Naeemah Ruffin DPM, PC, Ballet Podiatry

Dr. Naeemah Ruffin is a New York State Board-Certified Podiatrist and specializes in treating ballet dancers of all ages. Dr. Ruffin performs biomechanical evaluations, pre-pointe assessments, treats injuries, and provides holistic foot care services. Her office is located at [...]

Biomechanics   Credentials Received by DFD   Injury Prevention   Licensed   Online   Podiatrist   Pointe Assessments   We come to you  

Special Offers: 20% off total cost of initial visit when you mention Doctors for Dancers

dance injury   Board Certified   Dance Medicine  

Instagram: @balletpodiatry

Hours of Operation: Hours by appointment only. Check website or call office.

Address:

10 County Center Road, Suite 119, USA 10607

1995 Broadway, Ste 801, USA 10023

(Lincoln Center)

26 Broadway, Suite, Ste 931, New York, USA 10004

(Financial District)

Aimee Martel, DPT, PT

Aimee Martel graduated in 2007 with her doctorate in physical therapy from Samuel Merritt University. She opened her practice in 2012 to focus on providing local dancers with the specialized care they deserve, and enjoys working with dancers from [...]

Credentials Received by DFD   Licensed   Physical Therapist   Pointe Assessments  

Special Offers: 10% off the initial evaluation if you mention DFD

Instagram: @draimeept

Facebook: Dr. Aimee Martel, DPT, PT

Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only

Address:

1196 Boulevard Way, Walnut Creek, CA, USA, Suite 7, California, USA 94595

Lillian Hicks, DPT – Vital Motion Physical Therapy

Physical therapy is not just for the injured dancer, it’s for every dancer! Whether you're recovering from an injury, preventing one, or striving to enhance your performance, I’m here to help you reach your fullest potential. Hi, I’m Lily Hicks, [...]

Credentials Received by DFD   Dry Needling   Physical Therapist  

Special Offers: 20% Initial Evaluation if you mention you found me on Doctors for Dancers! That’s $40 off initial services!

Instagram: @lilyhicks.dpt

Hours of Operation: Virtual: Mon-Fri 8am-8pm. In-person: Tuesday and Thursday 8am-8pm

Address:

2525 Alcott Street, Denver, CO, USA, Unit 1C, Colorado, USA 80211

Raymond Walls, MD, MFSEM, FRCS(Tr&Orth), FAAOS. NYU Langone Orthopadics

As a former World champion Irish dancer and lead performer in Riverdance, Dr. Walls has a unique understanding on what is needed to get back on the stage. He has two simple goals for his patients: relieve pain and [...]

Credentials Received by DFD   Orthopedic Surgeon   Physician   Sports Medicine  

Instagram: @DrRayWalls

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Ray-Walls-MD/61553941333584

Hours of Operation: Office hours: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays 8a-5p

Address:

171 Delancey Street, New York, USA 10002

Jenna Molczan, DPT – Fyzical Therapy and Balance Centers

Jenna Molczan, DPT is a physical therapist and dance teacher in her hometown in Western Pennsylvania.  She received her bachelors degree in exercise science and a doctorate in physical therapy from Slippery Rock University.  During her time at SRU, [...]

Credentials Received by DFD   Cupping   Exercise Physiologist   Licensed   Physical Therapist   Strength and Conditioning  

Special Offers: Free 15 minute in office consultation

Hours of Operation: Mon-Thur 8am-6pm, Fri 8am-12pm

Address:

601 Pittsburgh Road, Butler, PA, USA, Pennsylvania, USA 16001

Dean Sosa, PT, DPT, BRM

My name is Dean Sosa and I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy and strength coach for artist-athletes. I graduated in May 2020 from Saint Joseph’s University. I have several years of clinical experience working with high school and [...]

