David joined the PHOENIX Rehabilitation and Health Services, Inc. team in May 2012 and presently serves as Facility Director and lead physical therapist for PRHS's outpatient physical therapy facility in Hamburg.  Here, he has been an integral part of the overall development and growth of the newest PRHS location.  

David's clinical expertise focuses on generalized outpatient rehab including the development of clinical applications for restoration, maintenance, and promotion of optimal physical function for a disperse outpatient and post-operative patient population.     

Currently, he resides in the Shoemakersville area with his wife, Patty and children, Gabriella and Joshua.  Outside of the office, he enjoys many outdoor activities including: camping, kayaking, biking, jogging, and hiking.  And staying true to his roots in Western Pennsylvania, David is an avid Pittsburgh Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates fan.  David is a member of the Bridge Church and is a USNR veteran of the Persian Gulf War where he served as a Hospital Corpsman and PT Technician.

GRADUATE,

 Neumann College

   Master of Science in Physical Therapy, 1999

   Bachelor of Science, Liberal Studies, 1997

 Lehigh Carbon Community College

   Associate in Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, 1988

CERTIFICATIONS,

Direct Access

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Certified Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Instructor

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS,

American Physical Therapy Association

     APTA-Orthopedics Section

Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association

National Strength and Conditioning Association

CONTINUING EDUCATION,

2011     Applied Techniques of Manual Therapy:  The Basics of Sacroiliac Mobilization Advanced Medical Screening Integrated with Biomechanical Movement Based Differential Diagnosis for Physical Therapist            

2010     Applied Techniques of Manual Therapy:  Cervical-Thoracic Mobilization

2009     Applied Techniques of Manual Therapy:  Treatment of the Lumbar Complex

2008     Advanced Pain Assessment, Medical Screening and Biomechanical Differential Diagnosis for Physical Therapist

2007     Enhancing Treatment Outcomes with Therapeutic Modalities Electrotherapy and Ultrasound

ORTHOPEDIC/SPORTS CONSULTATIONS,

Alvernia University-Reading, PA

Daniel Boone High School-Birdsboro, PA

Hamburg Area High School-Hamburg, PA

Governor Mifflin High School-Shillington, PA

Professional Philosophy …

   "Always look at the individual as a whole, not a specific diagnosis."

Patient Care Philosophy …

 "Use a multidisciplinary approach, this will ensure the highest quality of care."