Faculty 
Dimitrios Kostopoulos, P.T., Ph.D., D.Sc.
is a leading authority in the area of Myofascial Pain and the co-founder of Hands-On Physical Therapy in New York.
He earned his Doctorate (Ph.D.) and Master's degrees at New York University and his second Doctorate of Science (D.Sc.) degree at Rocky Mountain University (Clinical Electrophysiology).
Dr. Kostopoulos has extensive training and teaching experience in different areas of manual therapy with emphasis in Trigger Point, MyoFascial, NeuroFascial Therapy and Manipulation. He also specializes in Electroneuromyography Testing. He is a past faculty member at Mercy College, a Diplomate of the American Academy of Pain Management and an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association.
Dr. Kostopoulos has taught students in the US, Europe and Africa and has published numerous articles. 
He is an Associate Editor for the Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies published by Elsevier. 

Dimitrios Kostopoulos and Konstantine Rizopoulos are the authors of the Book, the Video and the Posters in "Trigger Point & MyoFascial Therapy" and a Video Series in Manual Therapy.(order here)
They are also the developers of a comprehensive therapeutic approach that integrates trigger point, myofascial, NeuroFascial, Proprioceptive and manipulative therapy techniques.
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Konstantine Rizopoulos, PT, FABS
is a leading authority in Myofascial Pain and the co-founder of Hands-On Physical Therapy. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Athens, Greece. Mr. Rizopoulos has extensive experience in the area of manual therapy, particularly in MyoFascial and Trigger Point Therapies and their application to neurologic and pediatric populations.
Mr. Rizopoulos has completed extensive postgraduate studies in the area of Manual Physical Therapy. He is an active member of the APTA, Fellow member of the American Back Society and a member of the Hellenic Medical Society. He lectures frequently in conferences and continuing education courses through Hands-On Seminars.
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Luke Bongiorno
Luke Bongiorno, PT, MCMT
is a Physical Therapist specializing in Manual Therapy and a Certified Instructor for Hands On Seminars. Luke received his Physical Therapy degree from the University of Melbourne in Australia. He specializes in manual therapy and the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries. Luke has a special interest in the treatment of tennis players and runners, and is involved in both sports as well. He has been a speaker at the American College of Sports Medicine and is a clinical educator for Columbia University and the College of Staten Island Physical Therapy programs.
Luke has had training in advanced manual skills, trigger point and myofascial therapy, spinal stabilization, McKenzie Institute mechanical diagnosis and therapy, McConnnell patellofemoral and shoulder treatment, and advanced taping techniques. He has received the Mastery Certification in Manual Therapy and is also certified as a personal trainer from the International Sports and Fitness Training Association (ISFTA). Luke is a part of the medical team for the New York Road
Runner's Club, including the NYC Marathon.
You may contact him at:
LukeB@handsonpt.org

Richard Finn, PTS, CA, CMTPT, CMT, CAAAPM, MCMT
Richard is a graduate of the Academy of Myotherapy and Physical Fitness. He is Board Certified from the National Association of Myofascial Trigger Point Therapists, and served as president from 1992-94. He is the Director of Pittsburgh School of Pain Management and serves on the Board of Advisors of the Fibromyalgia Research Foundation, and on the Executive Committee of the National Association of Myofascial Trigger Point Therapists.

Joy Davala, MPT, MCMT
Is a clinical director for Southern Delaware Sports Care & Rehabilitation, concentrating in orthopedics.
She has worked with people of all ages including athletes ranging from club to professional.
She has experience with aquatic, chronic pain and spinal dysfunctions. She is a graduate of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and has received her MCMT.
Joy is also a clinical instructor for PT and PTA students.
Christopher Johnson, MPT, MCMT
Graduate of the University of Delaware Physical Therapy Program. Currently works at the Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine and Athletic Trauma (NISMAT) of Lenox Hill Hospital as a senior physical therapist and researcher. Also performs adjunct clinical instruction in the Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program at New York University.
Trained in fine wire electromyography (EMG), which he uses for developing and validating therapeutic exercises and rehabilitation programs. Majority of clinical time is spent rehabilitating patients following complex surgical procedures. Expertise lies in balancing tissues of the body and resolving movement impairments to promote optimal pain free function.
Janelle Allen MS, PT, MCMT
Janelle is a 1999 graduate of D'Youville College in Buffalo, NY where she recieved her Master's Degree in the school of Health Sciences in Physical Therapy.
She is currently a Physical Therapist for a private orthopedic clinic that specializes in manual therapy.
She is a certified manual therapist. She has been a clinical instructor for her clinic.
She has been an adjunct professor for the Biology department for Monroe Community College.
Andrew Harnett

