Burlington Staff
Saldy John Deocampo PT, DPT
Education:
Masters in Physical Therapy 2015 – St. Paul University Iloilo Philippines
Doctorate in Physical Therapy 2020 – EIM Institute of Health Professions in 2020
Specialized Training and Advanced Certifications:
Graston
Myofascial Decompression (Cupping)
Kinesiotaping
Vestibular/Concussion
Certified Clinical Instructor
BLS
Sal is a native of Iloilo, Philippines, and immigrated to California and Georgia at an early age.
Before moving to New York, Sal’s journey into being a Physical therapist started after
incurring a serious knee injury in high school in which the process of rehabilitating from
that injury changed his life. He went on to recover and competed in multiple sports, ran
marathons, triathlons, bike races and dance competitions. Because of this experience he
has incredible empathy for patients/clients going through their own recovery journey as he
experienced it himself first hand, he recognized that Physical Therapy is very important for
everyone and also a fulfilling career.
In terms of educational background and experience, Sal received his degree in Physical
Therapy at St. Paul University Iloilo – Philippines in 2015, passed his board examination in
2016, and proceeded with finishing his Transitional Doctorate in Physical Therapy at EIM
Institute of Health Professions in 2020. Throughout the years he has acquired multiple
certifications namely in Kinesiotaping, Running Rehabilitation, Cup Therapy, Vestibular
Therapy, and is also a Certified Clinical Instructor teaching PT students since 2019. He
always strives to learn and be better each year in order to have more tools in his PT toolbox
so he can help his patients/clients. Sal has over 8 years of high-level experience in Physical
Therapy, he has worked in a variety of Orthopedic and Sports medicine settings, as well as
neurologically compromised patient populations. He also has experience in private and
home care settings.
Sal’s approach to Physical Therapy is based on properly evaluating and assessing the main
source of pain or dysfunction. With this approach the patient/client will benefit from an
individualized treatment using appropriate programming and integrated PT techniques. On
top of his excellent treatment philosophy, he emphasizes the importance of recovery does
not end in the PT office but he also takes a holistic approach in order to mitigate/prevent
future injuries. His professionalism and pleasing personality makes him a joy to work with.
Out of the office you might see him coaching Grassroots youth soccer, or medical
volunteering for running/bike races (if hes not doing them), spending time with loved ones,
traveling, and being outdoors.
“In Physical Therapy Its not ‘No pain no gain’ but its ‘No effort, no gain’”. -Sal Deocampo
Tara Donnelly, PT, DPT, OCS
Education:
University of Hartford, Masters of Physical Therapy 2004
Temple University, Doctorate of Physical Therapy 2007
Residency:
Orthopedic Manual Therapy, Institute of Rehabilitation and Training Montgomery, AL 2005
Board Certifications:
American Boards of Physical Therapy Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedics
Honors and Awards:
Mary McMillan Award, American Physical Therapy Association
Specialized Training and Advanced Certifications:
Certified Kinesiotaping Practitioner, KT 1, 2 & 3
Graston Technique Practitioner
BTE Certified Functional Capacity Evaluation Practitioner
Areas of Special Interest:
Spine
Knee
Shoulder
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Professional Memberships:
American Physical Therapy Association, Orthopedics Chapter Member
Connecticut Physical Therapy Association
Dr. Donnelly graduated from the University of Hartford summa cum laude, valedictorian in 2004 with a Masters degree in Physical Therapy. She was awarded the University’s Regents Award, the Physical Therapy Department’s academic award and the faculty leadership award. Tara graduated with a Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from Temple University in 2007. She was awarded the prestigious Mary McMillan Award by the American Physical Therapy Association. Her extensive post-graduate training includes a year long Orthopedic Manual Therapy course with an emphasis on spine care in 2005 at the Institute of Rehabilitation and Training in Montgomery, AL. She is a board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist through the American Physical Therapy Association. Tara has lectured on both the state and national level regarding bio-mechanics and overuse injuries of the lower extremity. Tara has been actively involved in both the Connecticut Physical Therapy Association and the American Physical Therapy Association. Tara has extensive knowledge and expertise in the evaluation and treatment of orthopedic patients.
Roxanne Bafuma, MS PT
Education:
Sacred Heart University, Bachelors of Science, Biology
Sacred Heart University, Masters of Science, Physical Therapy
Specialized Training and Advanced Certifications:
Graston Technique Practitioner
Areas of Special Interest:
Vestibular rehabilitation
Neuromuscular disorders
Balance & fall prevention
Pre and post operative care
Roxanne graduated from Sacred Heart University with her masters in physical therapy in 2001. She started her career in the in-patient setting and then transitioned to outpatient physical therapy in 2004. She found a passion working with her patients to achieve their pain free lifestyle. Roxanne enjoys treating patients of all different ages and activity levels from torticollis in infants to balance/fall prevention. Roxanne specializes in neuromuscular disorders, pre and post operative care, and vestibular disorders. Roxanne believes it is very important for each and every one of her patients to reach their full potential within their rehabilitation and is very goal oriented when guiding her patients along their way.
Madison Swarthout, DPT
Education:
Misericordia University in Dallas, PA
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy with minors in Ethics, Medical and Health Humanities, and Psychology
Doctorate of Physical Therapy
Areas of special interest:
Sports and orthopedic physical therapy
Madison comes to Advanced Physical Therapy after completing her educational journey at Misericordia University, graduating Summa Cum Laude and becoming a member of the ACAPTE Physical Therapy National Honors Society. Maddy was inspired to become a physical therapy along her pathway of being a standout student-athlete. She holds current records at her alma mater as a pole vaulter, along with other accolades. As a lifelong athlete, Maddy understands the importance of movement to any degree and respects the impact it can have in all aspects of life. She has gained experience in home health care for orthopedic and neurological dysfunction, inpatient rehabilitation in a spinal cord unit down in Florida, and then reaffirming her passion in orthopedic care. Her favorite thing about working with her patients is to build relationships and gain a new perspective on life and utilize that to help them realize their potential in physical therapy.