Sam graduated with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2013 from Springfield College and started working with us right after. In 2016, she passed the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties examination to become a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy, making her one of only a dozen Capital Region PTs to receive this designation. She has been certified in Sportsmetrics for ACL-injury prevention, Sound Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (Graston Technique), McKenzie A (low back treatment), the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), and has taken several continuing education courses for current best practice in treating sports-related and overuse injuries. She's also taught at PT conferences regarding rehabilitation with a focus on return to sport following ACL reconstruction. As a former gymnast, gymnastics coach, and collegiate volleyball player, she enjoys treating all orthopedic/sports conditions and utilizing functional movement screens in her treatment to address the root cause of an injury. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her husband and sons, working out, wine time with girlfriends, and outdoor activities.

Anthony began his journey in healthcare at Springfield College, where he earned his B.S in Health Science in 2021, and his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2024. While at Springfield, he was a dedicated member of the swim team, where he swam breaststroke and butterfly. Anthony enjoys treating orthopedic conditions and working with athletes to optimize their performance and recovery. He has a compassionate and personalized approach, and wants to help patients overcome obstacles and reach their goals. Anthony is a devoted Boston Celtics fan. In his free time, he enjoys cycling, reading a good book, and his favorite activity is spending quality time with his friends and family.

Vinny attended Salve Regina University for his undergrad degree in biology and furthered his education by receiving his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Utica University. Vinny is originally from Guildeland, NY. He became interested in pursuing a career in Physical Therapy following multiple sports injuries when younger. He has experience in both orthopedic and neurology settings. Vinny enjoys getting to know each patient and helping them achieve their goals over the course of treatment. Outside of work, Vinny enjoys spending time outside, golfing, hanging out with friends and attending sporting events.

Taylor attended the Occupational Therapy program at Touro College Health and sciences. An exemplary leader, Taylor acted as the president of her schools Student OT Association and received numerous leadership awards. After specializing in hand therapy and adult rehabilitation, she graduated with an MS in Occupational Therapy in 2021. Taylor is passionate about hand therapy and became a Certified Hand Therapist in 2024. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and experiencing different cultures.

Kara graduated with her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Western New England University in Springfield, Massachusetts in 2022. As part of the program requirements, she completed a doctoral capstone project entitled "A retrospective study comparing the effects of Dynamic Tape in addition to treatment on adults with upper extremity tendinopathy versus treatment alone: A focus on wrist and hand tendinopathies". Kara’s passion for hand therapy and her goal to become a certified hand therapist was cemented after participating and creating new avenues for this project. Kara is excited to use her creative abilities to develop new opportunities and potential solutions for patients with various upper extremity conditions and injuries. In her leisure time, Kara enjoys kayaking local lakes, hiking in the Adirondacks, as well as completing DIY projects such as flipping furniture and making home décor.

Sam graduated from Russell Sage College in 2026 with a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy. Sam's interest in hand therapy began after completing a Level I fieldwork placement at Nicolla Physical Therapy in 2024, where she gained valuable exposure to upper extremity rehabilitation and the specialized role of occupational therapy in hand and upper limb recovery. Outside of her professional pursuits, Sam enjoys camping, cooking, baking, and spending time with her dog.

Irinka is originally from the Republic of Georgia and has lived in the United States for over six years. Working in client service ever since, she loves connecting with people and making sure each patient feels welcomed and supported. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, and hanging out with her dog and cat.