Andrew Harnett, MSPT, MCMT

Andrew Harnett is a New York State licensed Physical Therapist who distinguishes himself by his high degree of compassion, extensive knowledge, intuitive approach and commitment to individualized patient care.  He graduated from Touro College's School of Health Sciences with a Master of Science in Physical Therapy in September 2000.  Andrew also holds Bachelor degrees in both Psychology and Health Science.  His first few years of practice were spent at Saint Vincent's Hospital in downtown Manhattan where he had the opportunity to gain experience working with various patient populations in both acute care and outpatient settings.  These included orthopedic, neurological, cardiac and pulmonary patient care.  Andrew continued the next four years of his career in private practice as part of a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team at New York Physical Rehabilitation & Wellness in midtown Manhattan.  There he honed his skills as a manual-focused orthopedic and sports physical therapist.  Presently Andrew has developed a home care, manual-focused private practice that caters to all New York City residents demanding the highest quality personalized care.  Every year Andrew participates in various continuing education seminars so that he may integrate others' methods into his own developing style of holistic treatment.  Andrew's patients appreciate his calm-mannered approach, his patience, and his dedication to achieving recovery.  Andrew focuses on the resolution of each patient's symptoms while striving toward complete physical well-being.  His approach is manual focused with an emphasis on trigger point and myofascial release, postural correction, proper ergonomics and therapeutic exercise in order to progress each patient toward reduced pain, maximal function and correct biomechanical alignment.

Kevin Okamura

Kevin Okamura, PT, MCMT
Kevin Okamura is a Certified Instructor for Hands On Seminars and a physical therapist for a private practice clinic in Edmonton, Canada.  He is also licensed to practice physical therapy in New York State and Western Australia.  Kevin received his Physical Therapy degree and Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Alberta in Canada.

Kevin has an avid interest in all areas of orthopaedics and the treatment of sports injuries, especially soccer and volleyball, and has acted as a team trainer for a number of amateur teams, in addition to continuing to play both sports. 

Kevin has had extensive training in manual therapy in Canada and the United States, including myofascial release techniques, spinal manipulation and stabilization training.  He is a member of the Spinal Manipulation Roster of the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta and has been a clinical instructor for senior level physical therapy students as well as other therapists.

 

Ben Gold, PT
Ben Gold, PT, MCMT
Ben originally from Melbourne, Australia, studied at the University of Melbourne. He has both a Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons), and brings a wealth of knowledge with him from abroad.
His main areas of interest include: Cervicogenic headache, Patellofemoral pain, Lower back pain, Neck pain and Industrial physical therapy services. He prides himself on not only giving the best evidence-based treatment, but also educating patients as to why their injury occurred in the first place, and preventing it from occurring again. When not working, Ben enjoys Skiing and Golf.
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Giuseppe Sanfilippo
Director of Public Affairs

Giuseppe is the Director of Public Affairs for Hands-On Seminars. He has obtained a Bachelor's Degree in International Studies from the College of Staten Island; C.U.N.Y.
He manages the logistics of all seminars and assists facilities to sponsor courses within the US and oversea. Giuseppe speaks Italian and Spanish in addition to English.
You may contact him directly at:
hos@handsonpt.org
or at the organization headquarters: 1-888-767-5003
Tina Kalogiannis
Assistant Director


Tina is the Assistant Director for Hands-On Seminars. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting & Economics from Queens College, C.U.N.Y.
She handles the administrative part of all seminars. Tina speaks Greek in addition to English.
You may contact her directly at:
Tinak@handsonpt.org or at the
organization headquarters: 1-888-767-5003
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