Maven Sports Medicine

Our Team

Clinical & Business Staff

Dr. Jerry Yoo, PT, DPT, CSCS | Chief Maven (Director of Clinical Practice)

Dr. Jerry Yoo completed his graduate studies at UMDNJ and Columbia University, where he obtained his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and Master of Science in Physical Therapy degrees. He is licensed to practice in NY and NJ. Dr. Yoo has also been involved in the fitness and wellness industry for over 10 years, and is a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

In April of 2007, doctors of physical therapy Jerry Yoo and Taylor Lee officially launched Maven Sports Medicine. As an expert in sport medicine and fitness, Dr. Yoo was responsible for establishing Maven Sports Medicine as one of the fastest growing out-patient rehabilitation facilities in New Jersey. Dr. Yoo specializes in orthopedic, sports, and pediatric physical therapy. He is an adjunct professor for the doctoral program in physical therapy at UMDNJ and has guest lectured at several local high schools for various athletic programs, physical education classes, and community educational workshops. Dr. Yoo is an avid triathlete and has a particular interest in treating injuries related to multi-sport athletics. Dr. Yoo is married to wife, Sunny, and has two beautiful girls, Joselyn and Emilee.

Dr. Taylor D. Lee, PT, DPT, CSCS | Chief Maven (Director of Business Development)

Dr. Taylor Lee completed his graduate studies at MCP Hahnemann University, where he obtained his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and Master of Physical Therapy degrees. He is licensed to practice in NJ. Taylor has been deeply involved in the fitness industry and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).

In April of 2007, Taylor Lee and Jerry Yoo officially launched Maven Sports Medicine. As an entrepreneur, Taylor’s understanding of business development/management/marketing has played an integral role in helping to establish Maven Sports Medicine as an exceptional business model. After Maven Sports Medicine opened its second office in Cliffside Park, Taylor began working at NAI James E. Hanson, a prestigious full-service commercial real firm headquartered in Hackensack, NJ. Taylor maintains involvement in Maven Sport Medicine’s business development. Concurrently, Taylor is gaining much respect and attention from the real estate community as an up and coming specialist in healthcare real estate. He is also quickly establishing himself as a reputable source in meeting the real estate needs of the Asian-American business community and corporations oversees. Taylor’s other entrepreneurial pursuits are Maven Innovation, LLC and Fit 4 Basic, LLC. Taylor is actively involved in many community & business organizations. Taylor is married to wife, Christine, and has two beautiful daughters, Isabella and Sofia.

Dr. Sara Murphy | Maven (Doctor of Physical Therapy)

Dr. Sara Murphy completed her graduate studies at Seton Hall University where she obtained her Doctor of Physical Therapy and Master of Science in Athletic Training. She is licensed to practice in NY and NJ. Her specialties are sports and orthopedic physical therapy and she has a particular interest in working with football players, golfers, and overhead athletes.

Dr. Murphy has on-field clinical experience with high school, Division I-III college, and professional level sports. Dr. Murphy was a Varsity high school and college level athlete in Track & Field. She is a new mom.

Administrative Staff

Scott Wallace | Director of Operations

Scott Wallace completed his Bachelor of Science in Business Management at Ramapo College and currently is the Director of Operations of Maven Sports Medicine.

Lauren-Nicole Pascual | Office Manager

Lauren graduated from Seton Hall University for a dual-major program in Social & Behavioral Sciences and Psychology. She will be attending graduate school for her degree in Accelerated BSN. She enjoys dance, reading, and snowboarding

Clinical Support Staff

Peter Griffo | Head Maven Aide

Peter Griffo graduated from Ohio University with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science. Peter is Maven Sports Medicine’s head physical therapy aide.

Sara Asher | Maven Aide

Sara Asher is a graduate of Ramapo College, where she majored in Biology and Psychology. Sara has been working as a physical therapy aide for Maven for the past 2 years and will be applying to DPT programs next year.

Patrick Kim | Maven Aide

Patrick Kim completed his undergraduate degree in history at UCLA. He is a physical therapy aide at Maven and will also be applying to DPT programs next year.

Emily McKinnnon | Maven Aide

Emily McKinnon is a graduate of Ohio University where she received her BFA in Dance and Choreography and also has her personal training certification through AFAA. She is a physical therapy aide and will be applying to DPT programs in the future.

Mihee Suh | Maven Aide

Mihee Suh completed her Bachelors degree in Health Science at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP). She is a physical therapy aide at Maven Sports Medicine and will be going into her 2nd year of the DPT program at USP in the fall 2010.

Tiffany Lee | Maven Aide

Tiffany Lee graduated from the University of Connecticut with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and is currently a second year DPT at UMDNJ. She is also interested in becoming a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist by the summer of 2010. On her time off, she enjoys playing basketball with her fellow teammates of the NYC Lady Sabres.

Bhairvi Mandavawala | Maven Student

Bhairvi Mandavawala is a student physical therapist (SPT), under the training of excellent PTs Dr. Jerry Yoo and Dr. Sara Murphy. She will be graduating in May 2010 with the degree of Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT).

Office Support Staff

Sunny Yoo | Administrative Assistant

Sunny Yoo is Dr. Yoo’s wife and is currently assisting Maven as one of our mild-mannered receptionists. Sunny received her doctorate in pharmacy at School of Pharmacy at Rutgers University.

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The MAVEN Method

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