Online   Physical Therapist   We come to you  

Instagram: @juzdean.dpt

Hours of Operation: Please contact via phone, email, or instagram for scheduling

Address:

Los Angeles, CA, USA 90023

1355 Palmetto St Suite 140, Los Angeles, CA 90013

Galit Friedlander

Galit Friedlander's passion for fitness comes from 17+ years of experience in the dance world, where she quickly discovered the need for injury prevention and dance-specific cross-training.  Galit believes that personal training/conditioning for dancers can be best used to [...]

Credentials Received by DFD   Personal Trainer   Strength and Conditioning   Women’s Health  

Instagram: @gogalit

Facebook: Galit Friedländer

Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only

Address:

4795 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA, USA, Suite E, California, USA 91602

Dr. Jessi White, PT, DPT – Statera Wellness LLC

Dr. White graduated from The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in 2015. She is a Licensed Physical Therapist in Washington DC and Maryland and is a Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist (CMTPT/DN) utilizing dry needling [...]

Biomechanics   Credentials Received by DFD   Cupping   Dry Needling   Injury Prevention   Physical Therapist   Sports Medicine   Strength and Conditioning  

Special Offers: 10% discount on the first visit when you mention DFD

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation   Gyrotonic (R)   Progressing Ballet Technique   We come to you  

Instagram: @jessiwhite_dpt

Facebook: @jessiwhite_dpt

Hours of Operation: Call or Email to schedule

Address:

Maryland, USA 20011

On-site & In-home PT services

Dr. Gianna Morton PT, DPT – Athlete Restoration Company

As both a lifelong dancer and physical therapist, I’m passionate about helping dancers move, train, and recover to reach their highest potential. I graduated from Quinnipiac University with my Bachelor of Health Science and Doctorate of Physical Therapy in [...]

Biomechanics   Credentials Received by DFD   Cupping   Dry Needling   Injury Prevention   Licensed   Physical Therapist   Sports Medicine  

Special Offers: call for available discounts for dancers

dance injury   Dance Medicine   dry needling   manual therapy  

Instagram: @athlete.restoration.co

Facebook: https://athleterestorationcompany.com/

Hours of Operation: M-F 7am-5PM, hours vary and therapists are flexible to work with your schedule if other times are needed

Address:

1655 Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL, USA, Suite 106, Florida, USA 33401

Kayla Freeman – DPT, Elizabeth Rogers Pilates and Physical Therapy

Kayla is passionate about movement and understands firsthand what it’s like to be sidelined from dance and other beloved activities due to injury. She also knows the joy of returning pain-free and is dedicated to helping others do the [...]

Biomechanics   Credentials Received by DFD   Injury Prevention   Pain Management   Physical Therapist   Pilates   Pointe Assessments  

Hours of Operation: M-R 7:00am-6:30pm; F 7:00am-5pm

Address:

3603 S McClellan St, Washington state, USA 98144

Chelsea Pierotti Ph.D., Passionate Coach LLC

Chelsea Pierotti, Ph.D. is a Sport Psychology Consultant for dancers through her organization, Passionate Coach LLC. As a former professional ballet dancer and dance team coach she focuses on mental skills training including mental toughness, confidence, anxiety control, motivation, [...]

Counseling   Doctors For Dancers Advisory Board Member   Online   We come to you  

Special Offers: Schedule a free 30 minute discovery call with Dr. Chelsea to find out how mental performance coaching can help your dance career

Instagram: @dr.chelsea.pierotti

Facebook: drchelseapierotti

Hours of Operation: Contact for schedule

Address:

POB 17431, Colorado, USA 80308

Jan Dunn, MS – Denver Dance Medicine

Jan Dunn, MS  is a dance educator/dance medicine specialist with 33 years of experience, a Pilates rehabilitation and conditioning specialist for 30 years, and a Franklin Method Educator for 16 years, based in Denver, CO. Her degrees are in [...]

