About Us
History: Formally co-founded by Roy A. Goldberg, PT, and Edward J. Blum, PT in 1990 at the Tremont Ave location, as an extension of Mr. Goldberg's already existing practice at the Buhre Ave. location. Mr. Goldberg began his practice in 1975. Joined by Mr. Blum in 1985, they continued to grow the practice, winning the praise of the community they served. In 1994, the practices were merged to what continues today as Bronx Physical Therapy, LLP. Historically speaking, "the practice" is now over thirty years in existence and well known in the medical community to provide quality care to its patients.
Currently, Mr. Goldberg is no longer part owner of the company, but remains as a consultant to the practice. Ed Blum, PT and Rocco DeNobile, MPT, OCS, CMT, are the owners of the practice.
Roy A Goldberg is a 1974 graduate of Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons, Department of Physical Therapy. Roy has also studied with one of the leading movement impairment specialists, Dr. Sharmann, a. Ph.D. in neurobiology at Washington University Medical School in St. Louis, the leading physical therapy school in the country. Roy is an associate professor of sports science at Long Island University, where he has taught numerous courses including Advanced Analysis of Human Motions and Physiology of Exercise. He has helped many patients suffering from orthopaedic and neurological injuries. Roy has also been a martial arts instructor for more than 20 years and has been recognized internationally. His students include members of the U.S. Secret Service Special Forces, the U.S. Marine Corp, Navy Seals, and the head of security for the 561h Secretary of State. He is also an avid rock climber and evaluates movement impairment syndromes which can effect the climber's maximum performance.
Ed Blum is a Bronx native and received his certification in physical therapy in 1980 from Hunter College School of Health Sciences. As a consistent Dean's list student, his dedication and devotion to his future profession was apparent when he won an award of excellence in physical therapy. Ed was also scouted by the New York Yankees. Ed has taken numerous postgraduate courses and has developed the curriculum for myofascial pain and movement impairment syndromes. His background in kinesiology and human movement has given Ed a special interest in treating athletes with throwing injuries. Ed has co-hosted the radio talk show The Physical Therapy Show. Ed is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, the Council of Licensed Physiotherapists of New York, the private practice session of the American Physical Therapy Association, the orthopaedic section of the American Physical Therapy Association, the sports medicine section of the American Physical Therapy Association, and the Alliance of Independent Physical Therapists of New York State. Ed enjoys playing tennis and softball in his leisure time.
