Physical Therapy

&  Wellness Center, Inc.

7800 Red Road. Suite 105. South Miami, FL 33143

Jecilin Castro giraldo, BA

Office Administrator

Jecilin Castro-Giraldo graduated from Florida International University with a Bachelors in English and International Relations, and a certificate in Public and Professional Writing.

Before working for Physical Therapy and Wellness Center, Jecilin was a substitute teacher at an elementary charter school. It is there that she met Dr. Anna K. Tischenko, who was volunteering at a school event. They struck up a conversation about a possible job opportunity which eventually led her beginning her work with Physical Therapy & Wellness Center in 2019. 

Jecilin has been able to grow and expand her skill set since starting at the clinic, and has gone from  administrative assistant, to patient coordinator, billing specialist, and now Office Administrator. She is passionate about her work, and hopes to continue to learn from both the therapists and patients alike. Jecilin is excited to keep diversifying her skill set, and to grow with the company. She has now been part of the team for 4 years, and hopes to continue contributing to the success of the clinic. 

Lauren Woods, BS
Rehab Aide

Lauren was born and raised in Southeast Michigan. Her passion for caring for others started at a young age with her older brother who has a severe disability. She grew up caring for him and being exposed to his many medical treatments- she even learned her ABCs during his hippotherapy.  In high school, she finally realized how much the exposure to the medical field had influenced her career interests. She then went on to study Biology, Health, and Society at the University of Michigan with the intent of completing a graduate degree in healthcare. During her time at university, she obtained her certified nurse aide license. Lauren went on to work as a personal care assistant in home healthcare for two years before graduating in spring of 2023.

Lauren moved to Miami in February of 2024 to gain more work experience for a career in healthcare. She worked at Jackson Memorial Hospital for 6 months before talking to Dr. Tischenko about joining the team. After shadowing at the clinic for a few days, Lauren became convinced that it was the next step for her. Lauren is very excited to work as a rehab aide and administrative assistant. She looks forward to learning from the team and patients alike about the unique and life-changing care provided at Physical Therapy & Wellness Center.

In the future, Lauren plans to continue her studies in the medical field and complete a graduate program, but she is still deciding on which one best fits her passions and interests. Outside of work, Lauren enjoys practicing yoga, cooking, and spending time with her dog.

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