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Dr. Desiree Gibbs, PT

Dr. Desiree Gibbs, PT

Physical Therapy

Dr. Desiree Gibbs, PT is a physical therapist in Skillman, NJ. She is affiliated with Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 34 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (34 reviews)

Practice

50 Vreeland Dr Skillman, NJ 08558

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Dr. Gibbs' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gibbs

4.9
34 ratings, 32 with a written review
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She’s great! Dr. Gibbs is Knowledgeable, experienced and provided individual attention like no other. Fixed my frozen shoulder. Helpful friendly staff. Highly recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 08, 2021
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Staff was always super friendly and helpful. Dr. Gibbs is very clear about what is being done and why.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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David C. – Nov 09, 2019
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The best Physical Therapy experience I've ever had. Dr. Gibbs is a highly skilled and knowledgeable practitioner who cares deeply for her patients. The office staff is very friendly. I am very grateful to have found such a wonderful place and highly recommend it to anyone in need of Physical Therapy.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Melissa – Jun 13, 2019
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Dr. Gibbs and her staff treated me with physical therapy following surgery for a pectoralis major tendon repair. Dr. Gibbs is a skilled professional who cares highly for her patients. I arrived in her office with minimal shoulder mobility and high pain levels, and walked out a few months later with essentially full mobility and no pain. Very grateful for Dr. Gibbs and her professional, caring and welcoming staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Anthony Sartorio in NJ – Feb 22, 2019
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Desiree Gibbs, the owner of Ambient Physical Therapy, is an excellent physical therapist and diagnostician. She has a unique ability diagnose the root of the problem; in my case a weak ankle was contributing to my low back issues and she addressed both for long lasting relief. She has "magic fingers" that zone in on trigger points and relieve the pain. Most of all, she is a kind, caring professional that puts the needs of her patients first. I would highly recommend Desiree and Ambient PT.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kathleen in Princeton, NJ – Sep 12, 2018
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Desiree Gibbs is an outstanding professional physical therapist. Her evaluation process is extremely comprehensive. She listens and responds to all issues both big and small. Desiree's compassionate and hands-on approach are wonderful methods in assisting her patients on their road to feeling better! I HIGHLY recommend Desiree and her team for any physical therapy needs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nancy W in Heathcote NJ – Apr 12, 2018
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My experience at Ambient was fantastic. The problem I came in with was resolved within two months. I would highly recommend Desiree for anyone's physical therapy needs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Steve in Princeton – Feb 16, 2018
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I cannot say enough good things about this practice. I've never had a practitioner who was so knowledgeable, thorough, patient, caring, and considerate of my needs. The treatment has been a great success as my back was going out and incapacitating me every couple of weeks. I feel stronger and much better able to accomplish every day tasks. The office is extremely pleasant, comfortable, and run very smoothly. I am truly grateful to have found this wonderful place and will definitely recommend!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Deanna – Feb 14, 2018
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Desiree is an excellent therapist. She really cares about her patients and does her best to help them. She is very knowledgeable and resourceful. She was very quick to diagnose the root cause of my pain and devised an effective treatment plan. I experienced a fast improvement under her care. She also has a great sense of humor. Each of my therapy sessions was an enjoyable experience. I would highly recommend her as a top rated physical therapist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 23, 2017
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Desiree is a very respondible, dedicated and caring person. She is very intelligent and knowledgeable in all areas of the body. She has helped me with my bilateral knee replamement and my plantar fasciitis. I walked into Desiree's office and came out feeling brand new! That's when I knew she was very good. I highly recommend Desiree if you have any body pain. She will take good care of you, guaranteed! Maria from Princeton, NJ
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Maria T. Iaia in Princeton – Nov 29, 2017
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After months of nagging bilateral hamstring pain, I was sent to Desiree at Ambient PT. I immediately felt comfortable here. Desiree is friendly, knowledgeable and so encouraging. She helped me progress each week with treatments and exercises, and gave me guidance for at home workouts as well. My condition has now greatly improved. I highly recommend Desiree. She obviously loves her work and her patients, and they love her back! And Griff makes scheduling a breeze. A great experience at Ambient!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cathy – Jun 15, 2017
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My Ambient experience was very gratifying. Desiree is a wonderful PT with magic hands. She helped me enormously in a relatively short time. I would recommend her wholeheartedly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Diane – Jun 13, 2017
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Ambient Physical Therapy has really helped me. A couple of months ago I had so much pain in my right knee that I could barely bend my leg. Now the exercises have really healed me knee and I am able to walk without any pain.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jeffrey – Jun 13, 2017
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Before I had joint discomfort and inability to do everyday activities resulting in general tiredness. Now I have less joint pain and the ability to do normal things with less tiredness.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Annelise – Jun 12, 2017
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I've had a great and positive experience here. Desiree is a wonderful therapist and great person. Griff is great, friendly, and always very helpful with scheduling. I'm very grateful for their help. My lower back ache has greatly improved under Desiree's care. I can bend down to pick up things up that I was not able to do before my therapy.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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CH – Jun 02, 2017
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I had an excellent experience at Ambient PT. The initial assessment was very thorough and Desiree provided a logical explanation to the pain I was experiencing. My left knee was very painful and swollen to the point that I had difficulty walking. Each session was a balance between ultrasound treatment, massage, and targeted exercises. Week after week, my condition improved to the point where I practically have no pain at all. I highly recommend Ambient PT to other patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Christine – Jun 02, 2017
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I had moderate pain and stiffness in my left neck going down into my shoulder, stiffness on the right side, a loud "click" on the left when I moved my head. Heat and massage seemed to alleviate the pain, as did occasional cervical traction. Exercises strengthened muscles I was apparently using incorrectly. By mid-April it was feeling less stiff and sore. The last few weeks have shown much improvement, less pain (less frequency too), more range of motion in my neck. Thanks Desiree for your help!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Claudia in Princeton, NJ – May 30, 2017
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Very professional care. Evaluates needs - not cookie cutter. Friendly, thoughtful, overall excellent!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Louis – May 19, 2017
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My experience here at Ambient has been very positive. I've been helped tremendously. I'll come again if I need to.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kathleen – May 19, 2017
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I'm so happy I found Ambient Physical Therapy. It has absolutely changed my life. I have been searching for physical therapy that would work for me for 10 plus years. I am so grateful to have found that here at Ambient. The philosophy and method of treatment here is forward thinking. Desiree treats the whole person. She understands how all the parts of the body work together. Using this knowledge, she put together an effective program for me. I am finally working my way back to bodily health.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Rebecca – May 19, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

My philosophy of care is more holistic.  I believe the body functions as a whole and as a sum of parts. Therefore, a pathology or dysfunction in one body part affects the rest.  For instance, a neck or back pain is caused by a bad ankle...read more
  • Physical Therapy

  • Neurology

  • Neurological Physical Therapy

  • Orthopedic Physical Therapy

  • Harlem Hospital Columbia University

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Cebu Doctors Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • 1981-1985

    Medical School
  • Cebu Doctor's University

    Medical School
  • University Of The Philippines College Of Cebu

    Undergraduate School
  • Masters Degree In Health Services-iona College

    1996
  • Doctor Of Physical Therapy, College Of St. Scholastica, Dulluth Minnesota

  • English

  • Spanish

  • Tagalog

  • Visayan

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Practice

Office50 Vreeland Dr Skillman, NJ 08558
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center

    5 Plainsboro Rd
    Plainsboro, NJ 08536
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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