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David A. Johnson, DC, DPT, Director
Doctor of Physical Therapy
“In my career, I have helped professional athletes, weekend warriors and those who just want their lives back. I truly enjoy helping those who have suffered orthopedic problems get back to what they enjoy doing. Knowing I’ve helped someone improve their health and return to their favorite activities is what brings me to the office every day.”
“I started my career as a chiropractor, but realized it wasn’t enough. So I started exploring exercises to help patients. As the practice grew, I brought on physical therapists and massage therapists. The passion for rehabilitation lead me to take hundreds of hours in continuing education to expand my knowledge. I started teaching rehabilitation to others which eventually lead me to get a Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree and a second board certification as an orthopedic specialist.”
Doctor of Physical Therapy: Rosalind Franklin University 2010
Orthopedic Certified Specialist: American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists 2016
Doctor of Chiropractic: Logan College of Chiropractic, magna cum laude 1987
Fellow: American College of Chiropractic Orthopedists 2001
Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician: ACA Council on Sports Injuries & Physical Fitness 1989
Bachelor of Science: Human Biology, Logan College of Chiropractic 1985
Thorough evaluation and quality care
“I believe you cannot treat what you don’t understand. I spend more time evaluating a person’s condition than most practitioners. After I have established what is going on, I develop a treatment plan. This plan helps my team deliver focused care rehabilitative care. We spend an hour, one on one with each patient on every physical therapy visit. It’s this different level of care, that sets us apart.”
Honors & Awards: Certificate for Teaching Excellence, Chicago Medical School; Keynote Speaker, Montana Chiropractic Physiotherapy Council; Certificate of Appreciation for Commitment to the Profession, Illinois Chiropractic Society
Selected: NFL Players Association approved list of chiropractors
Past President: Illinois Chiropractic Society, Northern Illinois District, 1999–2001
Guest Lecturer: Chicago Medical School, National College of Chiropractic, Logan College of Chiropractic, Abbott Labs, a variety of municipalities and community groups
Clinical Instructor: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Palmer College of Chiropractic, Oakton Community College
Cyprian Krotoszynski, MS, LMT, PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
“I have always been interested in teaching other people how to exercise and helping those who are hurt get back to health. I am originally from Poland and when I got to the United States, I went to school and became a massage therapist. As a massage therapist, I helped a lot of people get better, but I knew I had more to offer patients than just massage. I therefore went back to school and earned my degree as a physical therapist assistant. The integration of the two professions has allowed me to help people more effectively.”
Physical Therapist Assistant: Oakton Community College
Licensed Massage Therapist: European Massage Therapy School
Master of Science: Physical Education with a minor in Physical Therapy, Academy of Physical Education, Poland
Certified: Adult, Infant & Child CPR
Ryan Kilian, PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant
David Nulud, PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant
To schedule an appointment, please call our office at (847) 295-0920 (Lake Forest, Lake Bluff) or (847) 432-4077 (Highland Park) or use our Request an Appointment form. We also welcome patients from Fort Sheridan, Deerfield and surrounding communities.
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What our patients are saying
North Shore, Dr. J and the staff were great. I started out with a pinched cervical nerve which was causing extreme pain and numbness in my arm. Surgery had been ruled out by the neurosurgeon after an MRI. My physical recommended a regimen of physical therapy which I undertook with NorthShore in November. At that time I had consistent pain in the range of 8-9 out of 10. I had trouble sleeping, driving and performing most normal daily activities due to the constant pain. I have now been through two series of physical therapy sessions with North Shore over a couple of months and the pain and numbness are completely gone. Based on my experience I would highly recommend North Shore for physical therapy treatment and the staff is extremely friendly and helpful as a bonus! Jon Heintzelman
Jonathan HeintzelmanAll aspects of the rehab program were done with professionalism. Intake evaluation, exercise program, massage therapy and exit evaluation were all excellent and yielded excellent results for me. All of the staff are friendly and efficient. Dr. Johnson, Jeannette, Cyprian and Mary are friendly and make an otherwise difficult experience much more tolerable. I have gone to them on two occasions over the last several years for different injuries and, in both instances, my problems were resolved. I highly recommend them.
Lee EddyI was a patient 6 years ago, with lower back pain and herniation. My PT was excellent and I was back to exercise and resolution of pain and herniation. Recently I have had hip pain and and tingling down my leg. My evaluation with DR Johnson was very thorough and spot on. The PT with Dre was incredible. I am now pain free with a resolution of the tingling as well. I will definitely return for any future problems that may arise!
Barbara Bank
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