Rehabilitation Specialists | Rehabilitation Specialists of New Jersey

At Rehabilitation Specialists of New Jersey, we are dedicated to the patients and the facilities we serve.

We pride ourselves on our collaborative care team of qualified, board-certified, physicians, physician assistants, and support staff. Our team members have excellent clinical skills and are committed to our practice core values of engagement, service, innovation, and integrity.

James D. Girardy, M.D.

Founder

Amanda Kelly, M.D.

Bhavi Patel, DO

Cristin McKenna, M.D., PhD

Hassan Tahir, D.O.

Jean Bachar, M.D.

Jose Alonso, MD

Julie Laureni, PA-C

Kara Allen, DO

Lyssa S. Jacobs, M.D.

Mark Diehl, PA-C

Merin Mathew, FNP

Nan Wang, MD

Sharon Shadani, PA-C

Shereen Makar, M.D.

Tina Bijlani, D.O.

Vittoria Contuzzi, PA-C

A Word From Our Providers

I really value being part of the RSNJ team and being of service to my patients, maintaining good relationships with my facilities, and interacting with my RSNJ colleagues.

— Cristin McKenna, M.D. Ph.D.

I take a lot of pride in providing excellent patient care and being a team player. … I am happy our practice continues to grow and thrive, and we continue to serve our patients, facilities, the hospitals and our community.

— Lyssa S. Jacobs, M.D.

I have truly enjoyed my first year with the practice and am looking forward to another exciting and rewarding year in 2023!

— Sharon Shadani, PA-C