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Shirley Kate Hamilton, PT, DPT

10-19 years / Doctor of Physical Therapy

Clinical Specialties:
Orthopedic Specialist
Offers:
Telehealth
Annual PT Checkups
Areas of Focus:
Dance Rehabilitation
Female Athletes
Orthopaedics
Sports Physical Therapy

Practice Description: At Girl Fit Physical Therapy we are dedicated to health, wellness, injury prevention, and providing girls and women with the tools to stay strong, fit, and achieve their dreams. We want you to learn how to take care of your own body, to understand why injuries occur and how to prevent them, and to empower you to feel confident in staying strong, healthy, and enjoying the activities you love! Offering both Telehealth & in person physical therapy and wellness visits.

Member: American Physical Therapy Association

1 Practice Location

Girl Fit Physical Therapy

http://www.girlfitrocks.com/
55 Chapel Street, Suite 030, Newton, MA 02458

Appointment Hours: Monday - Thursday 10am - 8pm Friday 8am - 6pm Saturday - 8am - 3pm by appointment

Payment Info: We are in network with BCBS, HPHC, Tufts, UHC, AETNA, Allways Health Partners, & Medicare.


About

Shirley Kate Hamilton, PT, DPT

Kate Hamilton earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Emory University, is a board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, and specializes in pediatric and adolescent sports medicine with an emphasis on girls sports, figure skating, gymnastics, and dance medicine. Kate is a physical therapist for Team USA Figure Skating and also spent several years as a physical therapist on traveling Broadway shows. Kate is the owner of Girl Fit Physical Therapy in Newton, MA.

Professional Education

Kate Hamilton earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Emory University, is a board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. Kate is certified in Trigger Point Dry needling through Myopain Seminars and is an APTA credentialed Clinical Instructor.

Board Certifications

Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy
Since May 20, 2013, valid through Dec 30, 2024
Certificate Number: 43216

Additional Interests

Former competitive gymnast, diver, softball player, and rock climber.