MIAMI LAKES, FL, December 01, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Javier Gonzalez, PT, DPT, PCS, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Marked by his commitment to pediatric care and academic excellence, Dr. Gonzalez is a distinguished figure in the field of physical therapy. Since 2023, he has served as a faculty laboratory instructor in physical therapy at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in Coral Gables, Florida. In this capacity, he is responsible for guiding students through hands-on learning experiences, sharing his expertise in pediatric physical therapy and fostering the next generation of practitioners. His role in academia allows him to impart a perspective on pediatrics that he found lacking during his own education, ensuring that future professionals are better equipped to address the needs of diverse communities.

In addition to his teaching role, Dr. Gonzalez is the founder of Deià Pediatric Therapy, where he is deeply involved in both clinical practice and organizational leadership. Established in 2020, Deià Pediatric Therapy is enhancing the rehabilitation experience for children and families in need by creating an atmosphere based on safety, comfort and tranquility. Dedicated to bringing awareness to the company's mission in physical, occupational and speech therapy, he partners with community members and organizes events that benefit students and patients alike. He considers this role — alongside his academic appointment and achieving board certification — among his most significant professional accomplishments.

Dr. Gonzalez's educational background has been pivotal in shaping his medical trajectory. By earning a doctorate in physical therapy from the University of St. Augustine in 2020, he gained advanced clinical knowledge and many of the practical skills essential for providing expert pediatric care. Prior to this achievement, he completed a Bachelor of Science in psychology at Florida State University in 2016, which gave him a strong foundation in understanding human behavior and development — a valuable asset in his work with children and families.

Along with his academic achievement, Dr. Gonzalez was recognized as a board-certified pediatric clinical specialist by the American Physical Therapy Association in 2023, a distinction held by few practitioners in his field. Reflecting on his storied journey from student to teacher, caregiver and business owner, he attributes his success to the profound sense of gratitude he derives from working with children and their families. He is motivated by the positive impact he can make, helping children reach developmental milestones and witnessing the hope and joy this brings to their parents.

Dr. Gonzalez's journey into physical therapy was shaped by his formative experiences growing up in Miami. While working as a substitute teacher at his former high school, he discovered a passion for academia despite its challenges. After earning a doctorate at University of St. Augustine and becoming licensed, he developed a keen interest in pediatrics, particularly motivated by disparities he observed in lower-income communities within Miami-Dade County. This awareness inspired him not only to practice as a full-time physical therapist but also to return to academia to offer insights into pediatric care that were absent during his own studies.

Outside of his professional commitments, Dr. Gonzalez maintains an active lifestyle that includes exercising, going to the beach and practicing martial arts. Devoted to being an involved parent, he takes great fulfillment in daily routines such as school drop-offs and family time in the evenings. Together with his wife — a former attorney who now devotes her time to caring for their two young children — they embrace outdoor activities and cherish the simple moments of parenthood.

In the coming years, Dr. Gonzalez plans to join the board of a nonprofit pediatric organization that specializes in philanthropy for low-income families while reducing his clinical hours in order to spend more time with his family. His long-term goal is to develop a digital platform that supports early childhood development, thus expanding his impact beyond his local practice at Deià Pediatric Therapy. His accomplishments and future endeavors alike reflect his legacy of leadership, compassion and meaningful contributions to both pediatric health care and education within his community.

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