Anah Nizar
4010 Gates Rd Jamesville,NY
Summary
A compassionate professional in physical health rehabilitation, ready to excel and learn as a sports physical therapist. Known for productivity and collaboration in task completion. Specialized skills in efficiency, patient assessment, and rehabilitation program design, all curated toward sports PT. Excel at communication, empathy, and teamwork to optimize patient outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independant Study with Carolina Huricanes
Nick Mahaffey
Raleigh, North Carolina
08.2025 - Current
- Completed advanced training in injury prevention and rehabilitation for professional hockey athletes, with emphasis on sport-specific demands and individualized physical therapy interventions based on player position.
Athletic Trainer Student Aide
Duke Football Team
01.2025 - Current
- Provided on-field support during games for hydration, and assisted ATs with other needs.
- Perform rehabilitation duties in training room, including taping, cupping application of modalities, etc.
Sports PT Volunteer
The Soccer Tournament
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Assisted licensed sports physical therapists in delivering on-field injury care and performance support during national level tournament .
Observation
Duke Olympic Sports Training Room
01.2024 - Current
- Observe Dr John Justyn, PT, DPT, CSCS in his treatment and strength monitoring of baseball athletes
- Provide additional support during treatment methods.
Research Assistant
Arcadia University
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Contributed to studies examining impact of ACL injuries on neuromuscular function under Dr. Zarzycki's, DPT supervision.
- Supported data collection efforts from patients and analyzed using Excel.
Physical Therapist Volunteer
Arcadia University's Baseball Team
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Assisted during practice while supporting PT in conducting strength assessments
Clinical
Duke Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Supported PT in treatment initiatives including vital sign monitoring, patient evaluations, and treatment.
Physical Therapist Tech
Syracuse Orthopedic Specialist
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Assist with clerical task and assist Physical Therapists when needed
Education
Doctorate Of Physical Therapy -
Duke University
Durham, NC05.2027
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Arcadia University
Glenside, PA05.2024
Leadership Experience
- Treasurer of Duke University Graduate and Professional Student Government
- Leader of Duke DPT's Hand and Upper Extremity Student Academy
- Leader of Duke DPT's Student Inclusion Committee
- Leader of Duke Health Center for Interprofessional Education and Care Student Advisory Group
- President of Academics of Arcadia University's Biology Student Advisory Board
- Captain, Varsity Swim Team, 2021
Affiliations
- Volunteer at Duke University High Performance-Sports Science Conference
- Volunteer at CP Soccer for children
- Volunteer at Highschool Sports Physicals Outreach Night at Duke Center for Living
- Member of Sports Academy at Duke University's DPT Program
- Member of APTA NC SSIG Advocacy Project
- CrossFit competitor and participant
Accomplishments
- Leung A, Cummer K, Nizar A, Ip SH, Zarzycki R.
Knee Confidence is Related to Corticospinal Excitability in Patients 4-6 Months Post-Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Thematic Poster at ACSM Annual Meeting, Boston, MA 2024
Certification
CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers
Timeline
Independant Study with Carolina Huricanes
Nick Mahaffey
08.2025 - Current
Sports PT Volunteer
The Soccer Tournament
05.2025 - 06.2025
Athletic Trainer Student Aide
Duke Football Team
01.2025 - Current
Clinical
Duke Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
10.2024 - 03.2025
Observation
Duke Olympic Sports Training Room
01.2024 - Current
Physical Therapist Tech
Syracuse Orthopedic Specialist
06.2022 - 07.2022
Research Assistant
Arcadia University
01.2022 - 05.2024
Physical Therapist Volunteer
Arcadia University's Baseball Team
08.2021 - 05.2024
Doctorate Of Physical Therapy -
Duke University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Arcadia University
Similar Profiles
Dominick EtheridgeDominick Etheridge
Internship at Mahaffey Family Medicine Clinic at Mcdavid MahaffeyInternship at Mahaffey Family Medicine Clinic at Mcdavid Mahaffey
Lindsey WhitenerLindsey Whitener
Administration/Scheduling Coordinator at Mahaffey Linkous OrthodonticsAdministration/Scheduling Coordinator at Mahaffey Linkous Orthodontics
Cynthia HamptonCynthia Hampton
Behavioral Specialist at Mahaffey Elementary SchoolBehavioral Specialist at Mahaffey Elementary School
Maura StoneMaura Stone
Director of Field Operations at Shelf EngineDirector of Field Operations at Shelf Engine
Henia ZamesHenia Zames
Social Media Manager at Jewish Federation Of Central New YorkSocial Media Manager at Jewish Federation Of Central New York