Biomechanics   Credentials Received by DFD   Exercise Physiologist   Injury Prevention   Personal Trainer   Pilates   Strength and Conditioning   We come to you  

Special Offers: For Private sessions: First session is complimentary / discount offered on 5 or 10 pack of sessions

Facebook: The Bridge Dance Project

Hours of Operation: hours arranged on a personal basis

Address:

Denver, CO, USA, Colorado, USA 80027

Megan Barker, PT, DPT, OCS, WHC – Rhythm Health LLC

As a former collegiate dancer, Megan understands the demands and challenges dancers face, as well as the need for specialized treatment. Her experiences with her own injuries and journey through the healthcare system have made her a compassionate and [...]

Dry Needling   Injury Prevention   Licensed   Online   Physical Therapist   We come to you  

Special Offers: 15% off first visit when you mention Doctors For Dancers

Instagram: @rhythmhealthdpt @hypermobilityhealthcoach

Hours of Operation: Check website

Address:

Falls Church, VA, USA, Virginia, USA 22046

Washington D.C., DC, USA, USA 20001

Dr. Katherine Millis, PT, DPT, CSOMT, FAAOMPT (Certified in Sports & Orthopedic Manual Therapy) (Fellow with the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Therapists) , Excelerate Physical Therapy, LLC

Injury? No injury? Wish to develop into a stronger/well-rounded dancer? If you answered yes to any of these, then Excelerate Physical Therapy is appropriate for you and your needs. Excelerate Physical Therapy provides personalized, one-on-one rehabilitative services in the comfort of [...]

Biomechanics   Exercise Physiologist   Injury Prevention   Licensed   Pain Management   Physical Therapist   Sports Medicine   Strength and Conditioning   We come to you  

Special Offers: Call for any available discounts

Instagram: @exceleratept

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExceleratePT

Hours of Operation: Concierge Medicine; By appointment only.

Address:

Mobile Physical Therapist - We come to you!, Texas, USA 77479

Houston, TX, USA, Texas, USA

Dallas, TX, USA, Texas, USA

Megan Richardson, MS, Dipl Ac, LAc, ATC – Megan Richardson Wellness

As a former dancer Megan knows the physical and emotional demands of the performing arts profession and aims to support each client retain health and balance as well as facilitate a quick return to function and health. She has [...]

Athletic Trainer   Cupping   Dry Needling   Injury Prevention   Pointe Assessments   Acupuncture  

Instagram: @meganrichardsonwellness

Facebook: @meganrichardsonwellness

Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only

Address:

99 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, USA, 4th Floor, Suite 403, New York, USA 10016

Dr. Mona Tsutsui, PT, DPT, CFSC, RKC

Mona Tsutsui is a Physical Therapist based in NYC and is a Pilates teacher certification candidate. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in Miami, where she built skills in [...]

Credentials Received by DFD   Injury Prevention   Licensed   Online   Physical Therapist   Pilates   Sports Medicine  

Special Offers: Free fitness assessment with our training team. If you are dealing with an injury, please go to our PT inquiry form for a free consult call with our team

Instagram: @mona.t.dpt / @mxa.pt

Hours of Operation: Tues: 8am - 8pm Wed: 8am - 8pm Thurs: 3pm - 8pm Fri: 8am - 11:30am Sat: by appointment only

Address:

4 West 14th Street 2nd floor, New York, NY, New York, USA 10011

4 West 14th Street 2nd floor, New York, NY, USA, New York, USA 10016

Tues: 8am - 8pm Wed: 8am - 8pm Thurs: 3pm - 8pm Fri: 8am - 11:30am Sat: by appointment only

Dr. Kirk Ramirez, PT, DPT- Moti Physiotherapy

Dr. Kirk Ramirez earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine after earning his BS in kinesiology from the University of La Verne. His history of playing and coaching football led him to pursue a [...]

Physical Therapist   Sports Medicine   Strength and Conditioning  

Instagram: @moti_pt

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motiphysiotherapy/

Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 7-8

Address:

1965 Hillhurst Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, USA, California, USA 90027

Matthew Kohler, MD – Ospina Medical – Regenerative Spine & Joint

As a highly sought-after interventional pain and regenerative medicine specialist in the UES of Manhattan, Dr. Kohler has naturally aligned with treating professional dancers, Broadway performers, and athletes alike.  It  has always been a passion of his to work [...]

