The Staff
Our Physical Therapy team, consisting of several experienced therapists, has been carefully and selectively assembled over the past few years. We’ve made it a commitment to hire only the best therapists, who have different specializations to add to our diverse therapy group. Our staff is highly regarded throughout the Physical Therapy community and has had tremendous success in treating patients and producing positive outcomes.
Terry Abrams, MPT, CSCS – President, Physical Therapist
After getting his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Tennessee, Terry received his Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Nova Southeastern University in 2003. A former professional tennis player, Terry won a Gold Medal in the 1999 Pan American Maccabi Games. Having several injuries during his tennis career, Terry used the services of several different therapists for rehab. After beginning his career in Physical Therapy, Terry noticed that the quality services that had once helped him navigate through his tennis career had been replaced by assembly line clinics that treated over 100 patients a day. Terry founded CardioFlex Therapy in 2005 in Fort Lauderdale, thereby realizing his vision of bringing an individualized and personal approach to Physical Therapy. Terry performs Physical Therapy in the Outpatient Clinic.
Kristy Mak – Office Manager
As the Office Manager at CardioFlex Therapy, Kristy handles all the administrative responsibilities from general functions to the most detailed tasks. Before arriving here at CardioFlex, Kristy had been the Office Manager for medical doctor groups and also in the corporate sector. Kristy makes sure that everyone in the office knows what they are supposed to do on a daily basis, and that things are running smoothly.
Judy Carreras – Tech Supervisor
Judy played fast-pitch girls’ softball in high school and for the Pines Thunder travel team of the USSSA Softball league in South Florida for several years. She umpired the same league for 6 years after her playing career ended. Judy graduated from FIU with a degree in Recreational Therapy in 2018, and then became a PT Tech at CardioFlex Therapy. She has worked for over three years as a PT Tech Supervisor and is responsible for training all 12 Techs.
Diane Sadek, PT – Physical Therapist
The most experienced member of our staff, Diane received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy from Suny Brooklyn University in 1990. Diane has been the PT Director at leading Orthopedic, Aquatic, and Neurological clinics in Fort Lauderdale. Diane brings all of her experience to our company, and covers the Outpatient Clinic, Broward, Dade, & Palm Beach County for Home Physical Therapy.
Deisy Pirajan, OT – Occupational Therapist
Originally from Columbia, Deisy is bilingual and is perfectly fluent in both English and Spanish. A former horseback rider, Deisy understands how to execute a plan and is a great team player. Deisy graduated from Barry University in 2010 and focuses on Orthopedics, Neurology, and Geriatrics. She has worked in diverse settings including outpatient, inpatient, nursing homes, and home OT. Deisy covers the Outpatient Clinic, Broward, Dade, & Palm Beach County for Home Occupational Therapy.
Chris Kelly, PTA – Physical Therapy Assistant
Originally from London, Chris earned his Physical Therapy Assistant Degree from Broward College in Fort Lauderdale in 2007. Chris specializes in Neurology, Geriatrics, and Orthopedics in hospital-based and home therapy settings. Chris has worked for some of the largest hospitals corporations in South Florida. Chris covers Broward, Dade, & Palm Beach County for Home Physical Therapy.
Yani Morales, PTA – Physical Therapy Assistant
Probably the most patient therapist on our staff, Yani earned her Physical Therapy Assistant Degree from Keiser College in Fort Lauderdale in 2016. Specializing in Orthopedics, Neurology, and Geriatrics, Yani has experience working for large outpatient corporations and nursing homes. Yani covers Broward, Dade, & Palm Beach County for Home Physical Therapy.
Noelle Hirschfeld, PTA – Physical Therapy Assistant
One of the most flexible members of our therapy team, Noelle received her Physical Therapy Assistant Degree from Keiser University in 2011. Noelle specializes primarily in Geriatrics, Orthopedics, and Neurology. Working in a variety of settings, Noelle brings her tremendous range of skills to CardioFlex. Noelle covers the Outpatient Clinic, Broward, Dade, & Palm Beach County for Home Physical Therapy.
Wilber Baez, OTA – Occupational Therapy Assistant
One of the most personable therapists on our staff, Wilber has a passion for working with the elderly. He graduated from Keiser University in 2018 and focuses on Geriatrics, Orthopedics, and Neurology. Nataly covers Broward, Dade, & Palm Beach County for Home Occupational Therapy.
Melody Requena, OTA – Occupational Therapy Assistant
Melody obtained her OTA degree from Keiser University in 2009. Having worked in a variety of different facilities and specializing in Orthopedics, Neurology, and Geriatrics, Melody brings a wealth of knowledge to CardioFlex. Melody covers Broward, Dade, & Palm Beach County for Home Occupational Therapy.