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Christopher Johnson

Chris completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Delaware, where he earned a bachelor of science with distinction while completing a senior thesis in the physical therapy department under Dr. Lynn Snyder-Mackler. Chris was a member of the varsity men’s tennis team, scholar athlete, captain in 2000, and recipient of the Lee J Hyncik award for excellence in athletics and academics. He remained at the University of Delaware to earn a degree in physical therapy (2003) while completing an orthopedic/sports graduate fellowship under Dr. Michael J. Axe.

Following graduation, he relocated to New York City to work at the Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine and Athletic Trauma of Lenox Hill Hospital as a physical therapist and researcher. Chris also assumed the role of managing therapist at NY Orthopedics PT (2009-10) before deciding to further pursue his work as a physical therapist and clinical educator. Chris currently owns his own practice Chris Johnson PT LLC and also holds part time hours at New York Sports Med and Physical Therapy. He is one of the founding members of the PT Project Continuing Education Series. Chris is also a competitive triathlete and recently qualified for the Half Ironman World Championships in Clearwater. Recently, Chris became certified as a triathlon coach (ITCA), to compliment his work as a physical therapist, especially when providing rehabilitation to individuals who participate in endurance-based sports.