NYU Langone’s Harkness Center For Dance Injuries

09/01/2026

Introducing Annual Wellness Assessments (AWAs) for Dancers and Performing Artists

We are proud to continue our long-running, free, individualized screening program—with a new name and some upgrades!

Formerly known as “Injury Prevention Assessments,” Harkness screenings are now called Annual Wellness Assessments (AWA).

What else is changing?
AWAs are even more holistic, from intake to screening to personalized action plan
You can now schedule online!

What is NOT changing?
AWAs are available either in person or virtually
AWAs can be scheduled annually
AWAs are provided by a Harkness Center athletic trainer
AWAs are FREE!

Areas that may be addressed in an Annual Wellness Assessment:
Biomechanics and technique
Strength and flexibility
Nutrition, fueling, and hydration
Cross training and periodization
Pointe readiness
Recovery strategies
Mental health and stress management

Autumn is a perfect time to schedule an AWA as seasons and school semesters resume.
Schedule your virtual or in-person Harkness Annual Wellness Assessment today!
https://linktr.ee/harknesscenterfordanceinjuries

Photo: Harkness Center athletic training team (l to r) Glenn De Kler, MS, LAT, ATC; Lauren McIntyre, LAT, ATC; Ella Otto, MS, LAT, ATC; Joshua Honrado, DAT, LAT, ATC; Alison Deleget, MS, LAT, ATC; and (not pictured) Hailey Calkins, MS, LAT, ATC; and Kendall Doyle MS, LAT, ATC.

08/28/2026

In today’s Harkness Physician Spotlight 🌟…

Dr. Lauren Borowski shares one misconception dancers often have about their injuries.

Dr. Borowski is a physician with distinct training in sports medicine, as well as specialized experience in treating dancers and performing artists. 🩰

To schedule an appointment with a Harkness physician and to discuss insurance and financial aid options, call us at 212-598-6054.

08/27/2026

We are thrilled to welcome our newest team member, medical office associate Carmen Roman.

Carmen was born and raised in Brooklyn and has been working in healthcare for over 10 years. She holds an BA in Psychology from Penn State University; an MA in Psychology from Long Island University; and is presently earning a degree in nursing at Medgar Evers College. Carmen is an empathetic person who believes that “any patient can be our family members and should be treated the way we would like our family members to be treated.”

Welcome, Carmen!

08/27/2026

We are happy to introduce our fall athletic training intern, Lulu Herman!

Originally from Ohio, Lulu is in her final year of the Master of Science in Athletic Training program at Chatham University in Pittsburgh, PA. She holds a BS in Exercise Science from The Ohio State University and is an alumna of Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet, where she trained in classical ballet. She has also served on the faculty at Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School.

Lulu is honored and excited to have the opportunity to learn from the Harkness team this fall, further developing her clinical skills and gaining valuable experience supporting the health of performing artists.

Welcome, Lulu!

08/21/2026

We are fortunate to have an incredible team of physicians at Harkness Center for Dance Injuries who provide expert care to dancers in weekly clinics. Their years of experience with performing artists as well as athletes means they have a wealth of insight to share.

In today’s Harkness Physician Spotlight, our founding director, orthopedic surgeon Donald J. Rose, MD, shares one misconception dancers may have about their injury.

To schedule an appointment with a Harkness physician and to discuss insurance and financial aid options, call us at 212-598-6054.

08/21/2026

We are hiring! Harkness Center for Dance Injuries is hiring a full time athletic trainer.

For details and application pathway: https://linktr.ee/harknesscenterfordanceinjuries

Pictured: five of our fabulous ATs

08/21/2026

Tomorrow is the day - join Patti Cavaleri, PT, DPT for a virtual workshop on the cardiopulmonary system. Gear up for a new season with helpful tips.
https://linktr.ee/harknesscenterfordanceinjuries
Saturday, August 22 at 11:00 AM EDT

Registration for our August Saturday Series is now open!
The Dancer’s Cardiopulmonary System
Sat. August 22, 2026
With Patti Cavaleri, PT, DPT
VIRTUAL on Zoom
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET
https://linktr.ee/harknesscenterfordanceinjuries

08/18/2026

Our August Saturday Series workshop is this weekend!

Join us this Saturday, August 22 at 11:00 AM:

The Dancer’s Cardiopulmonary System 🫀
with Patti Cavaleri, PT, DPT

Gear up for a new season with a review of the cardiopulmonary system and cardiovascular training tips for dancers at any career stage.

https://linktr.ee/harknesscenterfordanceinjuries

08/17/2026

Thank you to Artists Unite Collective (AUC) by StarQuest for having us speak at the 2026 summer Dance Educators Collective event in Nashville, TN, where Lauren McIntyre, LAT, ATC spoke to dance educators about adolescent dancer health and injury risk reduction.

And congratulations to AUC for another inspiring summer of events geared towards creating safe, supportive environments for all dancers!

08/17/2026

It is almost fall, and that means it is almost time for our 12-week, online course in partnership with the National Dance Education Organization - NDEO’s Online Professional Development Initiative (OPDI)! This course is open to dance educators anywhere.

The Applied Science of Dancer Health and Injury Prevention
September 14 - December 6, 2026
Instructors: Ella Otto, MS, LAT, ATC; Kristen Stevens, MA; Patti Cavaleri, PT, DPT; Lauren McIntyre, LAT, ATC; Joshua Honrado, LAT, DAT
*Deadline to register is Friday, Sept. 11.

https://linktr.ee/harknesscenterfordanceinjuries