, 2011
Memberships
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Member of the National and State Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
Professional Interests
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Cyril is a certified CPR/First Aid Instructor.
- He coordinated and developed a "Fun Fit Day" for special needs students at New Beginnings School in Fairfield, NJ.
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Prior to joining our staff Cryil interned at the Kessler Institue, Physical Therapy Unlimited, Lakeland Health Care Center, and MCRC Physical Therapy.
Awards
- Best In Health Sciences Research, 2011
- EMT of the Year, 2008
Cyril is from East Hanover, NJ and an active member of the East Hanover First Aid Squad. He also shares his love of Algebra as a tutor for middle and high school students.
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