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Education
- Doctor of Physical Therapy, New York University, 2020
- Bachelor of Science, Health and Nutrition, Brooklyn College , Summa Cum Laude
- CSCS Certified
Area of Expertise
- Sports related injuries
- Scoliosis early prevention
- Adolescent and Pediatric Rehabilitation
- Post-operative care
- Orthopedic Physical Therapy
- Swimming mechanics
- Ergonomic Assessment
Darya is an accomplished athlete and a competitive swimmer. Prior to beginning her studies at NYU, she competed on a high level in her native Belarus. Darya brings to Park Sports’ clinical team her expertise as an athlete. An expertise honed by perseverance and discipline. She is always willing to learn new things and take on new challenges. Her knowledge of biomechanics and personal athletic achievements make her an invaluable asset for any prospective client, athlete and non-athlete alike. In addition, Darya is fluent in Russian and Polish. Darya is a versatile, well-rounded individual and an attentive listener. Before embarking on her PT career, she received a degree in linguistics from Minsk State University (Belarus).
Always striving for more knowledge she recently received Strength and Conditioning Certification by American National Association of Sport Medicine. She continues maintaining her high level of fitness. She runs, swims, and takes Yoga classes.
In her own words: “As a child growing up in Belarus, I was diagnosed with severe scoliosis and was placed in a special school for children with scoliosis. In my journey to recovery I met wonderful Physical Therapists there who made a significant difference in my condition. Since then, I always wanted to make such a difference for others.”
