Waltham, MA – River Street

Edward Cardona, PT,DPT, IOMT, OCS

Clinical Director

Treating Since

• September 2018

Education

• Doctoral Degree, Physical Therapy, Boston University

Certifications 

•  Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS)
• IOMT
• Spine Specialist
• Blood Flow Restriction Therapy

Memberships

• APTA

Clinical Interest

• IASTM
• Spine
• TMJ
• Vestibular
• Blood Flow Restriction Therapy
• MACI
• PACER
• Manual Therapy
• Concussion Therapy

Bio

I grew up in Southern New Jersey where I played several high school sports as well as a few different classical music instruments. I was always in and out of physical therapy as a high school athlete and although I loved the environment and idea of physical therapy, I originally decided to major in music. I was accepted into Boston University’s music performance program, but after the first year and a half of playing at a significantly increased volume I began experiencing a series of playing related injuries which would not allow me to play at the level necessary to be a professional. I eventually decided to switch to physical therapy to help those musicians and athletes who were in my position, struggling to accomplish their goals due to pain. I rely on my background in music and sports and my personal experience as a patient throughout my life to help me treat a wide range of patients.

Julianne Beck, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Treating Since

• September 2020

Education

• Doctoral Degree, Physical Therapy, Boston University
• Bachelor's Degree, Exercise Science, Elon University

Certifications

• Pelvic Floor Therapy
• Spine Specialist
• IOMT
• Blood Flow Restriction Therapy

Memberships

• APTA

Clinical Interest

• Pelvic Floor
• IASTM
• Spine
• Vestibular Therapy
• MACI
• PACER
• Manual Therapy
• Concussion Therapy

Bio

I became interested in physical therapy during my undergraduate studies in Exercise Science at Elon University. I fell in love with Boston while visiting for the DPT accepted students weekend at BU and completed my doctorate degree there in May of 2020. As a graduate of the pandemic, I took a job where the need was greatest at a nursing home in Chestnut Hill, MA in late summer 2020. At the beginning of 2021, I shifted jobs to Professional PT in Waltham, MA where I had been a student just a year before.

Since starting at Professional Physical Therapy, I have furthered my education by completing a year long orthopedic manual therapy specialization through the Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy and pelvic health courses through Herman & Wallace. I am passionate about bridging the gap between general orthopedic and pelvic floor conditions to bring awareness and care to those in need such as women in pregnancy and postpartum, and female athletes.  I enjoy treating people of all ages and stages of life and empowering them with the tools to live active and be in control of their pain.

Jessica Babcock, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Treating Since

• February 2022

Education

• Doctoral Degree, Physical Therapy, MGH Institute of Health Professions

Certification

• Blood Flow Restriction Therapy

Memberships

• APTA

Clinical Interest

• IASTM
• Spine
• Blood Restriction Therapy
• MACI
• PACER
• Manual Therapy
• Concussion Therapy

Bio

I first became interested in pursuing a career in physical therapy after taking anatomy and physiology class at Castleton University in Vermont. During my time at Castleton, I played four years of collegiate level softball where I gained experience in strength training and fitness. I grew to love movement based health and wellness and wanted a job where I could help others get back to enjoying the things they love to do. I started working at Professional Physical Therapy as an exercise tech in 2018 and loved it so much that I have recently returned as a Physical Therapist! I am currently completing Level I at the Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy to further my knowledge in orthopedics.

Hana Chahid, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist 

Treating Since

• November 2023

Education

• Doctoral Degree, Physical Therapy, Northeastern University
• Bachelor's Degree, Biology, Hartwick College

Memberships

• APTA

Clinical Interest

• Physical Therapy
• Return to Sport
• Manual Therapy

Bio

I grew up playing sports my whole life, specifically soccer and saw many teammates and players injure themselves playing the sport they love. I always knew I wanted to work in healthcare and help people, so I knew a career that blended my love for sports and interacting with different people would be best. Since ACL injuries are very common in women's soccer, I became passionate about ACL injury prevention and return to sport testing to get players back on the field. During my time in school, I have completed multiple clinical rotations treating many different people of all ages and diagnoses. My goal is to work collaboratively with patients to treat the condition they present with in hopes of returning to a pain-free lifestyle. In my free time, I love to spend time with family and friends, go to games and concerts, and travel!

Ash Hawkins, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Treating Since

• July 2023

Education

• Washington University in St. Louis, School of Medicine, Doctorate of Physical Therapy, 2023
• San Diego State University, Kinesiology, 2020

Memberships

• APTA

Clinical Interest

• Orthopedic Physical Therapy
• Knee
• Ankles
• Lower Back
• Shoulders
• Sports Rehab (Soccer, Football, Surfers, MMA Fighters)

Bio

I grew up in a suburb of Los Angeles, California, playing football, baseball and surfing on the weekends. A string of injuries baseball injuries landed me in physical therapy, which I immediately felt a connection to. Creating a relationship with my physical therapist throughout these sessions gave me insight into the profession and I realized it was something I would like to do. This led to me applying as a Kinesiology major at San Diego State University, where I made the transition to playing Rugby and continued surfing in my free time. Another injury led to more PT and another great physical therapist, who took me on first as a volunteer and then as a tech, and mentored me in my journey as I began applying to physical therapy school. I was accepted into the program at Washington University in St. Louis, where I learned about the movement system and how small things that we do in every day can lead to pain, as well as how to relieve that pain. During my schooling I worked at various clinics across the country including: a neurological clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, an orthopedic clinic in Anchorage, AK, and a high-level sports clinic in Costa Mesa, CA where I worked with professional surfers, MMA fighters and national team soccer players. At the culmination of my studies in 2023, I earned my Doctorate in Physical Therapy. A yearning to continue exploring the country brought me to Boston, where I plan to be for at least the next several years. Although I am a new clinician, I have a continued passion for learning and will be completing level one of a manual therapy course through the Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy over the next year.