Physical Therapy
Kessler Lipman Orthopedics has an established physical therapy and rehabilitation center at each of our locations in Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton, Florida. We offer personalized and goal-oriented physical and occupational therapy services. Our highly skilled therapists will customize a treatment plan for you to help relieve your pain, improve your strength and function, promote healing, and prevent future injury.
Many orthopedic and sports injuries can be successfully treated using physical therapy. Dr. Kessler, Dr. Lipman and Dr. Shafi work closely with our physical therapists to coordinate your care plan and ensure you get the best possible treatment right on site.
For physical therapy appointments with one of our highly trained therapists, call (954) 358-0855 for our Fort Lauderdale office or (561) 995-4066 for our Boca Raton location.
Meet Our Physical Therapy Staff
Each of our therapists has over 15 years of hands-on experience treating pre- and post-operative patients. They specialize in post-injury patients and rehabilitation to return to sports activities including pickleball, football, soccer, tennis, golf, and basketball. Our physical therapists also have experience with baseball players in a rehabilitation throwing program.
Amy Cooper
Physical Therapist
Education: BS in Health Studies, Boston University; MS in Physical Therapy, Boston University
Experience: Practicing orthopedic and sports physical therapy since 2000
Jayson Stern
Physical Therapist Assistant
Education: AA at Palm Beach State College ; AS in PTA at South University
Certifications: Certified Titlest Performance Institute Golf Instructor; ISSA Certified Personal Trainer;
BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED).
Experience: Practice in fitness and sports rehabilitation for over 7 years.
Jessica Degina
Physical Therapist
Education: BS in Exercise Science, SUNY Cortland, Cortland, NY; Doctorate of Physical Therapy, SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY.
Experience: Worked as an outpatient physical therapist for Burke Rehabilitation Hospital in White Plains, NY, gaining experience in the treatment of orthopedic, post surgical, and neurologic conditions. Practicing in fitness and sports rehabilitation for over 7 years.
Cindy Dickes
Physical Therapist Assistant
Education: BA from Malone University in Exercise Science and AS from Community College of Allegheny County in Physical Therapist Assistant program.
Experience: Working in outpatient and inpatient settings as a licensed PTA since 2018.
