Dr. Naila L, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist North Center Department Lead – Physical Therapy
Blue Bird Day Employee Since 2019
Education
Doctorate in Physical Therapy
Governers State University
Bachelors in Health Sciences and Minor in Nutrition
Northern Illinois University
Clinical Expertise
- Pediatrics
- Pediatric Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
My Story
In high school, I was a student Athletic Trainer and became fascinated with physical rehabilitation of the human body. I took my interest and dove into physical therapy at the very start of my undergrad at NIU. In grad school, I was fortunate enough to have multiple clinical setting experiences from pediatrics to geriatrics and hospitals to outpatient settings. By the end of my clinical rotations, I knew I had a passion for work with children and being surrounded by their high energies and smiling faces.
My Blue Bird Day
While at Blue Bird Day I have enjoyed working with such a multidisciplinary team. Receiving input on a child’s communication, behavior, and sensory system from my colleagues has made me a well-rounded therapist. I feel my treatment sessions are more productive when I know how to specifically structure my sessions in order to not over stimulate, help regulate, and properly communicate with each child.
My Blue Bird Day Goals
- Help mentor new clinicians and students to achieve their full potential.
- Continue to learn new intervention strategies.
