Pooja completed her undergraduate studies at Rutgers University in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and a minor in Psychology. She graduated from Clarkson University in 2021 with a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy and is a registered Occupational Therapist with the National Board of Certification for Occupational Therapy. During her fieldwork, Pooja treated patients with various musculoskeletal conditions, neurological conditions, cardiac conditions, and post-surgical conditions.

Via her fieldwork experiences, Pooja can design and implement treatment plans to enhance occupational engagement for varying age groups ranging from children to older adults. Pooja considers your body, everyday habits, routines, and roles when treating any functional limitations while focusing on your unique needs to improve your quality of life. Pooja’s therapeutic skills within the occupational therapy scope of practice include but are not limited to upper extremity conditions and limitations, fine/gross motor limitations, balance training, work simplification/energy conservation, functional mobility, body ergonomics/lifting technique training, functional limitations with activities of daily living (i.e., dressing, bathing, grooming), and limitations with instrumental daily activities (i.e., home management tasks such as cooking, cleaning, driving). Pooja plans on furthering her skills through various therapeutic based courses and certifications. During her free time, Pooja enjoys traveling, watching movies and tv shows, and spending time with friends/family.

Dr. Van Eck attended Northeast College of Health Sciences where he completed his Doctorate of Chiropractic (D.C.). Prior to attending graduate school, he attended Bloomsburg University in Pennsylvania and graduated with a B.S. in Exercise science with a focus on kinesiology and exercise physiology. Dr. Van Eck is a musculoskeletal and biomechanical specialist that strives for patient success and rehabilitation by using various techniques. In his journey he has treated a variety of patient populations such as elite athletes, high level musicians, the average weekend warrior, as well as the general population. He has experience with a variety of conditions such as, migraines, parkinson's disease, disc herniations, and post-rehab care.

Dr. Van Eck was born and raised in Bergen County, where he fell in love with the idea of building and helping the communities he belongs to. He believes a strong community builds strong people, and that is exactly what he tries to do within the practice setting.

“When it comes to something so important, such as an individual's health, a provider must consider all factors in a holistic approach to achieve the best outcome.”

Clifford graduated from William Paterson University with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science where he developed a strong interest in exercise physiology and rehabilitation. He then went on to earn a Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Rutgers University in Newark, NJ in 2017. Throughout his clinical rotations, Clifford had the opportunity to deliver specialized care to a wide patient base seeking Physical Therapy for athletic injuries, neurological impairments, post-operative care, lower limb amputations and cardiopulmonary conditions.

As an ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist and Personal Trainer, Clifford joins Maywood PT with a philosophy that fuses rehabilitation and fitness, and a focus on improving quality of life. Clifford plans on furthering his education and skills through various manual therapy and orthopedic based courses and certifications. During his free time, he enjoys running, playing music, and spending time with family and friends.

I graduated from Northeastern University in 2016 with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Since then, I have worked in both outpatient and home care settings. In that time, I have managed and helped patients heal from diverse types of injuries including post surgical, chronic neck and low back pain, and acute sports injuries. My goal is to help the patient return to their desired quality of life, and provide thorough education to avoid potential for re-injury. I want to provide the best quality of care to each individual patient, so it is important to keep learning. In my free time, I love playing with dogs, trying new foods, and going to the beach.

Jeremy graduated from Kean University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program in May of 2020. Throughout his time there, he participated in a wide variety of clinical rotations, exposing him to various populations ranging from pediatric to geriatric. He began in an outpatient setting treating a variety of diagnoses, then began a rotation in a school setting working with children with special needs, and finished his experience in St. Clare’s Hospital of Dover, NJ. Prior to his graduate education, he received his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from The College of New Jersey. This diverse background allows him to deliver a clinically-based and empathetically-driven approach to each patient he encounters.

Jeremy joins Maywood Physical Therapy with an evidence-based background that will allow him to deliver the best care to every individual. He strives to treat the individual, rather than simply treat the diagnosis. He joins the clinic with a philosophy that fuses rehabilitation and fitness, and a focus on improving quality of life. During his free time, he enjoys exercising, exploring the outdoors, and spending time with family and friends.

Dr. Fanny Wong is an alumnus of New work Chiropractic College where she received her Doctorate in Chiropractic and Masters in Applied Clinical Nutrition. Dr. Wong holds a New York and New Jersey Chiropractic license. Prior to this, Dr. Wong attended University at Buffalo where she received her Bachelor of Sciences in Biological Sciences.

Dr. Wong values patient-centered and evidence-based care and strives to increase patient’s longevity and improve their quality of life. Dr. Wong believes in treating the body as a whole and not the symptom. She tailors each treatment plan to the individual’s specific needs to help them reach optimal recovery.

Priyanka Pandya, MS, PT, is a licensed physical therapist certified in several manual therapies, including cupping, rock taping, and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization along with soft-tissue mobilization. Priyanka is dedicated to helping patients of all ages and backgrounds return to a pain-free life.

Before graduating from Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas, with a master’s degree in exercise physiology, Priyanka earned a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy and worked in a cardiac unit in India. After finishing her master’s degree, Priyanka moved to New York, where she gained valuable experience working in the rehabilitation department at Long Island Jewish Medical Center as well as an outpatient rehabilitation facility.

Priyanka has expertise in treating all types of orthopedic conditions and sports injuries. An athlete herself, Priyanka has personal knowledge of injuries related to exercise and the nonsurgical and nonpharmacologic methods of treating them. She also works with older adults on important issues like fall prevention and managing arthritis pain.