Staff

Staff Bio Post Snippets

Staff Name

Title/Position

Scott Johnson

Bio coming soon...

Andrea Varellie, PT

Therapist Ledgewood Office

Andrea Varellie is a Physical Therapist who treats patients while focusing on their individual needs. She loves her career and enjoys being able to help her clients achieve their goals and return to an active lifestyle. Andrea has worked in orthopedic clinics, school settings, and rehab facilities over the last 30 years. She has a special interest in working with patients with complex conditions. Andrea is certified in pediatrics and works with children with special needs.

She is also trained in the Mckenzie Method. Andrea holds a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from Quinnipiac University When she is not treating patients, Andrea enjoys spending time with family, reading, hiking, and being on the beach.

Angelo Scarpati, PT, MSPT

Regional Manager, Director Far Hills Office

Angelo Scarpati is a physical therapist who specializes in orthopedic and sports injuries, with a special focus on helping athletes of all levels achieve peak performance. He has over 24 years of experience in physical therapy and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a Mechanical Diagnostic Therapist through the McKenzie Institute. Angelo is the founder of Optimal Physical Therapy & Performance Institute, which served the Somerset Hills area for over 20 years, with a second facility at the Baltusrol Golf Club Learning Center. He has significant post-graduate training in manual therapy and orthopedics sports medicine, and also worked with his mentor, Bill Parisi, at Parisi Speed School for five years.

Angelo continues to provide valuable physical therapy services to the Somerset Hills region of NJ and consults many local schools on injury prevention, as well as guest speaking at various sports medicine panels.

Barbara Reuven, PT

Director Denville Office

My name is Barbara Reuven and I am the Clinic Director of ActiveCare’s Denville office. I have 37 + years of experience in Physical Therapy, a profession that I continue to enjoy and grow with. I have extensive experience treating athletes of all ages, total joints, low back and neck pain, lymphedema, infantile torticollis, and neurological problems such as stroke and Parkinson' Disease. My additional certifications include Structural Integration (Rolfing) and LSVT Big.

A little more about myself includes a bad cycling accident in 2008 in which I broke my neck both arms and pelvis. I was able to work on these injuries and completed a full Ironman in Lake Placid in 2014. I know what it is like to be the patient as well as the therapist.

My attitude is to tell people they are able to recover and return to whatever they want to do. My mantra is yes you can!!!!

Vincent Gengaro III, PT, DPT

Director Dover Office

Hi, my name is Vincent Gengaro III and I have been working for ActiveCare Physical Therapy since 2012 I’m the Clinical Director of our Dover office. I graduated magna cum laude from Quinnipiac University in 2009 with my bachelor's degree in Health Science Studies and received my Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Quinnipiac in 2011. I have experience in the rehabilitation of many orthopedic conditions including post-operative care, spine rehabilitation, and injuries to the shoulder complex and lower extremities. My passion is to use my knowledge in sports medicine and orthopedic manual therapy to optimize the rehabilitation of operative and nonoperative sports injuries.

I am a certified Mulligan Concept Practitioner (CMP) which is a manual therapy treatment approach that uses joint mobilization with active movement or function. I am also certified in the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), the Functional Movement Screen (FMS), and the Y-Balance Test (YBT).

I use an individualized approach of manual therapy, neuromuscular re-training, and strength and mobility exercises to achieve your goals for rehabilitation.

Christopher Jones, PT, DPT

Therapist Dover Office

Christopher Jones, a physical therapist since 1997, holds a B.S. from Northeastern University and a Doctorate from UMDNJ (now part of Rutgers University). He has extensive experience, including over 50 continuing education classes, teaching at Montclair State University, and certifications in Kinesio Taping and clinical instruction

As a Certified Mulligan Practitioner, Chris specializes in the orthopedic treatment, employing various techniques and customized exercise programs for patient recovery and injury prevention.

Glenn Stackhouse, PT

Therapist Dover Office

Glenn is a life-long resident of Morris County and graduated from Dover High School in 1981. After completing his enlistment in the United States Air force in 1990, where he was a recipient of the USAF Commendation Medal, Glenn pursued his degree in Physical Therapy at Kean University—graduating Summa Cum Laude in 1994.

Glenn worked from 1994-2001 in a variety of settings including acute care, home care, and outpatient orthopedics. He has worked at ActiveCare Physical Therapy since 2001 and considers himself blessed to have been a part of the organization as it has grown over the years and to serve the wonderful folks of the region he grew up in.

In addition to his orthopedic work, Glenn is also a certified school therapist with extensive experience working with developmentally disabled students. Over the past 23 years Glenn has worked as a school physical therapist at the Matheny School in Peapack, and the Mendham Township and Roxbury Township school districts. He also served the state of NJ as a therapist in the NJ Early Intervention system from 2004-2013.

