ACCESS PT South Yonkers
Phone
(914) 234-8530Fax
(914) 236-7311Ways To Schedule
ACCESS PT South Yonkers
Phone
(914) 234-8530Fax
(914) 236-7311Clinic Hours
- Monday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Thursday
- 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Services & Treatments at this location
- Back Pain
- Chronic Pain Management
- Comprehensive Knee Rehabilitation
- Fall Prevention & Balance Disorders
- Foot Assessment & Foot/Ankle
- Geriatrics
- Total Joint Replacement Rehabilitation
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Neurological Rehabilitation
- Office Ergonomics
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Pediatric & Adolescent Therapy
- Pelvic Floor Therapy
- Post-Surgical Rehab
- Return to Sport
- Scoliosis
- Stroke Recovery
- Kinesio / Rock Tape
- TMJ Dysfunction
- Vestibular Rehabilitation
- Work Related Injuries (Worker’s Comp)
Meet the Team
Nidhi Shah PT, DPT
Area Director, Physical Therapist
Nidhi Shah PT, DPT
Area Director, Physical TherapistSpecialties: BLS-Certified
Dr. Nidhi Shah is an Area Director at ACCESS PT, bringing together extensive clinical expertise with progressive leadership in healthcare operations. With over nine years of experience in outpatient rehabilitation and healthcare management, she is passionate about building high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and improving access to exceptional patient care across multi-site rehabilitation practices. Prior to her current role, Dr. Shah served as Vice President of Operations at TherapyCare Physical Therapy, where she spent two years leading strategic operational initiatives, developing company-wide key performance indicators (KPIs), optimizing workflows, strengthening operational infrastructure, supporting revenue cycle and payer relations, and partnering with executive leadership to improve organizational performance and deliver sustainable growth.
Before transitioning into executive leadership, Dr. Shah practiced as a Physical Therapist for over five years, earning the trust of patients and colleagues through compassionate, evidence-based care and consistently outstanding clinical outcomes. She built a reputation for exceptional patient satisfaction, reflected in numerous five-star reviews on Google and Zocdoc, while helping patients restore function and improve their quality of life. This strong clinical foundation, combined with her passion for leadership and process improvement, naturally led her into healthcare operations. Today, she collaborates with Clinical Directors and executive leadership to oversee multi-site operations, mentor leaders, implement standardized processes, drive performance improvement, support organizational growth, and foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and clinical excellence.
Dr. Shah earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Loma Linda University after completing her Bachelor of Physiotherapy in India. She also completed a Certificate Course in Yoga and Naturopathy Therapy and received professional training in Bharatanatyam Classical Dance, reflecting her lifelong commitment to movement science and holistic healthcare. A licensed Physical Therapist in New York and BLS-certified, Dr. Shah was recognized on the Dean’s List and awarded scholarships for academic excellence. She is committed to advancing rehabilitation through operational excellence, innovation, and servant leadership, with a vision of empowering clinicians, enhancing patient outcomes, and building high-performing healthcare organizations that positively impact the communities they serve.
Sureshkumar Balakrishnan DPT, MPT, BPT, OCS
Clinic Director, Physical Therapist
Sureshkumar Balakrishnan DPT, MPT, BPT, OCS
Clinic Director, Physical TherapistDr. Sureshkumar Balakrishnan is a Clinical Director and experienced Physical Therapist specializing in advanced outpatient rehabilitation. With a Doctor of Physical Therapy and advanced training in orthopedics, he brings extensive expertise to patient care and clinical leadership. At the Yonkers facility, he leads with a focus on evidence-based practice and serves on the Neuro Clinical Quality Council at Confluent Health, where he has been nominated for Neuro Council Chair.
His clinical approach combines advanced manual therapy techniques—including Maitland, McKenzie, and Mulligan—with modern technologies such as Surface EMG to support functional recovery and patient-centered outcomes.
Michael Ilejay PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
Michael Ilejay PTA
Physical Therapist AssistantMichael Ilejay is a Physical Therapist Assistant with several years of clinical experience. He earned his associate degree and has been serving patients at the South Yonkers location since beginning his career.
He has experience treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including sprains, back pain, and post-surgical rehabilitation, and works with patients across diverse populations—from athletes to older adults. Michael has a strong interest in sports rehabilitation and is actively pursuing advanced certification in this area.
Sreeshma Haridas PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
Sreeshma Haridas PTA
Physical Therapist AssistantSreeshma Haridas, holds a Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) in Cardiopulmonary Science and Health Promotion & Fitness and has extensive clinical experience in the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients across all age groups. She is skilled in managing cardiopulmonary, orthopedic, neurological, and geriatric conditions, as well as mobility disorders and post-operative rehabilitation. She is committed to delivering patient-centered care, improving functional outcomes, and promoting overall health through evidence-based physiotherapy practice. Her clinical expertise includes comprehensive patient assessment, clinical reasoning, and individualized treatment planning, along with exercise therapy and functional rehabilitation.
She is experienced in post-operative care, patient and caregiver education, community-based rehabilitation, and home-based interventions. She is also proficient in the use of electrotherapy and therapeutic modalities, with a strong focus on structured discharge planning and coordinated referral processes to ensure continuity of care.
Krystal Rosado
Office Coordinator
Krystal Rosado
Office CoordinatorKrystal Rosado is a skilled Office Coordinator who oversees day-to-day operations across all clinic locations. She manages scheduling, patient communications, and administrative workflows with efficiency and professionalism. In addition to her leadership role, she trains and supports all Patient Coordinators, ensuring consistent, high-quality service throughout the organization.
Known for her strong organizational skills and friendly demeanor, Krystal helps create a welcoming and well-coordinated experience for both patients and staff.
Geetha Reddy Sama PT, MS
Clinic Director, Physical Therapist
Geetha Reddy Sama PT, MS
Clinic Director, Physical TherapistGeetha Reddy Sama is a Physical Therapist and Clinical Director, specializing in evidence-based rehabilitation and performance-focused care. With a master’s degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from the University of North Texas and a strong foundation in physical therapy, she brings advanced clinical expertise to every patient interaction.
Geetha develops targeted treatment plans designed to restore movement, improve function, and support long-term recovery. Her clinical experience spans orthopedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary care, pediatrics, geriatrics, women’s health, and sports rehabilitation, allowing her to deliver well-rounded, individualized care.
As an internationally certified Mulligan Practitioner, she incorporates advanced manual therapy techniques to enhance outcomes and accelerate progress. Committed to clinical excellence, Geetha is dedicated to helping patients return to optimal health, activity, and performance.
Affiliated with:
This clinic is an in-network partner of Montefiore Health System.
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