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Our Staff
Our Orthopedic Physicians
Our Pain Management Physicians
Physicians Assistants Diane Niestepski, RPAC - Director of Physician Assistants  Diane Niestepski has been a board certified Physician Assistant since 2000. She is a graduate of the St. John's University in Queens, New York and a graduate
of the Bayley Seton Physician Assistant Program. She has specialized in orthopedic surgery for the last six years. Diane sees patients & assists in operative
procedures. She is available to answer your questions or address any concerns before and after surgery.
Michele deOliviera, PA-C  Michele deOliveira completed her undergraduate studies and earned a Master's degree from the Physician
Assistant Program at Seton Hall University. She has been a board certified Physician Assistant since 2005. Her experience in both the office and the operating room has
enhanced her performance as a healthcare provider. Quality of patient care has always been Michele's priority and she would be glad to make your experience with us a
pleasant one.
Nurse Practitioners Victoria Kummer, R.N, APN-C/RNFA  Victoria Kummer, R.N , APN-C/RNFA is a Board Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and a Registered Nurse First Assistant. She is a dedicated nursing professional with over 20 years of critical care nursing experience. Victoria graduated from Rutgers University in 2004 with her Master’s Degree in Nursing and in 2005 with her First Assistant Certificate. She works in collaboration with The Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey physicians in the office and also assists in operative procedures. Patient care and comfort are among her biggest and most important priorities. She is more than willing to help patients with any of their needs.
Physical Therapists  Brian Karns, PT, DPT, ATCCo-Director A licensed physical therapist and athletic trainer, Brian graduated from West Chester University in 1990 with a degree in athletic training and from UMDNJ in 2004 with a doctorate of physical therapy. He has specialized experience in the care of athletic injuries, and in addition to serving as co-director of physical therapy services for The Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey, Brian presently serves as athletic trainer for the Newton High School sending district, where he has done so since 1993. He is a former athletic trainer for Drew University and Centenary College, and has served the tri-county community since 1990. Brian takes pride in providing thoughtful, thorough and compassionate care with a personal touch. Brian’s primary goal is to make sure you regain or achieve the highest level of your physical potential, as comfortably, safely and quickly as possible based on a plan of care created especially for you.  Brian Ireland, PT, DPTCo-Director Brian Ireland is a Board Licensed Therapist in the State of New Jersey. He received his Bachelors of Science degree in biology with a minor in chemistry and sport and exercise science from Messiah College. He then continued his studies receiving a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. He has continued his education post professionally by becoming certified in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (Cert MDT) from the McKenzie Institute of America. Brian is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association, and is certified to perform The Functional Movement Screen by The Functional Movement Screen Board of Certification. Throughout his years of experience as both a Physical Therapist and Personal Trainer Brian has worked with patients and clients of all age groups with different fitness/rehabilitation goals. His patients range from senior citizens looking for improved balance and endurance to professional athletes looking to get back into their highly competitive sport better then when they were first injured. Brian lives in Bridgewater with his wife and their two daughters.  Jessica Klimas, PT, MSPT
A Licensed Physical Therapist, Jessica graduated from Misericordia University in 2008 with a Master’s Degree of Science in Physical Therapy. She has specialized in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy since graduating. While attending college, Jessica was a member of the softball and volleyball teams. She is able to relate to athletes and provide the highest level of care to ensure full recovery. Her hard work and dedication is not limited to only sports related injuries. She enjoys meeting new people and working with a variety of patients. Her primary goal is to develop a strong patient-therapist relationship in order to establish and deliver the highest quality of care.  Eric Armstrong, ATC, LAT, P.E.S.
Eric Armstrong is the newest member of the Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey’s Physical Therapy team. He received his Bachelors of Science degree in athletic training from King’s College in May of 2007. Eric will be receiving his Master’s Degree from California University of Pennsylvania in June, 2011. Eric has had the opportunity to gain extensive and valuable experience in the field. Between 2007 and the present Eric has been a part of the training staff for Caldwell College, Mitchell College, Bloomfield High School and has assisted in covering games with the New Jersey Ironmen Professional indoor soccer team. Eric was appointed the Head Athletic Trainer at Mitchell College, while working through Lawrence & Memorial Hospital and has filled a similar position at Bloomfield High School. In 2009 Eric had the opportunity to work with the training staff of the Philadelphia Eagles during their Pre-Season and Training Camp. He was then asked back by the Eagles to work during the regular 2010 Season. Some of his duties included: preparing players for all practices and games, game day sideline coverage responsibilities and performing rehabilitation on injured players. Eric is a certified/licensed Athletic Trainer with expertise in performance enhancement skills. He has worked with athletes from teenagers through the professional ranks. In his spare time, Eric likes to maintain an active lifestyle spending time outdoors hiking and exploring with his dog. He is also actively involved in working out and weight training. Eric resides in Essex Fells, NJ with his fiancée Tiffani.  Kim Dillon, PT, MSPT
Kim has worked as a licensed Physical Therapist in the state of New Jersey since graduating with a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree from The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 2001. With over 10 years of experience in an outpatient orthopedic setting, Kim has worked with patients of all ages and activity levels, including professional athletes. Kim takes pride in learning new treatments and manual techniques each year through continuing education courses in order to help her patients reduce their pain and return to their daily activities as quickly as possible. She has a strong background in McKenzie mechanical diagnosis and therapy for the spine, Mulligan mobilizations, myofascial release and core stabilization. Each of Kim’s programs is tailored specifically to meet an individual patient’s needs. When she is not working at The Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey, Kim is at home taking care of her three small children and spending time with her husband in Long Valley.  Wayne Bauer, LPTA
Wayne has been a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant working in Hackettstown for 25 years. After graduating from Morris Catholic High School in 1979 he graduated with honors from Essex County College in 1986 earning an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Physical Therapy. Originally from Long Island Wayne grew up in New Jersey and has been a resident of Hackettstown with his wife for 20 years. In addition to assisting the Physical Therapists with complex Physical Therapy procedures, Wayne relies on his many years of clinical experience to provide a challenging and aggressive environment for his patients. Wayne continually seeks to increase his knowledge of Physical Therapy by routinely attending continuing education seminars that augment the formal education he has received. Professional Staff  Leonard Schwartz, Managing Director
 Joanne Rosol, Manager/Director of Billing Department
 Sue Gaffney, Manager
 Doree Vandenbergh - Manager
 Warren, Sussex, and Morris Counties and Eastern Pennsylvania. For an appointment at any one of our 14 locations Call 1-877-55-ORTHO (1-877-556-7846) 
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