Dr. Gerard Desmond, DPT - Physical Therapist  (PT) in New York, NY
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Dr. Gerard Desmond, DPT

Physical Therapist (PT)

Practice & Contact Information


Primary Office

Practice Address
Recovery PT (Grand Central)
200 Park Ave at( 45th St.)
New York, NY
10017

Office Hours
Mon07:00am - 08:00pm
Tue07:00am - 08:00pm
Wed07:00am - 08:00pm
Thu07:00am - 08:00pm
Fri07:00am - 08:00pm




Biography


During his eighteen years as a physical therapist, Jerry has had extensive experience in the fields of sports rehabilitation and the strength and conditioning of athletes at all levels of competition. Jerry has provided a “hands on” approach to treating orthopedics and sports-related injuries on a recreational level, as well as, a professional sports level with athletes from the New Jersey Nets, New York Rangers, Alvin Ailey American dancers, professional tennis players, the Dance Theatre of Harlem, Amateur boxers, and high school and college baseball athletes. His greatest passion is the sport of baseball, as he is the founder of the Falcons Baseball traveling team, which is a program that introduces competitive baseball to children in his community. His accomplishments in clinical care of his patients is based on the genuine caring for patients combined with a methodical approach to diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal dysfunction.

Basic Information

Specialties
  • Physical Therapist (PT) - Sub-Specialty: Sports

Details About Dr. Desmond's Specialization and Area of Focus.
Specialized in orthopedics and sports physical therapy.

Medical Philosophy: Integrative Medicine

Gender: Male

Languages Spoken: English

Years In Practice: 27 (started in 1986)

Accepts New Patients: Yes

Dr. Desmond specializes in treating the following types of patients:
  • Elderly and Geriatric Patients
  • Athletes

Accepted Health Insurance Plans


  • Aetna
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Billing Policies & Payment Options


Dr. Gerard Desmond accepts the following payment methods:

Cash
Cashier's/
Check M.O.
Personal
Check
Visa
Mastercard
American
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More info: We are in-network for most major insurers and will work with you to maximize out-of-network benefits.Our evidence-based approach to treatment and documentation ensures that you get the maximum possible PT visits approved and covered by your health plan.

Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: No
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: No


Education & Training

Education
UniversityDegreeArea of FocusGraduated
Hunter CollegeAssociates DegreePhysical Therapy1986

Experience & Accolades

Dr. Gerard Desmond has not yet specified details about his education and training.


Experience
PositionOrganizationTIme Period
Director - Recovery PT (Grand Central)Recovery Physical Therapy
Jerry serves as Executive Director at Recovery PT's Grand Central (200 Park Avenue) location, where he specializes in orthopedics and sports physical therapy.
1999 - Present
DirectorHealth South
Developed a back school program, a work hardening program and specialized in ergonomic management.
1995 - 1999

Procedures & Treatments Offered


  • Injury prevention
  • Pre-season screenings for athletes
  • Athletic performance enhancement
  • Concussion management.
  • Biodex assessment
  • Cryotherapy
  • Heat Therapy
  • Electrical Stimulation
  • Joint Mobilization
  • Soft Tissue Massage
  • Stretching
  • Resistance Training
  • Plyometric Exercises
  • Kinetic Chain Strengthening

Commonly Prescribed Medications


Dr. Gerard Desmond has not yet listed the medications that he commonly prescribes.

Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Gerard Desmond has not yet indicated the hospitals that he is affiliated with.

Practice Photos & Videos

Jerry Desmond



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Graduated from Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry 1990, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1981 in Dental Hygiene, President of the Virginia Academy

Avg. Patient Rating
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80/80

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