NRH Rehabilitation Network at 19th Street

Cari Makiya attended Boston University where she earned a bachelor's degree in health sciences and a master's degree in physical therapy. In addition, she also earned an MBA at George Washington University. Cari is a board-certified specialist in sports physical therapy (SCS) and orthopedic physical therapy (OCS). Her rehabilitation specialties include:

Tim Eckert received his bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Health Services from Saint Joseph’s University. Tim completed his doctoral degree in physical therapy from Thomas Jefferson University. Tim’s rehabilitation specialties include:

Brendan Flanagan received both his bachelor's degree in Health Science and his Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from Marymount University. Brendan’s rehabilitation specialties include:

• ACL Return to Play Testing 
• Orthopedic and Sports injuries 
• Running Injury Care 
• Knee, Foot and Ankle Therapy 
• Neck and Low Back Pain 

Jacek Giza received his master's degree in physical education from the University of Szczecin in Poland. Jacek completed his doctoral degree in physical therapy from Neumann University. Jacek's rehabilitation specialties include:

• ACL Return-to-Play Testing
• Neck Pain and Lower Back Pain
• Running Injury Care
• Sports Injuries
• Knee, Foot, and Ankle Therapy

Zack Kaye attended University of Maryland, College Park where he received his bachelor's degree in Kinesiology. He also completed his doctoral degree in physical therapy from Plymouth State University. His rehabilitation specialties include:

• Arthritic Conditions

• Knee, Foot, and Ankle Therapy

• Back/Neck/Spin Pain

• Falls Prevention Program

• Joint Replacement

• Orthopedic Conditions

• Pain management

Miguel Reicino received his doctoral degree in physical therapy from Boston University. He also received his bachelor's degree in Sports Medicine from Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts.

Miguel specializes in the following rehabilitation programs:

• ACL Return-to-Play Testing
• Arthritis Treatment
• Knee, Foot, and Ankle Therapy
• Neck Pain and Lower Back Pain
• Orthopedic Injuries and Conditions
• Pain Management

Christian Rinuncini, PT, DPT received his Bachelor's in Physical Therapy from the TorVergata University of Rome, Italy and his Master's degree in Sports Physical Therapy from the Catholic University of Rome, Italy. He then earned his transitional Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Michigan. He currently specializes in spinal manipulation and dry needling.

Christian's rehabilitation specialties include:

• Adolescent Sports Injuries
• Arthritis Treatment
• Dry needling
• Knee, Foot, and Ankle Therapy
• Manual therapy
• Neck pain and low back pain
• Shoulder post-surgery rehab
• Orthopedic Injuries and Conditions
• Pain Management
• Repetitive motion disorders
• Sports injuries
• Spine services
• Vestibular/Balance Rehabilitation

Emily Trosch received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Bucknell University. She also earned her doctoral degree in physical therapy from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. Emily specializes in the following rehabilitation programs:

Ryan Van received his bachelor's degree in biology from Clemson University. He also earned his doctoral degree in physical therapy from the Medical University of South Carolina. Ryan’s rehabilitation specialties include:

• Neck and Low Back Pain
• Pain Management
• Orthopedic Injuries and Conditions
• Knee, Foot, and Ankle Therapy
• Fall Prevention

Robin Zhao received her bachelor’s degree in Physiology/Neuroscience from University of California, San Diego. Robin completed her doctoral degree in physical therapy from Marymount University. Robin's rehabilitation specialties include:

• Fall Prevention
• Neck Pain and Lower Back Pain
• Orthopedic Injuries and Conditions
• Pain Management
• Shoulder, Hip, Knee, and Foot/Ankle Therapy

This clinic offers outpatient physical therapy services including orthopedic rehabilitation, post-surgical therapy, manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, balance and gait training, and injury prevention programs. Care is customized to help patients restore mobility and function.

Yes, this clinic is proudly run in partnership with Suburban Hospital, a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine. This unique collaboration combines the strengths of two trusted healthcare systems to provide you with the highest quality care.

Yes. The clinic regularly treats patients following surgeries such as joint replacements, ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, tendon repairs, and spinal procedures, following physician-directed and evidence-based protocols.

The clinic is located on 19th Street in Washington, DC, serving patients who live or work downtown as well as those traveling from nearby Maryland and Virginia communities. Use the online Request an Appointment option or call 202-721-7680

Parking options are available near the clinic, and the location is easily accessible by public transportation, making it convenient for patients commuting from work or home. Patients can use nearby Metro stations such as Farragut North (Red Line) or Farragut West (Blue, Orange, and Silver Lines). From either station, the clinic is just a short walk along 19th Street NW.

This clinic accepts many major insurance plans, including commercial insurance, Medicare, and workers’ compensation. Insurance coverage and referral requirements vary by plan, and the front desk team can help verify benefits prior to your visit.

MedStar Health Physical Therapy at 19th Street is typically open Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Eat a balanced meal 1-2 hours prior to therapy. Drink about 2.5 cups of water prior to therapy. Take any prescribed pain medications at least 1 hour prior to therapy. Dress in T-shirts, athletic tops, sweatpants, shorts, yoga pants, or athletic leggings. Wear athletic/walking shoes and avoid open toed sandals, flip-flops, and high heels. Ensure proper access to the treatment area.