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Julianne Magdalene E. Bendita, DPT

Dr. Julianne Magdalene Bendita, DPT, is a dedicated physical therapist with over 6 years of clinical experience providing high-quality, patient-centered care in both outpatient orthopedic and one-on-one home health settings. She specializes in helping patients recover from orthopedic injuries, post-surgical conditions, spine and joint dysfunction, mobility limitations, and functional impairments to safely return to daily activities with greater confidence and independence.

Dr. Bendita has extensive experience treating a wide range of musculoskeletal and post-operative conditions, including cervical and lumbar spine conditions, hip and knee replacements, shoulder dysfunction, generalized weakness, balance deficits, and mobility limitations. She utilizes evidence-based treatment approaches that include therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, manual therapy, pain management strategies, and individualized functional training tailored to each patient’s goals.

Prior to joining NYC Home Rehab, Dr. Bendita worked in fast-paced orthopedic settings where she developed strong expertise in post-operative rehabilitation, functional restoration, and interdisciplinary collaboration with healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes. She is known for her compassionate care, strong clinical reasoning, and ability to build meaningful patient relationships that encourage confidence, compliance, and long-term success.

Dr. Bendita earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Utica University in New York and her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of the East – Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center in Manila, Philippines.

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Irish Angelle R. Malapit, PTA

is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant specializing in home-based physical therapy, outpatient rehabilitation, and patient-centered care. She provides skilled physical therapy services focused on improving mobility, reducing pain, restoring function, and promoting independence for patients across all age groups.

With clinical experience in musculoskeletal, orthopedic, neurological, and pediatric physical therapy, Irish delivers evidence-based treatment programs tailored to each patient’s needs. She works closely with licensed physical therapists, physicians, and caregivers to ensure coordinated care and optimal outcomes. Her expertise includes therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance training, neuromuscular re-education, functional mobility training, and post-surgical rehabilitation.

Irish has experience treating patients in home health settings, outpatient clinics, and community-based rehabilitation programs, helping individuals recover from conditions such as stroke, injury, surgery, chronic pain, and mobility limitations. She is highly skilled in patient assessment, EMR documentation, and developing personalized home exercise programs (HEP) to support long-term recovery.

Prior to practicing as a PTA, Irish worked as a Physical Therapist in the Philippines, where she performed comprehensive evaluations and implemented individualized plans of care. This background strengthens her clinical judgment and ability to deliver high-quality, Medicare-compliant physical therapy services.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from Emilio Aguinaldo College – Cavite and is recognized for her compassionate care, strong clinical skills, and commitment to improving patient outcomes.

Irish is dedicated to helping patients achieve their goals through skilled physical therapy, home care rehabilitation, fall prevention, strength training, and functional independence programs.

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Ivan Rafael Villar Rivera, PT

Ivan Rafael Villar Rivera, PT, is a licensed Physical Therapist in New York with more than six years of clinical experience providing individualized rehabilitation services in both home health and outpatient settings. He is dedicated to helping adults and older adults improve mobility, restore function, and maintain independence through evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Ivan earned his Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines, graduating in 2017. He holds an active New York Physical Therapist License and is CPR/BLS certified.

Throughout his career, Ivan has developed extensive experience treating patients with gait and balance impairments, generalized weakness, mobility limitations, fall risk, and functional deficits associated with aging and various medical conditions. His treatment approach emphasizes functional rehabilitation, therapeutic exercise, balance training, fall prevention, transfer training, and patient education to help patients safely achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.

Ivan has provided physical therapy services in both outpatient and home-based environments, allowing him to develop a comprehensive understanding of patients’ rehabilitation needs across different stages of recovery. He is committed to delivering compassionate care and creating individualized treatment plans that promote long-term success and independence.

When working with patients, Ivan strives to build strong therapeutic relationships through clear communication, encouragement, and personalized care. His goal is to empower each patient to regain confidence in movement and maximize their functional potential.

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Jerome Rivera, PT, DPT

Dr. Jerome T. Rivera Jr. is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in outpatient orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and geriatric rehabilitation. He is the founder of NYC Home Rehab Physical Therapy PLLC, a hybrid practice providing one-on-one physical therapy both in-clinic and through mobile in-home visits across New York City.

Dr. Rivera earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Montana and graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines. He is licensed in New York and previously practiced in the Philippines, where he gained clinical experience in hospital-based, outpatient, pediatric, and cardiac rehabilitation settings.

Before launching NYC Home Rehab Physical Therapy, Dr. Rivera served as a Director of Physical Therapy in an outpatient medical center, where he led a multidisciplinary rehab team and oversaw program development, patient outcomes, and clinical operations. His background includes:

1. Post-surgical and orthopedic rehabilitation
2. Neurological conditions & fall-risk management
3. Chronic low back, neck, and joint pain
4. Balance, gait, and strength training for aging adults
5. Evidence-based manual therapy & functional mobility retraining
6. Home-based rehab, safety modification, and caregiver education

Dr. Rivera is committed to restoring movement, independence, and quality of life through skilled hands-on care, personalized treatment plans, and a patient-centered approach. He is fluent in English and Filipino/Tagalog and is certified in Basic Life Support.

He currently treats all patients under NYC Home Rehab Physical Therapy PLLC and welcomes individuals of all ages and conditions for both home-based and clinic care.

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