Meet Stephen DeKenipp

Steve joined Core Physical Therapy & Sports Performance with a passion for helping people get back to doing what they love. He graduated from Montclair State University in 2016 with a degree in Exercise Science and went on to earn his Physical Therapist Assistant license from Essex County College. During his training, Steve gained hands-on experience in outpatient orthopedics, hospital care, and in supporting patients recovering from brain injuries and strokes.

Since then, he has worked in a variety of settings, treating everything from everyday aches and pains to complex injuries. Steve enjoys getting to know each patient and creating personalized treatment plans that support their goals—whether that’s returning to a sport, moving with less pain, or simply feeling stronger and more confident in their body.

Outside of work, you’ll often find Steve traveling, playing golf or pickleball, and exploring new ways to understand the human body so he can keep bringing fresh knowledge to his patients. His approachable style and commitment to lifelong learning make him a trusted teammate in every patient’s journey toward health and wellness.