Credentials Received by DFD   Pain Management   Sports Medicine Physician  

Special Offers: Special Discount Available for All Dancers on Procedures not Covered By Insurance (including Regenerative Medicine Treatments)

doctor   pain management   regenerative injections   sports medicine   joint   prp   stem cells   dance injury  

Instagram: @dr.kohler

Facebook: @ospinamedical

Hours of Operation: M-F 9-5

Address:

Ospina Medical, 635 Madison Ave Ste 1301, New York, USA 10022

Lauren Dean, LAT, ATC, Cert DN, CES – AT the Stage, LLC

Lauren Dean is the owner and founder of AT the Stage, LLC, a mobile athletic training service dedicated to the health and longevity of high-level performers. With over 10 years of sports medicine and performing arts medicine experience, she [...]

Athletic Trainer   Credentials Received by DFD   Cupping   Dry Needling   Injury Prevention   Sports Medicine   Strength and Conditioning   We come to you  

Special Offers: Complimentary 20-min intro call. New Year 2026 Special: $10 off initial assessment

Instagram: @at.the.stage

Facebook: @atthestage2

Hours of Operation: Email for scheduling

Address:

Florida, USA 34761

Amber Fahey – SHIFT

Elevate Your Dance Journey with Amber Fahey! As a dedicated mind and body conditioning coach, I specialize in helping dancers enhance their performance through a unique blend of movement and mindfulness practices tailored just for you. With a 200-hour meditation [...]

Credentials Received by DFD   Pilates   Strength and Conditioning   Yoga   Mental Performance Coach  

Special Offers: Call for available discounts

Instagram: @shiftwithamber

Facebook: @shiftwithamber

Hours of Operation: Check website

Address:

9755 Frederick Circle, Omaha, NE, USA, Nebraska, USA 68124

Lyssa Wopat, M.S., CMPC – Performentality, LLC

Lyssa Wopat is Certified Mental Performance Consultant® for dancers and performers through her company, Performentality, LLC. As a former professional dancer who also went to college for dance at The University of North Carolina School for the Arts, Lyssa has [...]

Counseling   Credentials Received by DFD   Online   We come to you   Mental Performance Coach  

Special Offers: Schedule a FREE 20-minute consultation to… 1) Find out more about mental performance coaching/mental skills training, 2) Ask your questions, and, 3) Make sure we are a good fit to work together (if that’s what you’re looking for)!

Instagram: @performentalityllc

Hours of Operation: Check website

Address:

USA 21111

Yoga for Dancers

Founded by Marja Lankinen, Yoga for Dancers' movement methodology roots in therapeutics through yoga, meditation, and myofascial release techniques. Every class targets strength training, flexibility, range of motion, joint integrity, structural awareness, recovery, body awareness, and self care in [...]

Yoga  

Instagram: @marjayoga @yogafordancers

Hours of Operation: See Website

Address:

11105 Weddington St, North Hollywood, CA, USA, Movement Lifestyle, California, USA

11528 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604, USA, Millennium Dance Complex, California, USA

Dr. Steven J. Karageanes, DO, Restorative Physical Medicine

Dr. Karageanes is primary care sports medicine physician who is the Medical Director of MercyElite Sports Medicine and Sports Performance at St Mary Mercy Hospital. He serves on the advisory boards of Youth Protection Advocates in Dance and the [...]

Biomechanics   Injury Prevention   Licensed   Sports Medicine   Sports Medicine Physician  

Special Offers: Dancers are first priority for access to our clinic

Instagram: @stevenkarageanes

Facebook: @drscoop

Hours of Operation: M-F, 8am-5pm

Address:

43250 Grand River Avenue, Novi, MI, USA, Michigan, USA 48377

Taryn Cohn, Total Care Physical Therapy, PT, MSPT, COMT, OCS

I am a physical therapist with more than 17 years of experience. I am a certified orthopedic manual therapist through the Ola Grimsby Institute and have been recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. [...]

