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Philadelphia - North Broad

1600 North Broad Street
Suite 3
Philadelphia, PA 19121

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(215) 228-2661

Foreign Languages: Spanish

Hours

Day of the Week Hours
Monday:7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:7:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday:Closed
About

Welcome to NovaCare Rehabilitation's North Philadelphia location on the corner of Broad and Cecil B. Moore in the heart of Temple University Campus and right in front of Broad and Dauphin Orange line subway. We are a large center with flexible schedules.

We know that injuries are never scheduled, but relief can be. If you're injured, tired of having less mobility or experiencing aches and pains, let our licensed clinical experts help. We believe movement is medicine and are committed to helping you get back to work, athletics and daily life. The road to recovery starts with NovaCare!

Our therapy pool at the YMCA is a great alternative for patients with chronic hip or knee arthritis, low back pain and certain post-operative conditions among others. We also offer van service within a 10-mile radius from our center location.

We are proud to serve your community and are committed to providing each person an exceptional experience that promotes healing and recovery in a safe, compassionate environment. Request an appointment and experience the power of physical therapy today.

Outside front of building
Therapy equipment
Therapy equipment
Our Team

Chandi Thomas, P.T., DPT

Chandi is a dedicated physical therapist with 18 years of experience providing exceptional, evidence-based care. He earned his bachelor's degree from Howard University and his doctorate in physical therapy from Temple University.

Chandi has worked with LaSalle University student athletes and the Philadelphia 76ers, and he specializes in the evaluation and rehabilitation of sports and orthopedic injuries, both pre- and post-surgical.

He treats patients from pediatric to geriatric, and has extensive experience in work-related injury rehabilitation and return-to-work programs.

Chandi believes the earlier rehabilitation and structured exercise begin, the greater the opportunity to build healthy movement patterns and habits that last a lifetime. His approach also emphasizes patient education and compassionate care to promote recovery, performance and lifelong wellness.

Marcus Sistrun, P.T. DPT

Marcus is a patient-focused professional, trained in the rehabilitation of orthopedic conditions and sports injuries. He also has a special interest in treating patients with a sports mindset.

With more than five years of experience at the center, Marcus has developed expertise in vestibular and concussion rehabilitation, helping patients manage dizziness, balance disorders, vertigo and post-concussion symptoms to restore function and improve quality of life.

Marcus earned his bachelor's degree in 2016 from Lincoln University, where he played outfield for the Division II Lions. He earned his doctorate in physical therapy from Temple University in 2021.

Marcus coaches youth baseball, drawing on his lifelong passion for the sport as a way to mentor young athletes.

Robin Varghese , P.T., DPT

Robin is a dedicated and patient-focused physical therapist and assistant center manager with NovaCare Rehabilitation, where he has proudly served for the past eight years.

He earned his doctorate in physical therapy in 2018 from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. Robin is committed to delivering evidence-based care tailored to each patient's needs. His clinical interests include post-operative rehabilitation, pediatric therapy and working with athletes to help them safely return to activity.

He values building strong therapeutic relationships and creating a supportive environment that promotes confidence and progress throughout the recovery process. Robin enjoys staying active and participates in a local, recreational basketball league.

Paige McAlister, P.T., DPT

Paige was born and raised in Los Angeles, Calif., where she developed a lifelong passion for movement and performance through softball and volleyball. She earned her bachelor's degree in kinesiology from San Jose State University in 2018, followed by her doctorate in physical therapy from University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in 2025.

She has a special interest in treating orthopedic conditions for all ages. Paige's treatment philosophy centers on individualized care, optimizing outcomes and equipping patients with knowledge and confidence to take ownership of their recovery.

Outside the center, Paige likes to spend time with loved ones, explore new restaurants, play volleyball and listen to true crime podcasts.

All Services Highlights
At NovaCare Rehabilitation, we know that injuries are never scheduled, but relief can be. If you're injured, tired of having less mobility or experiencing aches and pains, let our licensed clinical experts help. We believe movement is medicine and are committed to helping our patients get back to work, athletics and daily life. The road to recovery starts with NovaCare Rehabilitation!

Community Involvement

NovaCare Rehabilitation is a proud partner of the Philadelphia Eagles, Phillies, 76ers and Flyers. NovaCare also has collegiate partnerships with multiple universities which boast onsite locations to provide easy access to care for the faculty, students and athletes. These universities include La Salle, Temple and Villanova where we are the official physical therapy and athletic training provider to the student-athletes.

Programs

Specialized programs vary by location. Contact us today for more information.

CoreVia Pelvic Health

CoreVia Pelvic Health is a specialized program providing care — and relief — to men, women and children. Our patients have access to specially trained pelvic health physical therapists.

CoreVia’s hallmark is advanced clinical expertise and timely access that enables our team to assess and treat symptoms related to pelvic health conditions.

For more information about CoreVia Pelvic Health, click here.

Hand Therapy

Our certified hand therapists (CHT) provide comprehensive and industry-leading treatment for hand, wrist, arm, elbow and shoulder injuries or conditions. Our team will work with you to create an individualized program to return you to work, life and athletics as soon as possible.

For more information about hand therapy services, click here.

ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation

ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation is the first nationwide comprehensive oncology rehabilitation program of its kind. ReVital focuses on helping individuals with cancer, and those in recovery, live better lives. Our highly trained therapists lead a specialized rehabilitation program that helps manage the side effects of cancer and its treatment.

For more information about ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation, click here.

Select Sports Center of Excellence

When you need dedicated, sports-specific care, look to our Select Sports Centers of Excellence (COE). Our COE designation conveys the highest quality in sports medicine delivery. It's an endorsement of expertise in sports as a clinical practice.

In these centers, you'll work with specially trained sports medicine physical therapists. Their advanced clinical skills and sports experience can help all levels of athletes.

For more information about Select Sports Center of Excellence, click here.