Hannah Simon, PT, DPT

Therapist Dover Office

My name is Hannah Simon. I grew up as a competitive dancer which led to my love of the science behind movement. I went to Temple University where I graduated with a degree in Kinesiology and then attended Rutgers University where I received my doctorate in physical therapy. I have treated patients as young as 8 and as mature as 93 years old. I have a history of working with a variety of cases: workers' compensation, auto accidents, sports injuries, and overuse injuries.

I look forward to working together to get you to achieve your goals.

Lucy Quesada

Lucy Quesada is our Head Physical Therapy Aide who assists us in the treatment of patients while focusing on their individual needs. Lucy has worked with patients ranging from adolescence to seniors and understands how important it is to help them achieve their goals.

Lydia Millner

Director Ledgewood Office

Welcome...I am Dr, Lydia Millner PT, a graduate of UMDNJ, and am dedicated to utilizing physical therapy treatment to assist patients in achieving their goals for rehabilitation, prevention of injury, and wellness. I have been treating orthopedic concerns/injuries, joint replacements, musculoskeletal disorders, neuromuscular disorders, concussion, vestibular and balance dysfunction, and autoimmune and chronic pain syndromes throughout the patients' lifespan from ages 3 thru 102. I have completed specialized training in ART, Dry Needling, Mulligan mobilizations, Kinesiotaping, Neurodynamics as well as studied MacKenzie approach and Hippotherapy.

When not at work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, am an avid equestrian, and enjoy hiking, boating, reading, piano, and ballroom dancing.

I look forward to working with you!

Mariya Khalaboura, PT, DPT

Therapist Ledgewood Office

Dr. Mariya Khalaboura is a Physical Therapist who is dedicated to delivering patient-centered care and implementing treatment in line with her patient’s personal goals. Mariya has clinical experience treating individuals with orthopedic and sports-related injuries, joint replacements, overuse injuries, and other musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions.

Mariya earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Widener University in 2020 and graduated with honors.

When she is not at work, Mariya enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, biking, and trying out new recipes.

Martha Cotton, PT, DPT

Therapist Ledgewood Office

My name is Martha Cotton and I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy. I received my undergraduate degree in Exercise Science and Biology from Rutgers University and continued on to earn my Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Long Island University. With over a decade of experience in the orthopedic setting, I have honed my skills in assessing and treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. In addition, I have experience treating neurological conditions and have a certification for the Parkinson's LSVT treatment protocol. I completed training through Herman and Wallace and am specialized to treat pelvic floor dysfunction. I am especially passionate about working with women throughout their pregnancy and post-partum journey, as well as those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunctions.

I am currently in the process of completing my Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist certification (PCES).

My goal is to provide my patients with individualized care and treatment plans that address their specific needs and help them achieve optimal physical function and quality of life.

Michael Urbanowicz, PT

Therapist Ledgewood Office

My name is Michael Urbanowicz and I am a licensed Physical Therapist dealing with the prevention and treatment of illness and injury. I received my degree from UMDNJ in 1983 and subsequently obtained certification to treat TMJ dysfunction from UMDNJ Dental School. I have a 39-year history of treating orthopedic and neurological conditions which I find very satisfying and gratifying.

My interest and participation in weightlifting integrate nicely with providing physical therapy to my patients.

Payam Zarrinpour, PT, DPT

Therapist Dover Office

Payam Zarrinpour has been part of Active Care Physical Therapy for 8 years. He graduated with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Sacred Heart University in Connecticut. While at SHU, Payam was also an All-American Division I NCAA wrestler. With his experience as an athlete as well as his advanced clinical orthopedic skills, Payam has designed individualized rehab and injury prevention programs for many athletes from all different sports. His experience is not only limited to athletes, however. He deals with all populations including geriatrics, middle-aged and adolescent patients helping them reach their maximum strength, flexibility, and functional mobility.

Payam has continued his education with classes for vestibular problems, and techniques like Kinesio taping, muscle energy, McKenzie, and Neurodynamics to enhance the recovery process.

Vincent Gengaro III, PT, DPT

Director Dover Office

Hi, my name is Vincent Gengaro III and I have been working for ActiveCare Physical Therapy since 2012 I’m the Clinical Director of our Dover office. I graduated magna cum laude from Quinnipiac University in 2009 with my bachelor's degree in Health Science Studies and received my Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Quinnipiac in 2011. I have experience in the rehabilitation of many orthopedic conditions including post-operative care, spine rehabilitation, and injuries to the shoulder complex and lower extremities. My passion is to use my knowledge in sports medicine and orthopedic manual therapy to optimize the rehabilitation of operative and nonoperative sports injuries.

I am a certified Mulligan Concept Practitioner (CMP) which is a manual therapy treatment approach that uses joint mobilization with active movement or function. I am also certified in the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), the Functional Movement Screen (FMS), and the Y-Balance Test (YBT).

I use an individualized approach of manual therapy, neuromuscular re-training, and strength and mobility exercises to achieve your goals for rehabilitation.