Aaron Salaga PT

Aaron participated in high school and collegiate sports and received injuries on a weekly basis. He discovered his interest in physical therapy while going through sport conditioning programs and his own injury rehabilitation process. With a major in biology, a minor in Exercise Sports Science and a brother who was already a practicing physical therapist, it became clear to him that he would pursue a Doctorate in Physical Therapy and join his brother in the business.

Specializations: General Orthopedics

Hamilton NJ office

Chris Salaga PT

Chris received his Bachelor of Science in biology at Ursinus College where he also competed in varsity football and track & field. Following undergraduate studies, Chris decided to continue his academic experience with completion of the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Rutgers University School of Health Related Professions in Newark, NJ. Chris believes physical activity and exercise to be a major pillar of overall health and well-being. He enjoys coaching individuals who wish to achieve their physical performance goals and to improve their quality of life.  Chris enjoys hiking, weightlifting, and training for long distance running.

Specialization: General Orthopedics

Certification: Level 1 Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA Level 1)

Hamilton NJ Office

Jaime Caceres PT

Jaime became interested in the field of physical therapy while undergoing treatment for injuries he sustained while playing high school sports. He started working at Hamilton Physical Therapy after graduating from the University of Medicine and Dentistry (UMDNJ) in 1993 and has been a partner at HPTS since 2002. Jamie strongly believes in delivering the “HPTS Experience” which is to provide physical and occupational therapy and excellent customer service in a positive, compassionate environment to achieve maximum rehabilitation potential for each patient we are privileged to serve. He is very grateful to the four founding partners of HPTS; Gary, Ginny, Rick and Alvin for being great role models and mentors. On his free time, he enjoys traveling with his wife, spending time with his children, and playing with his pups Cooper and Sophie.

Specializations: Foot and Ankle, Spine, General Orthopedics

Certifications: Matheson System of Work Hardening and Work Conditioning Provider, WorkSteps Functional Capacity Evaluation and Functional Employment Testing Provider, Ergonomic Assessment Specialist (CEAS), Graston Technique Clinician

Member of the APTA (American Physical Therapy Association)

Member of the Academy of Aquatic Physical Therapy

Hamilton NJ, and Schafer Center Ewing NJ

Krystal Emerson PT DPT

Krystal’s dad was her inspiration for becoming a Physical Therapist. He spent most of her childhood suffering from pain due to the injuries he incurred while serving in the Army. It was difficult to watch him being sidelined from the activities he loved to do.   In high school she had a sport related injury and was referred to a physical therapist. It was during her many weeks of treatment that she came to appreciate the role of the physical therapist in rehabilitation and developed a strong interest in becoming a Physical Therapist.   While at Thomas Jefferson she found her passion for working with a Geriatric population, specifically those with Parkinson’s Disease. She loves being a Physical Therapist and helping her patients get back to the activities they enjoy.

Specializations: Parkinson’s Disease, LSVT BIG, Post CVA, Geriatrics, Balance Deficits, Neurological Disorders.

Certifications: LSVT BIG, Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery (PWR!)

Hamilton NJ office

Scott Giallella PT

Scott Giallella started working at Hamilton Physical Therapy in 2002 after graduating from Widener University with a Master of Science in Physical Therapy. He is currently a partner at HPTS. He married his wife, Gina, in 2004 and they have 3 boys – Luca 15, Logan 12, and Levi 11 – which keep them very busy. In June he will celebrate his 20-year anniversary with Hamilton PT.

Specializations: Vestibular Rehabilitation, General Orthopedics, Sports Injuries, Sports Specific Rehab, Post-concussion, Balance/Gait Dysfunctions

Hamilton and Robbinsville NJ offices

Tracy McCarty PT DPT

Tracey became a Physical Therapist because she wanted to help other people and make a positive difference in this world. Physical Therapy is a second career, and she is so grateful for being able to do something she loves every day. When she is not stretching patients, Tracey enjoys being outdoors in her vegetable garden or fishing with her hubby and friends.

Specializations: General Orthopedics, Oncology Rehabilitation, Lymphedema, LSVT BIG and Parkinson’s Disease

Certifications: LSVT BIG

Hamilton NJ office