Kevin J. Stevens, PT, DPT, CSCS, AIB-VR, TPI-1

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Get to know Physical Therapist, Dr. Kevin J. Stevens, who serves patients in Olean, New York.

Dr. Stevens, a licensed physical therapist, is the Owner & Operator of Focus Physical Therapy of Olean PC located in Olean, New York.

Focus Physical Therapy of Olean PC strives to provide the highest quality of physical therapy using evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and patient preference. Its team of professionals serve patients of all ages, priding themselves on using evidence-based practice and not over-booking the schedule in order to keep the focus on the patients.

Born and raised in Olean, New York, Dr. Stevens went on to graduate from the University of Buffalo with a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences in 2013. He then obtained his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Daemen College in 2016, receiving the Richard Schweichler Award for having the highest GPA in the graduating class. 

Post-graduation, he has dedicated himself to furthering his education and filling a void in the area by obtaining a Vestibular Rehabilitation Certification (AIB-VR) through the American Institute of Balance, while also becoming a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Dr. Stevens recently received the Titleist TPI Level 1 certification to assist local golfers with addressing the underlying biomechanical impairments affecting their swings. 

Attributing his success to his upbringing and the guidance he received from his parents and grandparents, he is a professional member of the American Physical Therapy Association.

Physical therapy is a branch of medicine that aims to enhance and restore functional ability and quality of life to those with physical impairments or disabilities. Physical therapists treat a wide variety of medical conditions affecting the nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, tendons, brain, and spinal cord.

When he is not working, Dr. Stevens enjoys being active and spending time with his wife, Kate, and two children, Caleb and Adalynn.

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