Each of our therapists work hard to maintain their skills through continuing education. Our staff coordinates with patients, doctors and insurance companies to provide trouble-free care starting with the first visit. In all cases, we send initial evaluation reports and progress updates to doctors.
Our staff includes: orthopaedic physical therapists, Pilates based instructors and certified massage therapists.
MARY ROSENBERG, PT, CLT-LANA
Hollywood Physical Therapy Associates was founded by Mary Rosenberg in 1991. She has been practicing physical therapy since 1977. As a cancer survivor, Mary brings a perspective of compassion and understanding to her patients. Mary has extensive experience working in acute care hospital and private practice settings. In 1979 she became one of the first Arthritis Foundation Allied Health Professional fellows. She has published numerous articles on fibromyalgia, ankylosing spondylitis, arthritis of the foot and rheumatoid arthritis.
Mary is a certified manual lymph drainage and complete decongestive therapist trained in the Vodder method in the United States and Germany. She has treated many patients with primary (hereditary) and secondary (acquired) lymphedema.
Mary's goal, and that of Hollywood Physical Therapy Associates, is long-term health. This means that patients are not only put on the road to recovery, but are educated in methods of prevention.
Mary is a director on the board of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and sits on their health care committee. Mary is very excited to have the opportunity to serve the needs of the Hollywood business community and continues to be a member and strong supporter of numerous national and regional allied health associations:
- American Physical Therapy Association - oncology, orthopaedic and aquatic sections
- Lymphology Association of North America (LANA)
- National Lymphedema Network - certified treatment center
- Ankylosing Spondylitis Association
- Association of Rheumatology Health Professionals
- Lupus Foundation of America, Southern California Chapter
- American Cancer Society - Reach To Recovery volunteer
CAROL ABNEY, PILATES TEACHER
Carol received her Pilates certification from the Body Arts and Sciences program at On Center Body Conditioning in Costa Mesa under Rael Isacowitz. She has taught Pilates in various studios throughout San Diego and Los Angeles, and very much enjoys working in the physical therapy setting. Carol is also a dancer and actress. She received a BA in Theatre from UC San Diego and an MA in Dance from the Rotterdam Dance Academy in the Netherlands.
JENNIFER WONG, MSPT
Jennifer Wong graduated from UCLA in 1997 with a Bachelor of Science in Physiological Science. She attended Washington University in St. Louis, and earned a Master of Science in Physical Therapy in 2000, before returning to Southern California. In addition to Orthopedics, her professional interests include Women's Health and custom wheelchair/seating systems. She has additional experience in treating patients with Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke, Post Polio Syndrome, and Lower Extremity Amputations. Jennifer was also a member of the Chronic Pain Management team at Northridge Hospital Medical Center. Jennifer's specialties include womens health and incontinence.
(LIZ) THUONG NGUYEN, DPT
Liz Nguyen received a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Gerontology in 2002 from Mount St. Mary’s College. She returned to the Mount and received a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2007. Liz is furthering her education in 2008 by taking the Joe Godges year-long manual therapy course. Liz has been a member of the APTA for the past three years and belongs to the Orthopedic and Womens’ Health sections. In her free time Liz enjoys being active, including swimming, road and mountain biking, yoga and Pilates. She has completed three marathons, several other competitive road races and is involved in the management of her trail running club.