PatellofemoralPainSyndromePFPS near North Bergen, NJ

Care Philosophy: We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person.

Care Philosophy: With a steadfast dedication to offering unbiased guidance, I specialize in helping individuals overcome chronic pain, including conditions like chronic low back pain, failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS), failed knee replacement surgery, failed shoulder replacement surgery, joint disease, spinal disc disease, and severe arthritis. My mission is to empower people to live happier, pain-free lives, regardless of how long they've struggled. Together, we'll embark on a journey towards holistic well-being by unlocking your full potential to achieve your goals.

Biography: Dr. Rajiv Kinkhabwala was born in York, Pennsylvania and grew up in the central New Jersey town of East Brunswick. He graduated from Cornell University Phi Beta Kappawith a BA in Economics and worked for one year as a currency options trader before going on to medical school at the New York University School of Medicine. He then completed anInternal Medicine residency at NYU Medical Center/Bellevue and was selected Chief Resident. Prior to joining Weill Cornell, he practiced primary care medicine for close to 25 years in Manhattan as part of Murray Hill Medical Group/Caremount/Optum, where he served on their Executive Committeeand as a managing director responsible for the ongoing operations of the practice. He lives in New Jersey with his wife and two daughters.

Care Philosophy: I believes that the fundamental principle of rehabilitation medicine is to improve quality of life by enhancing function to help children realize their full potential. Pediatric rehabilitation medicine requires an astute application of that philosophy in order to recognize the unique challenges children face as they age. I utilizes an interdisciplinary team-based approach to prioritize the needs of the child and family, often including physical, occupational, and speech therapists, orthotists/prosthetists, and social workers. My areas of interest include cerebral palsy (pediatric and adult), developmental delay, other acquired and congenital brain disorders, spinal cord injury and spina bifida, acute musculoskeletal injuries, muscular dystrophies,and other neuromuscular conditions. I offer muscle tone management, including botulinum toxin injections and intrathecal baclofen pump management, bracing, prosthetics, assistive device and adaptive equipment, & therapeutic program referrals.

Biography: Dr. Skeens attended medical school at Des Moines University in his home town in Iowa, and completed his residency at the nearby Mercy Medical Center, where he served as chief resident. He practiced primary care medicine with UnityPoint Clinics in Cedar Falls, Iowa, for nearly ten years, also serving as faculty for three years within the family medicine residency program, teaching and mentoring new physicians, both in clinic and hospital settings. A fun fact: Dr. Skeens graduated from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design and worked as a freelance illustrator for several years before entering medical school. Outside of medicine, he is generally found outdoors exploring new places with wife and dog, adventure cycling, running, or taking photographs. Dr. Skeens is thrilled to join Weill Cornell Medicine Primary Care and establish new roots in New York City.