Advanced Care Staff

The Co-Founders of Advanced Care

E. Christopher Glavaris, PT, DScPT

A graduate of Washington College with a B.S. degree in Biology and Chemistry, Chris received his doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. He has conducted research at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Department of Cell Biology and Neurology.

Chris practices both orthopedic and neurological physical therapy and has developed special interests in spinal, shoulder and craniomandibular dysfunctions. His unique blend of manual therapy, progressive exercises and patient education ensures a successful rehabilitation.

Chris serves as Assistant Clinical Professor for the Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences at his alma mater, University of Maryland, Baltimore, where he is past president of the Alumni Association. UMB honored him for his many contributions by naming him "2004 Alumnus of the Year." Chris has taught courses and seminars at both the entry and postgraduate levels and is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, Private Practice and Orthopedic Section.

Theodoros Vlahoyiannis, PT

Ted holds a bachelor's degree in Health Science Policy from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County and graduated from the Physical Therapy Program at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. He practiced at Franklin Square Hospital's physical therapy clinics before embarking upon a career in private practice in 1988.

Ted has extensive experience in orthopedic, neurologic, geriatric, aquatic and craniomandibular physical therapy with a focus on manual therapies. He has a special interest in women's physical therapy healthcare.

Ted served for nine years as adjunct clinical instructor at the University of Maryland, Baltimore, Physical Therapy Department. A member of the American Physical Therapy Association since 1984, Ted participates in the Private Practice Section, the Aquatic Section, the Orthopedic Section and the Section on Women's Health.

Rob Connolly, DPT

Rob Connolly received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, in 2005. He joined Advanced Care shortly thereafter, bringing a dynamic approach to the treatment of orthopedic and sports-related injuries.

At Advanced Care, Rob demonstrates his passion for his profession with special interests in manual therapy for the treatment of lower back pain, shoulder dysfunction, and skilled rehabilitation of the athletic population. He incorporates his knowledge of the latest research in treating his patients with a strong emphasis on manual therapy.

Rob utilizes an entirely holistic approach to each individual's rehabilitation needs with emphasis on skilled therapeutic exercises. He looks forward to attaining his Maitland certification to target treatments for the lower back and spinal disorders.

Linda Dilley, PTA

Linda Dilley, Physical Therapy Assistant, has been practicing in the physical therapy field for 15 years. A graduate of Baltimore City Community College, she holds an Associates Degree in Physical Therapy and has been certified by the American Physical Therapy Association as a Certified Clinical Instructor for Physical Therapy Assistant students.

Linda's career includes 13 years working in outpatient orthopedics and two years in home health care. Her areas of special interest and study include aquatic therapy and orthopedic rehabilitation of the shoulder, hip and knee. Linda particularly enjoys working with the senior population.

Linda has a strong interest in community education and currently oversees the Wellness Program at Advanced Care. In this capacity, she advises Wellness Program clients how to stay fit and active and motivates them to become more knowledgeable about their health.

Joe Federline, PT, MPT

Joe Federline received his Masters Degree in Physical Therapy with High Honors from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, in 2003. Finishing second in his class, Joe was also honored as the recipient of the Laura G. Levine-Mandell Award which recognizes a student who demonstrates exceptional compassion toward patients in an orthopedic clinical setting.

Joe joined Advanced Care shortly after graduation, bringing a mixture of youth and enthusiasm coupled with advanced education to further foster the most current treatment techniques utilized at ACPT.

Joe's special interests and expertise lie in the realm of orthopedic physical therapy practice, specifically skills in the management of the spine attained through a series of continuing education and Geoffrey Maitland courses. He is in the process of becoming a certified orthopedic specialist and Maitland certified. Joe is also skilled in advanced techniques on the knee and shoulder joint complexes.

Debbie Nassau, PT, MBA

Debbie Nassau has worked with the injured worker and employers in Maryland since 1989. She received her MBA from the Executive Program at Loyola College and operated her own rehabilitation company for seven years.

Debbie is an experienced clinician specializing in musculo-skeletal impairments that limit the function of the worker. She directs the WorkSmart and Industrial Rehabilitation programs at Advanced Care.

Debbie has conducted extensive research and published in the field of Industrial Rehabilitation on how Pre-Work Functional Screenings lower an employer's injury rate, medical costs and lost work-days.

As an expert consultant, she has conducted job site analysis for the City of Baltimore and developed a comprehensive functional screening examination for prospective employees of Rite-Aid Corporation.

Debbie is also trained to perform Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs). She enables her clients to achieve successful outcomes through a combination of supervised land and aquatic therapies, and work conditioning and work hardening programs.