Meet the Team:

Peter, Licensed Physical Therapist, President

Peter opened P D Rehab, Inc. in March, 2004. Peter's interest in the body's anatomy and physiology led to three successful years in Medical School before switching to the hands-on science of physical therapy. He earned a Master's in Physical Therapy at the Academy of Physical Education in Krakow. Peter specializes in manual therapy, sports therapy, TMJ and spinal disorders. He has completed over 500 postgraduate hours in lectures, demonstrations and practical training. Peter added the Graston Technique® to his specialties in 2009. Peter brought his wife Eva into the practice in 2006.

Peter worked at various hospitals and orthopedic practices before he opened P D Rehab. He has created an environment at P D Rehab which combines the best qualities of the different places he has worked and he is able to treat his patients with a more personal and holistic approach. Peter enjoys his family, meeting new people and learning about other cultures. He speaks Polish, Russian, English and a little bit of Spanish.

Eva, Licensed Physical Therapist, Vice President

Eva received her Master's Degree in Rehabilitation at the Academy of Physical Education in Krakow, Poland. She graduated in 1995, moved to America and has been practicing since then.

Eva is married to Peter and they have two children; Adam is 11 and Julia is 7.

She enjoys learning about other cultures and religions, and decorating and redecorating her house.

Eva has lots of experience with knee and hip problems after working for years in a nursing home environment. She completed Lymphedema training at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago and provides Lymphedema treatment in our offices. Recently she became certified at LSVT® BIG! for patients with Parkinson's disease. She has also taken vestibular rehabilitation and foot problem courses. Eva has been an integral part of our new Work Hardening and Work Conditioning programs.

Ewa, Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant/Licensed Massage Therapist

Ewa received her Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Konstancin Medical College. She chose to specialize in massage therapy and therapeutic exercise for children with scoliosis. Ewa received training from Massage Therapy Associates, Ltd. and she is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association. In 2007 Ewa received certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork from NCBTMB.

Ewa is interested in physical therapy, and enjoys sports related activites like sailing, cycling, swimming, hiking, and scouting with her family. She is married and has 2 children. In the past Ewa has enjoyed treating people in the music industry giving therapeutic massages before and after the concerts. She has given massages to the Gipsy Kings, Metallica, Rod Stewart's managers, and Phil Collin's crew to name a few.

Joan, Office Manager

Joan started out as a patient at P D Rehab, Inc. in 2004 and decided to stay. She has a teaching degree in Elementary Education and has been substitute teaching for the past 9 years. Prior to this she worked in accounting for over 10 years. In 2008 Joan took over the billing at P D Rehab.

Joan has been married for 21 years to Phil and they have 4 children, ages 19 to 12. She loves computers and electronic gadgets, plus Joan enjoys swimming and reading. For the past few years Joan has been actively involved in Community Theater and has been in many musicals, most recently The Wizard of Oz.

Sandra, Rehab Aide and Office Assistant

Sandra is currently a student at UIC majoring in kinesiology and Polish. She is finishing her Bachelor's degree and plans to continue her education in Physical Therapy.

Sandra is an active person. She enjoys all kinds of sports - especially adrenaline inducing sports like skiing, scuba diving and motocross riding. Sandra is also interested in photography and art. She loves taking pictures while traveling and then gathering the memories in scrap books. Sandra also enjoys ballroom dancing.

Gosia, Administrative Assistant and Rehab Aide Chicago

Gosia received her Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois at Chicago in May. She plans to go to school to become a physical therapist in the near future.

Gosia enjoys being outdoors. She roller blades, runs outside when it is warm, and snowboards in the winter. Gosia also enjoys traveling, listening to music, dancing and reading. She is interested in cars and loves animals.

Ania, Billing

Ania has an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice and is certified in Medical Billing and Coding.

Ania loves to spend time with her 13 year old son. She also likes Pilates, traveling, camping, skiing, biking, running. During the winter months you might find Ania experimenting in the kitchen or reading and watching movies. Learning about different countries, their traditions and religions is also something that she enjoys. Ania is a member of AAPC (American Association of Professional Coders) and volunteers for ZHP (Polish Boy Scouts).

Ola, Front Desk and Rehab Aide Prospect Heights

Ola is studying at Dominican University in River Forest, her major is undeclared. She graduated from St. James Polish School in Chicago and East Leyden High School.

Ola enjoys photography, painting, outdoor adventure and dancing. She also works elections as a student election judge. Ola has enjoyed traveling to Poland, Mexico, Austria, and Slovakia and learning about different cultures and religions.

Michal, Licensed Massage Therapist

Michal is an independent Licensed Massage Therapist, who works primarily in Prospect Heights and Chicago.

Malgosia, Licensed Massage Therapist

Malgosia is an independent Licensed Massage Therapist, who works primarily in the Bloomingdale office.

Sharon Olszowka, Marketing Coordinator

Sharon Olszowka received her Bachelors Degree in Business and Marketing from DePaul University. She has experience marketing various products in her past positions for the past seven years. Sharon endorses products and services that promote health and well being.

Sharon enjoys running in the spring, summer, and fall, and downhill skiing in the winter. She has completed 3 half marathons and her favorite Half Marathon was in Disney World. Sharon loves the mountains at any time of the year. She enjoys skiing, camping, white water rafting and hiking anywhere, but loves to do all of them in Colorado. Sharon loves to travel when she has the chance.