Dr. Marci D’Argenio is a PT, Doctor of Physical Therapy. She graduated from Towson University in 2003 with a Bachelors’s in Exercise Science (Magna Cum Laude). She then went on to study at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (merit scholar) in New York where she majored in Neurological Rehabilitation and earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2008. While at Columbia, she gained experience in cardiac rehabilitation, pulmonary rehabilitation, and inpatient rehabilitation.

Dr. Marci has over 13 years of experience treating patients in the outpatient orthopedic setting and 10 years in management. She specializes in muscle work and is efficient in the use of dry needling and instrument-assisted soft tissue massage to promote healing and prides herself in her “strong hands” that keep patients feeling their best. In her spare time, she enjoys exercising and is a certified TRX and pilates instructor (mat/reformer).

She spends her time away from the clinic with her husband and three energetic children, watching them play sports and enjoying the outdoors.

Dr. Lindsay Peters is a recent graduate of Stony Brook University’s Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program. She attended Stony Brook University for her undergraduate studies as well, graduating with a B.S. in Health Science and a minor in Disabilities. She was also a division one athlete for the university’s women’s swim team. During her graduate studies in physical therapy, Dr. Lindsay developed an interest in orthopedic rehabilitation and wishes to receive her certificate in this specialty in the near future.

Dr. Lindsay’s desire to become a physical therapist began in high school after a swimming injury required therapy.  This allowed her to witness firsthand the success and rehabilitation physical therapy can provide.  After participating in physical therapy as a patient, she then volunteered at a variety of outpatient orthopedic clinics and hospital settings. Her most memorable experience was at Stony Brook University, where she volunteered for a program called Adaptive Aquatics. In the Adaptive Aquatics program, she worked with children with physical and cognitive disabilities for over four years. After seeing the improvement in their quality of life, she knew she wanted to bring that excellence of patient care to all ages.

During her free time, Dr. Lindsay enjoys an active lifestyle by working out at the gym, participating in spin class, traveling, going to the beach, and spending time with her family and friends. She is excited to begin her career here at Monmouth Pain and Rehabilitation and she believes their passion for wellness and focus on 5-star service is truly like no other.

Dr. Jerome (Jerry) Ortega is a PT, Doctor of Physical Therapy. He graduated from The University of the East: Quezon City, Philippines with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy in 1994. He went on to study at the College of Saint Scholastica: Duluth Minnesota where he received his Doctorate in 2010. He is an Orthopaedic Specialist: Diplomate, American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, Certified in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy by the McKenzie Institute USA, and is a Credentialed Clinical Instructor.

He is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association: Academy of Orthopedic Physical Therapy and the New Jersey Physical Therapy Association. He has a great passion for tennis, is a member of the USTA, and is currently involved in two local tennis leagues one of which runs charity events to raise money and supplies for their local food bank. Also, in his spare time, he loves cooking and gardening.

An experienced physical therapist with over 25 years of practice primarily in an outpatient setting and with some clinical and academic instruction, Dr. Jerry provides an outstanding and specialized treatment approach with a delightful bedside manner, cheerful disposition, and a bright friendly smile.