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Education:
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May 1999 – December 2001
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University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy
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August 1996 – December 1998 |
Barry University, Miami Shores, Florida
Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine/Athletic Training |
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Experience:
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January 2005 – Present |
Orthopedic Rehabilitation Specialists
Miami, Florida
Physical Therapist/Athletic Trainer
Evaluation and treatment to various patient populations including
orthopedic, neurological, pediatric, geriatric, bariatric, and
post-operative patients in an outpatient setting. |
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March 2004 – January 2005 |
Neurology Associates Group
North Miami Beach, Florida
Head Physical Therapist/Clinic Director
Treated various patients in an outpatient orthopedic/neurological
setting. Managed outpatient physical therapy clinic as well as physical
therapy staff throughout multiple clinics.
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July 2002 – December 2003 |
Benchmark Medical/Matrix Rehabilitation
Frederick, Maryland
Clinic Director, Physical Therapist/Athletic Trainer
Provided physical therapy/athletic training care to patients in an
outpatient orthopedic setting. Managed physical therapy clinic and
patient treatment.
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January 2002 – July 2002 |
Frederick Orthopedic Rehabilitation
Frederick, Maryland
Staff Physical Therapist/Athletic Trainer
Evaluated and treated various patients in an outpatient orthopedic
setting including area high school/college athletes. Also provided
athletic training coverage as needed to area schools and sporting
events.
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January 1998 – May 1999
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University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
Athletic Trainer,
Provided initial care, immobilization, and rehabilitation of injured
athletes with emphasis on football athletes. Involved with pre-practice
preparation including taping, bracing, and field preparation.
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January 1997 – May 1999 |
Barry University, Miami Shores, Florida
Athletic Trainer/Student Athletic Trainer
Provided care and rehabilitation for men’s and women’s soccer teams as
well as men’s basketball and women’s softball. Provided pre and
post-practice treatment to injured athletes. |
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certifications:
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September 2004: |
Pilates Mat Certification
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June 2001: |
FIM (Functional Independence Measure) certification
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February 1999:
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ATC obtained through National
Athletic Trainer’s Association(NATA) Board of Certification
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August 1996 – present: |
CPR/emergency responder |
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RESEARCH & PUBLICATIONS:
Raya MA, Gailey RS, Roach KR, Conole S, Doran D,
Jagessar C and Valdivieso T. Variables Predicting Six-Minute Walk Test
In Individuals With Lower Extremity Amputation (abstract). 2001;81:A25-2
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Continuing Education:
Various post-graduate coursework with an emphasis on
sports medicine, orthopedics, functional design, manual therapies, and
documentation/coding guidelines.
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Professional:
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1999 – Present: |
American Physical Therapy
Association/Orthopedic Section
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1999 – Present: |
Florida Physical Therapy Association
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1996 – Present: |
National Athletic Trainer’s Association |
