Physical Therapy and Hand Therapy clinics open; all under one roof.
MELVILLE, N.Y., Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Professional Physical Therapy, a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy and rehabilitation services across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, is excited to announce the opening of two state-of-the-art clinics in Farmingdale, NY. Conveniently located in the same building and on the same floor at 234 Airport Plaza, these clinics provide specialized care tailored to the unique needs of the community.
The Physical Therapy Clinic offers a comprehensive range of rehabilitation services to address various musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. The Hand Therapy Clinic is exclusively dedicated to expert care for hand and upper extremity conditions. This dual-location approach ensures that patients on Long Island have greater access to Professional Physical Therapy's clinical expertise and innovative treatment options, all under one roof.
Clinic Details
- Farmingdale Physical Therapy, NY: Led by Clinical Director Partner John Chillo, PT, DPT, the clinic is located at 234 Airport Plaza Blvd., Suite 11F.
- Farmingdale Hand Therapy, NY: Led by Clinical Director Partner Alexandra Demetriou, OTR/L, CHT, the clinic is located at 234 Airport Plaza Blvd., Suite 11D.
Both clinics were launched under Professional's strategic partnership program, which empowers clinicians with ownership and operational leadership opportunities.
Specialized Care from Experienced Clinical Leaders
Alexandra Demetriou, OTR/L, CHT, the Clinical Director Partner at Farmingdale Hand Therapy, is the only Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) in the area. With over 30 years of experience, she brings unparalleled expertise in treating a wide range of conditions, including post-surgical hand, elbow, and shoulder cases, fractures, tendon repairs, sports injuries, and carpal tunnel release. Alexandra is also highly proficient in custom splinting, offering tailored solutions onsite to support optimal recovery and function.
Demetriou shares, "I am honored to bring specialized Hand Therapy services to the Farmingdale community. Our goal is to help individuals regain independence and improve their quality of life, whether recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or seeking advanced upper extremity care. Thank you for placing your trust in us— I look forward to partnering with Professional Physical Therapy to deliver exceptional care and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of my patients."
John Chillo, PT, DPT, Clinical Director Partner at Farmingdale Physical Therapy, received his bachelor's degree in health care management and went on to earn his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2017. John brings a dynamic treatment approach to the clinic and is focused on guiding patients through their recovery while working towards their personal goals.
Chillo states, "I could not be more excited to partner with the company in which I have spent my entire career. We chose Farmingdale as the ideal location for the clinic. There is a true demand for quality physical therapy in the area and growing up just a few miles down the road, it was the perfect fit for me. It is my passion to improve the health and function of my patients and I am extremely grateful I now have the ability to do just that in my hometown."
Convenience and Patient-Centered Care
Both clinics prioritize patient access and convenience with:
- Acceptance of most major insurance plans.
- Flexible hours, including early mornings and late evenings.
- No physician referral or prescription required to start treatment.
- Scheduling initial evaluations quickly, sometimes the same-day or next day.
- Personalized treatment plans and home exercise programs with ongoing education.
Professional Physical Therapy currently operates widely across five of the Northeast states. For more information and a full list of all Professional Physical Therapy locations and services, please visit http://www.professionalpt.com.
About Professional Physical Therapy
Professional Physical Therapy was founded in 1999 and is an industry leader, providing private outpatient physical and hand therapy services throughout the Northeast. Our clinical team is comprised of multi-specialty Physical, Hand and Occupational Therapists who can treat a wide variety of orthopedic injuries and conditions with excellence. Today, Professional has grown to include over 200 facilities in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.
Media Contact
Professional Physical Therapy, Professional Physical Therapy, 516-321-2400, [email protected], https://www.professionalpt.com/
SOURCE Professional Physical Therapy

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