Wind Gap

Dean grew up in Holland Township, NJ before attending East Stroudsburg University where he graduated with honors obtaining his B.S. in Biology. Dean then attended Hahnemann University in Philadelphia where he graduated with high honors gaining his Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy. Dean was the director of a private outpatient practice for 24+ years in Annandale, NJ prior to joining the St. Lukes team. Dean has an extensive post-graduate education, including advanced training in McKenzie spinal evaluations, Mulligan joint mobilization techniques as well as a strong focus on shoulder, knee, ankle, and sports rehabilitation. Dean’s areas of expertise are of all musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and sports injuries for all ages. Other areas of interest include vestibular rehabilitation, balance training, fall prevention, chronic fatigue, and other chronic pain syndromes. Dean has always believed in a comprehensive approach to the evaluation and treatment of injuries. Dean believes that there is nothing better to treat the body than the body itself and that if you treat the source of the pain that the symptoms will be alleviated. Dean achieves this though therapeutic exercise, manual techniques, posture and body mechanics instruction and patient education to address the current issue and help prevent re-injury. In his free time Dean enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, and spending time outdoors.

Born and raised in Saylorsburg, Bobby has spent most of his life in the community through school, sports and community events. Bobby graduated from a local high school, Pleasant Valley High School. He later achieved his Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science from Shippensburg University. From there he went on to obtain his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Saint Francis University. Since graduation, Bobby has been completing continuing education in orthopedics with a focus on the spine and back pain. Bobby believes that every patient is different in both character and need. Therefore, each patient needs individualized treatments, specific to them in order to facilitate rehabilitation and assist the patient to return to what matters to the patient. Bobby also gives the patient autonomy in their treatment and gives them the tools to treat themselves in order to have long lasting effects. Outside of his profession, you can find Bobby spending time with his family as well as dogs as he is active with fostering dogs in need and helping them find forever homes. Bobby also enjoys watching sports, weightlifting, and is interested in cars of all kinds.

Isaac was born and raised in Nazareth, PA and graduated from Nazareth Area High School. He later graduated from Moravian College with a Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences, where he played soccer there for 2 years. From there, he went on to obtain his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Messiah University. Since graduation, Isaac has been working on continuing his education by completing certification courses. He is currently Certified Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Therapist. Isaac enjoys working with athletes as well as patients of all ages with different orthopedic injuries. Isaac believes in building strong relationships with patients, building their rehabilitation programs around their wants and needs, and using clinical evidence to provide the best care possible for his patients. Outside of his profession, Isaac enjoys weightlifting, bodybuilding, playing soccer, hiking, playing guitar, and spending time with family and friends.

Christian earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Sport & Exercise Physiology with a minor in Biomechanics in 2021 and his Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2024 from DeSales University. Christian is a compassionate therapist dedicated to empowering his patients by providing holistic, evidence-based care. He enjoys working with a wide variety of populations and finds purpose in ensuring each patient reaches their goals in a creative, patient-centered manner. Christian has particular clinical interest in treating balance disorders and pathologies related to the spine but looks forward to every challenge. He is currently pursuing a certification in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy of the spine (MDT) and hopes to grow in other specialty areas throughout career. Outside of the clinic, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends, growing in his faith, playing sports, trying new restaurants, and spending summers at the beach.

Jennifer’s areas of interest include treatment of various orthopedic conditions, spinal rehabilitation, and vestibular therapy. She is a 2005 graduate of Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where she received her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Health Sciences and Master’s in Physical Therapy degree. She has had her direct access license as well for several years. Jennifer is a Certified Graston Technique Specialist, which is a form of instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization for the treatment of pain and range of motion restrictions. She has completed all training and has been a therapist in the St Luke’s comprehensive spine program. She also received a vestibular certification from the American Institute of Balance. Jennifer believes in individualized treatments with a hands-on approach. Outside of work she enjoy traveling, hiking, and cooking.

Beth specializes in orthopedics, concussion therapy, and vestibular rehabilitation and holds a vestibular certification from the American Institute of Balance. She is an experienced clinician and has been with St. Luke’s for over seventeen years. Beth graduated from Temple University in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and in 2005 with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. Her therapeutic interventions promote functional restoration and rapid return to previous level of activity.  Beth is also a member of the APTA and uses evidence-based practice in all her treatment plans. She is also a mother of three and enjoys spending time at all their sporting events and dance competitions.