Melissa Conelli, PT, DPT

Melissa is a passionate, patient-centered therapist who earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Quinnipiac University. She also received her Bachelors in Health Sciences Studies with a minor in Italian from Quinnipiac University. As a student, Melissa served on the executive board of Quinnipiac’s student-run pro-bono physical therapy clinic where she helped establish an adaptive hiking program for individuals with mobility impairments. Through her education, she formed a particular interest in orthopedics, sports rehabilitation, and injury prevention.

She has experience working with a wide variety of conditions ranging from sports injuries in professional and collegiate athletes to joint replacements to neurological diseases. Melissa enjoys treating a diverse patient population and creating individualized therapy programs using a combination of manual techniques and therapeutic exercise. She is driven to help patients reach their full potential and get back to what they love doing. 

When she is not in the clinic, you can find Melissa traveling or spending time with friends or family. Melissa enjoys staying active by participating in a co-ed adult soccer league, skiing and running marathons. She is always excited to hear about a new vacation spot or restaurant to try out!