Dr. Andrew S. Eisen DPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT-Founder/Owner
Andrew is a physical therapist, athlete and educator who has been practicing physical therapy since 2007. He enjoys treating a diverse patient population who are motivated to overcome injuries and surpass their prior levels of activity. Andrew’s style of physical therapy combines manual therapy techniques with practical, specific and unique movement-based exercise to allow people to regain their active, healthy lifestyles.
Andrew holds the highest levels of manual therapy certifications. In 2021 he completed his fellowship in orthopedic manual physical therapy (OMPT) with the North American Institute of Manual Therapy (NAIOMT). He became a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT) in 2022, a designation held by less thatn 1% of physical therapists. He is a certified orthopedic manipulative therapist (COMT) and he is also board certified as a clinical specialist in orthopedics (OCS) through the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
Andrew has experience treating all levels of athletes from novice to professional including; triathletes, runners, cyclists, dancers, CrossFitters, and rock climbers. His experiance is by no means limited to athletes alone, as he loves working with people with varied movement goals.
A lifelong athlete himself, Andrew grew up in Rockaway Beach running with his father. He ran his first NYRR race when he was just 2 years old.. He went on to have a successful high school and college lacrosse career before returning to endurance sports, competing as a runner, cyclist and Ironman triathlete.
Andrew continues to enjoy an active lifestyle training for and racing trail and ultramarathon races. In his free time he enjoys a wide variety of activities including surfing, paddle boarding, hiking, climbing, yoga, CrossFit, and playing with his son and dog.
Education & Professional Certifications:
Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT)- 2022
Graduate of NAIOMT Fellowship in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy - 2021
Certified Orthopedic Manual/Manipulative Therapist (COMT) - NAIOMT - 2020
Certified Manual Physical Therapist - NAIOMT (CMPT) - 2017
Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) - APTA - 2016
Certified Bike Fitter - 2009
Doctor of Physical Therapy – Ithaca College - 2006
Master of Science, Physical Therapy – Ithaca College- 2006
Bachelor of Science – Ithaca College- 2005
Contact: andrew@ascentptnyc.com
Dr. Angelo Accattato DPT
Angelo is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, an athlete, and a forever learner.
He earned his doctorate from New York Medical College and bachelors from Mount Saint Mary College, where he was a collegiate athlete on the Men’s Basketball Team. Angelo’s clinical experience includes orthopedics, sports rehabilitation, acute/subacute rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, and critical care in the ICU.
Angelo pursued physical therapy to make an impact in the world and to provide positive improvements in his patient’s lives. He enjoys treating a diverse population that want to achieve their greatest potential through a holistic approach. His priority is to employ individualized treatment plans while providing digestible patient education to allow eachpatient to understand their own body and the healing process.
Angelo was raised in Rockland County, NY and his hobbies reflect include hiking, rock climbing, biking, snowboarding, camping, triathlons, basketball, and pickleball. Angelo likes to call himself a forever learner and sports enthusiast. He loves trying new things and believes firsthand experience is the best way to learn what physical or mental capabilities are required for a sport.
He is always looking for his next challenge and is always open to suggestions.
Education& Professional Certifications:
Doctor of Physical Therapy – New York Medical College - 2022
Bachelor of Science – Mount Saint Mary College – 2018
Certified Nutritional Physical Therapist (CNPT) - 2024
Champion Performance Specialist (C-PS) - 2024
Contact: angelo@ascentptnyc.com
Emily Batsford - Virtual Front Desk
Despite the title of “virtual” Emily is in fact a real live person who manages the non-clinical side of Ascent Physical Therapy NYC and is who you will find on the other side of our “virtual front desk.”
Emily Batsford (she/they) is a theater maker and educator living in Brooklyn, NY. Their artistry prioritizes inclusion and accessibility, and includes immersive and physical theater practices, puppetry, & experimental forms.
Emily has an extensive performance history, traveling both internationally and across the United States. True to their passion for devising new work, Emily has also participated in countless work-in-progress showings at theatrical incubators across New York City.
When not performing, Emily is a Teaching Artist for Child's Play NY, Brooklyn Arts Exchange, New York City Children's Theater, Cottonwood NYC, and CO/LAB Theater Group (one of the beneficiaries of Ascent PT NYC’s community profit share!).
Emily holds a BFA in Acting from Syracuse University.
Contact: frontdesk@ascentptnyc.com