Sandra Gail Frayna
Physical Therapist/CEO
What is the essence of what you do?
To me, the essence of being a physical therapist is promoting a better quality of life without any use of drugs or surgical intervention. I make my patients better, stronger and faster using revolutionary and affordable treatment and most of all, my patients love it!
What are your personal interests?
I am an avid skier. My favorite places to ski are Aspen, Colorado and Alta, Utah. I love scuba diving at the colorful and maze-like underwater world of Cozumel, Mexico. I’ve belonged to an outdoor organization called Club Extreme since I was in college. As a part of this organization, I have been able to go wall climbing, spelunking, mountain climbing and target shooting. I was even featured twice on TV in a local program called “Extreme Games.” I took my first surfing lessons when I was in Hawaii 12 years ago, right after that, I quickly found an instructor to continue with lessons here on the east coast. When I am not outside, I am a huge football fan and eagerly await the start of each season! Exploring culture is a passion I have developed over the years, and I love to explore this through travel and museums. Lastly, I have been playing the piano since I was 7 years old and when time permits I still enjoy playing to this day.
Sandra Gail Frayna
Physical Therapist/CEO
What do you believe?
I believe in Walt Disney’s saying, “It’s kind of fun to do the impossible.” I take the challenge being presented to me, no matter how hard or impossible it may seem, just by trying my best. And by loving what I do for a living, it makes it easier and more fun! Doing the impossible doesn’t happen without planning and executing steps one at a time.What do you like most about working with patients?
Working with my patients is not merely making them feel better…it goes both ways for me. The fact that I see them getting better and having a much enjoyable life, to me is more than rewarding. I like seeing and hearing from them how I made a difference in their life where they can enjoy both work and home activities, being able to do what they use to do and beyond. I had a patient come up to me and say, “Because I am able to function well, I feel rejuvenated, feel better about myself and I’m able to have a better relationship with my spouse again.”Sandra Gail Frayna
Physical Therapist/CEO
Why did you choose to become a physical therapist?
Inspired by my dad’s wisdom and persistence, I chose to be a PT when I came to understand that PT is a cutting edge science and became fascinated about how it can make the body heal quicker.
What do patients like about you and the organization?
A patient once told me I have a lot of great energy and being naturally cheerful, it makes them happy and feel good every time they see me. And treatment didn’t even start yet! Now they even refer their family and friends to me.Tomokazu Kato (Shawn)
Director of Physical Therapy
What is the essence of what you do?
I enjoy partnering with patients of all ages. I have treated professional athletes as well as high school, collegiate, and weekend athletes, and everyone in between. I am dedicated to finding a solution to complex problems, and help people overcome their body’s obstacles, no matter the challenge. I like to lead each patient toward a more active lifestyle & incorporating exercise into every patient’s rehabilitation program. My passion would be the biomechanics of the shoulder, spine, and lower extremity
What are your personal interests?
I am passionate about training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Strength Training, playing the guitar, travelling, food, & learning new trends in health & wellness.
What do you believe?
“I fear not the man who has practiced 10000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10000 times.” – Bruce Lee
Tomokazu Kato (Shawn)
Physical Therapist
What do you like most about working with patients?
What I like most about working with patients is the human connection between us & our patients. I love the art & science of healing as I am very hands on with our patients utilizing evidence based treatment techniques. And I am blessed to be in a position where I have endless opportunities to motivate, educate & inspire people from different walks of life.
What do you like most about working at HPPS?
What I love most about working at HPPS is the family environment that our clinic brings. We look after our patients and colleagues like one big happy family and no one gets left behind!
Why did you choose to become a Physical Therapist?
I decided on becoming a Physical Therapist to combine my lifelong passion for health and fitness with my desire to help people. I am a graduate of the University of Santo Tomas PT program in the Philippines and currently taking my Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Touro College in New York. I works closely with all of the HPPS physical therapists & staff to implement each patient’s individual plan of care. I enjoy getting to know patients, gaining an understanding of their goals and helping them achieve them.Tomokazu Kato (Shawn)
Physical Therapist
What do patients like about you and the organization?
Physical Therapists and the staff at HPPS are not only skilled therapists but they seek out solutions to serve their patients holistically, this mindset more powerfully serves the entire community.Triff Santee Col
Head Physical Therapist (Jersey City Location)
What is the essence of what you do?
As a Physical Therapist, my job is to get my clients to be the optimal, pain free versions of themselves using proven, & fast acting techniques. I work with my clients to design fun, effective treatment plans that fit their individual needs. It’s my personal and professional commitment to help my community eliminate pain, improve mobility, and achieve healthy active lifestyles.
What are your personal interests?
I enjoy staying as active as possible through exercise and other physical outlets. I am an avid reader and a “forever” student with a passion for learning about new things and new people. I also find joy in volunteering, whether it’s through my church or my community.
What do you believe?/Favorite quote
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another” is a Proverbs passage that I love because it teaches us to genuinely care and actively work on helping each other achieve our greatest potentials.
Triff Santee Col
Head Physical Therapist (Jersey City Location)
What do you like most about working at HPPS?
The family atmosphere that I felt from the first day I stepped into HPPS was something I have never felt working for any company. From the camaraderie with my clients, to the mentorship my colleagues have provided for me, it truly is a very special place to work in.
What do you like most about working with patients?
I love the opportunity to get to know them personally, which gives me a better perspective on how to create programs that will benefit them the most. It’s always a joy to see my clients get progressively better and achieve things they never thought were possible.
Why did you choose to work with a physical therapist?
I always felt Physical Therapy was the perfect partnership of medical knowledge and physical fitness practicality. I enjoy not just seeing the incredible results that physical therapy has on my clients, but applying those same principles into my life on my journey to achieve mobility for life.
Triff Santee Col
Head Physical Therapist (Jersey City Location)
What do patients like about you and the organization?
They love that every person is treated with the respect and care that we give our own family members and loved ones. They also love that we don’t only treat, but we teach them how to maintain optimization, long after their physical therapy has finished.