River Vale Physical Therapy Meet Our Staff
- 40+ Years of Experience
- Physical Therapist Owned
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If you're looking for qualified and experienced therapists, turn to the experts at River Vale Physical Therapy Whether you need physical therapy or massage therapy, we've got you covered! Rest assured knowing that we have a state-of-the-art facility for all your therapy needs. Call us today to schedule your appointment.
Denise Keehn
P.T., D.P.T
Denise is the Owner and Director of Northern Valley Physical Therapy and continues to practice as a licensed physical therapist. After receiving a Bachelor of Science Degree from Russell Sage College/Albany Medical College School Physical Therapy in 1979, she began her career in rehabilitation at the Kessler Institute in West Orange New Jersey.
She then transitioned into inpatient/outpatient care at The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood, New Jersey. While working and attaining continuing education credits, she began her own private practice in-home care and sports medicine. She then opened a private practice office in Fort Lee, New Jersey specializing in TMJ pain, dysfunction, and postoperative treatment.
Northern Valley Physical Therapy, P.A. was established in 1982 as a partnership specializing in workers' compensation injuries and orthopedic and neurologic rehabilitation. With her leadership, the practice has evolved, expanded, and met the challenges of our changing health field. Today under her direction, Northern Valley Physical Therapy and River Vale Physical Therapy provide excellent professional care at the highest level. Being responsible for the quality of care is her most important objective.
In 2018, Denise completed her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Dominican College in Blauvelt, New York. Moving forward, her personal mission statement is as follows:
As a dedicated physical therapist, I will listen attentively while evaluating patients with movement dysfunction. I will combine skilled treatment methods with Respect, instruction, and encouragement to achieve effective, positive patient outcomes.
Joseph A. Massaro
P.T., D.P.T.
Joseph was born and raised in Old Tappan, NJ, and graduated from Northern Valley Regional High School. Dr. Massaro graduated summa cum laude from Rutgers University with his bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, then went on to achieve his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Rutgers School of Health Related Professions (formerly the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey), where he received the Academic Excellence Award for superior academic performance.
For the past 10 years as a licensed clinician, Dr. Massaro has prided himself on providing an outstanding level of individualized care for patients of all ages. His specialties include orthopedic rehabilitation as well as fall prevention therapy.
Joe is passionate about physical therapy because the field is rapidly growing and expanding into new roles, and physical therapists can truly make an impact on patients from all walks of life. He has always enjoyed the teaching aspect of physical therapy, and his experience as a Neuroscience Teaching Assistant for the DPT program means that he excels in helping his patients understand every phase of the rehabilitation process.
He is excited about the future of the field of physical therapy, and shares the APTA’s vision of “transforming society by optimizing movement to improve the human experience.”
Tracey Grant
P.T., D.P.T.
Tracey Grant has been practicing as an outpatient orthopedic physical therapist for the past 15+ years. She began her career in New York City working in an orthopedic/sports rehab clinic, treating patients of all ages and physical activity levels. On the weekends she worked at Beth Israel Hospital on the acute rehabilitation floor, helping patients return to basic activities such as walking and stair climbing. Tracey enjoys rehabilitating patients after surgical procedures and seeing them thrive as they return to everything from grocery shopping to running marathons.
Tracey received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Columbia University in 2008 and her Bachelors of Science, with a concentration in Exercise Physiology, from the University of Delaware in 2005. In her spare time she loves to be outside, playing pickleball, going for a run or enjoying family time at a park.
Recently Tracey has taken continuing education classes in balance training and falls prevention.
Monique Bersano
PT, DPT, OCS
Dr. Monique Bersano is a licensed physical therapist with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts. With over 10 years of experience, Monique specializes in the treatment of sports injuries, orthopedic impairments, and balance disorders for patients across the lifespan. She strives to incorporate the latest research in her
treatment plans, and offers an individualized approach to her care. Monique has also been awarded advanced certification as an Orthopedic Certified Specialist through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties.
In recent years, Monique has expanded her breadth of physical therapy care in the arenas of Women’s Health and Pelvic Floor physical therapy, as well as Dry Needling for the musculoskeletal system. In her spare time, Monique can be found making memories with her growing family and newborn son. She enjoys any activity outside in the fresh air, as well as reading and painting.
Theodore Ambrogio
Teddy graduated from the Kinesiology and Exercise Science program at William Patterson University in May 2024. He aspires to enter a Doctoral Program in Physical Therapy. Teddy notes he is passionate about the field of physical therapy. He enjoys being part of the rehab team, especially observing slow, steady patient progress on the way to accomplishing their goals. As a certified personal trainer, Teddy likes to make fitness fun at all levels.
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