Dry Needling   Injury Prevention   Physical Therapist   Pilates   We come to you  

Instagram: @taryn.cohn

Hours of Operation: Check website

Address:

New Orleans, LA 70119, USA, Louisiana, USA 70119

Marissa Sinak, PT, DPT

Marissa is a Physical Therapist with SSM Health - Select Medical and an avid supporter of the St. Louis dance community. Marissa has studied ballet and pointe, tap, jazz, and contemporary dance and is passionate about helping dancers perform [...]

Injury Prevention   Licensed   Pain Management   Physical Therapist   Strength and Conditioning  

Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 7:00-6:30, Friday 7:00-6:00.

Address:

1027 Bellevue Avenue, Richmond Heights, MO, USA, USA 63117

Stephanie Foresi MSPT – Foresi’s Individualized Training (FIT)

A former Division II gymnast and coach, Stephanie Foresi, MSPT, has dedicated over 27 years as an orthopedic manual physical therapist specializing in injury treatment, prevention, and safe return to competition. For the past 21 years, she has owned [...]

Credentials Received by DFD   Injury Prevention   Physical Therapist   Pilates  

Special Offers: Available to come to studio for free injury prevention clinics.

Instagram: @fitsports122

Facebook: @stayfitconnecticut

Hours of Operation: 7-8pm Mon-F Sat and Sun by appointment

Address:

122 Spring Street, Southington, CT, USA, D4, Connecticut, USA 06489

Dr. Sarah Gosselin PT, DPT, CSCS

Dr. Sarah Gosselin PT, DPT, CSCS is a physical therapist in the Shenandoah Valley region of Virginia. She grew up dancing, and graduated from James Madison University with a Bachelor of Arts in Dance. She then attended Shenandoah University, [...]

Credentials Received by DFD   Dry Needling   Injury Prevention   Licensed   Online   Physical Therapist   Sports Medicine   Strength and Conditioning  

Special Offers: Call for available discounts

Instagram: @sarahgosselindpt

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahgosselindpt

Hours of Operation: Please call clinic for hours

Address:

2509 Pleasant Run Drive, Harrisonburg, VA, USA, Virginia, USA 22801

Brandi Davis, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Brandi Davis is the Clinical Director and Owner of BLC Inc. and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), primarily for those struggling with generalized anxiety, substance abuse, life transitions, and relationships. Additionally, [...]

Counseling   Credentials Received by DFD   Online   Psychotherapist   Mental Performance Coach  

Instagram: @backpocketlifecoach

Hours of Operation: M-F 8am-8pm

Address:

5266 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA, USA, Ste 210, California, USA 93111

Andrea N. Lasner, DPT- The Johns Hopkins Hospital: Performing Arts Rehabilitation Program

Andrea N. Lasner is currently a physical therapist and clinical specialist for the Johns Hopkins Outpatient Rehabilitation Network Clinic for Performing Artists at the Peabody Institute and The Johns Hopkins Outpatient Rehabilitation Network Clinic at Timonium. Prior to receiving [...]

Dry Needling   Physical Therapist   Pilates  

Facebook: John Hopkins Preforming Arts

Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only

Address:

Johns Hopkins Rehabilitation Network - Timonium, West Timonium Road, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, USA, Maryland, USA 21093

Jason Racca, PT, DPT, CFMT, OCS, R3 Physio

Since 2009, I have worked with professional performing artists on traveling Broadway shows. I would often hear about how a lot of the care they were receiving was sub-par. You deserve better! Dancing is a full body sport. An injury [...]

Cupping   Dry Needling   Online   Physical Therapist  

Special Offers: 10% off initial evaluation and treatment session

Instagram: @r3physio

Facebook: @r3physio

Hours of Operation: M: 9-6, T: 7-5, W: 7-4, Th: 9-6, F: 7-4, Sat: varies based on availability

Address:

9800 Hillwood Parkway, Suite 140, Fort Worth, Texas, USA 76177