About Tara
Tara graduated from Maria College, Albany, NY with High Honors and an A.A.S in Physical Therapy Assistant. She received the Sister Anne Lawlor Award for Excellence in Clinical Experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
Tara grew up locally in Rotterdam, NY and has stayed local working and living in the Capital Region, She has been in the outpatient orthopedic field for 17 years with Thomas Nicolla Consulting services before joining the OrthoNY team in 2019. She brings experience in treating multiple musculoskeletal conditions as well as experience in aquatic therapy, neurological issues effecting balance and function, women’s health, sports medicine, postsurgical, and non-surgical orthopedic issues. She enjoys keeping up on current literature and education in the physical therapy field to expand on her experience.
Tara enjoys family and outdoor time as much as possible.
Experience & Resources
Education
- AAS in Physical Therapy Assistant, Maria College, Albany, NY
Board Certifications
- Sister Anne Lawlor Award for Excellence in Clinical Experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant
Tara’s Reviews
Very good experience, I’m walking around pretty good. Not having all the pain I was experiencing is wonderful. I’m in pain but it’s a pain that is going to get better. All …
Antoinette Robinson
June 6th 2026
Antoinette Robinson
June 6th 2026
My visit to Ortho went well. I was able to find relief after I saw the Dr for my back pain. The medicine seems to be working which I’m grateful for.
Joseph Curry
June 6th 2026
Joseph Curry
June 6th 2026
Rachel was professional and very thorough. Set a plan in motion as well
Henry E
June 6th 2026
Henry E
June 6th 2026
I have been seeing Chris W for about 4 years for my cortisol shots. He is extremely knowledgeable, friendly and I feel that he listens to me and when/if the time comes …
Cheryl Hildenbrandt
June 6th 2026
Cheryl Hildenbrandt
June 6th 2026
Very professional, thorough, to the point.
Thomas & Maria Klein
June 5th 2026
Thomas & Maria Klein
June 5th 2026
Very professional and took care of all my.concerns
Jmormile Mormile
June 5th 2026
Jmormile Mormile
June 5th 2026
My stepfather thought Dr. Katz was nice, explained things well, did not try to force treatments or surgery. He listened to what myself and my stepfather had to say and answered questions.
Dana Masters
June 5th 2026
Dana Masters
June 5th 2026
Excellent service and very thorough with determining what may be the problem.
Willard Smith
June 5th 2026
Willard Smith
June 5th 2026
I am heard, and cared for. to me most important.
Sarah Patterson
June 5th 2026
Sarah Patterson
June 5th 2026
I broke my foot and was in great pain wearing a temporary splint. I asked for an emergency appointment and they were very kind to oblige. They fitted me with a boot …
George Fletcher
June 5th 2026
George Fletcher
June 5th 2026