Ascend Physical Therapy is one of the leading physical therapy offices on Long Island
We have excellent patient outcomes due to our personalized treatment approach. Our team, led by owner and licensed physical therapist, Michael Cormican, focuses on a hands-on approach which makes our patients’ rehabilitation and recovery extremely successful. Our diagnostic capabilities, individualized treatment plans, and communication with physicians makes our services stand out and helps our patients.
From our youngest patients to our oldest, we help our patients achieve their goals. Our physical therapists have experience treating a variety of conditions. We are also experienced in treating automobile and workers’ compensation injuries.
At Ascend Physical Therapy we don’t just treat the patient, we treat the patient like family. The unique neighborhood physical therapy atmosphere contributes to the overall rehabilitation of the patient and leads to optimal results.
Our Team
Michael Cormican
Michael is the owner of Ascend Physical Therapy. He specializes in orthopedics and sports physical therapy. Michael received his B.S. degree from Fairfield University in 1989 and continued his studies at Columbia University where he earned his Masters in Physical Therapy in 1991. Michael is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association.
In 1997, Michael was recruited by New York University to design, implement and direct a state-of-the-art Physical/Occupational Therapy service within its Health Center. This included equipment/space design, staff development, treatment protocols, and clinical education. Michael has over 30 years of clinical experience. He has extensive knowledge of exercise program design to meet the carrying needs of his patients.
Mike is involved in many local sports organizations and volunteers his time to coach CYO basketball and RVC Soccer. He is often seen on the sidelines cheering on local club and high school sports teams. He has also worked with local professional sports teams and continues to consult with them. Mike completed the NYC Marathon in 1995 and 2019. He is an avid golfer and enjoys spending time with his two children.
Peter Gomez
Peter Gomez graduated from the University of Scranton with a B.S. degree in Exercise Science. He first worked as an aide before heading back to Scranton to obtain his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2015. He has been working in Outpatient Orthopedics since. He is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association. He is a certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), and certified Kinesiotape Practitioner.
Pete enjoys weightlifting and running in his spare time. He finished the NYC Marathon in 2022 and is looking forward to completing more marathons in the future. When he is not at the office, Pete enjoys going to the beach, playing beach volleyball, and skiing. He loves to learn and stays up to date on all the cutting-edge news and studies in sports, training, and rehabilitation.
