A clinical staff member with New York University (NYU) Langone Health Medical Center’s Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, Dr. Elizabeth “Liz” Cendan treated individuals on both acute care and outpatient bases. She also worked extensively with Rusk’s women’s health and cardiac patients. In addition to providing direct medical care, Dr. Elizabeth Cendan has educated and mentored NYU physical therapy students as a clinical instructor and participated in a comprehensive NYU research study on the effects of cold heat laser therapy on lymphatic obstruction in the wake of breast cancer.
Outside of the professional arena, Dr. Liz Cendan has supported a number of charitable initiatives in areas that range from medical research to childhood education. Her specific volunteer activities have included volunteering at the Garden City Community Church Nursery School in Garden City, Long Island and serving meals at Sacred Heart Parish in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Elizabeth Cendan also has participated in the American Heart Association’s Wall Street Run in New York City.
Evaluated and treated diverse caseload in an outpatient setting - Trained with hand therapy PT and OT specialist - Implemented hand therapy treatments including bracing, casting and taping - Facilitated discharge planning and physical therapy billing - Provided interdepartmental in-service on Larsen Syndrome
