Team
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
The Chiropractic and Therapy Center prides itself on maintaining a team of capable and empathetic individuals that value the patient experience. Each member in the office is well equipped to handle multiple office duties while catering to the healthcare needs of our patients. With specialized departments, you can be sure that each team member can efficiently and accurately get the job done. Scroll to get to know us!

Owner & Chiropractor
Dr. Catherine Colaizzo
Dr. Colaizzo began The Chiropractic & Therapy Center in 1989. She achieved her Bachelor of Arts in Economics at Rutgers University and went on to complete a post-bachelor program at Rutgers University to prepare her for her studies in chiropractic school. She earned her Doctorate of Chiropractic from New York Chiropractic College in 1987. She is also a candidate for fellowship in primary spine care which includes proficiency in reading and interpeting spinal MRIs. Always eager to learn, she engages in continued education to ensure the most up to date and effective treatment strategies for her patients. Dr. Colaizzo speaks English, French, and conversational Italian.

Administrative Assistant
Carrington L.
Carrington joined our team in 2020. She held the role of medical scribe and administrative director, and currently works with the office for website management and other administrative duties. She graduated from Monmouth University where she majored in cellular biology and minored in Spanish. While working here, she enhanced her professional and medical skills to prepare her for her own journey in the medical field. She currently is pursuing her master degree in Physician Assistant Studies and will be completing her degree in August 2025. She plans to work in Internal Medicine, as well as a surgical specialty. Carrington speaks English and Spanish.

Billing
Anu M.
Anu joined our team in 2024. She graduated from Farooque Women’s Polytechnic with a diploma in fashion design and uses her passion to assist everyone in the office. She is a liaison for our billing department and coordinates with Ryan regarding personal injury cases. She has had prior experience with medical billing and coding. Her positive demeanor has been warmly received in our office. In her spare time she enjoys making jewelry. Anu speaks English and Hindi.

Billing/ Accounts Receivable
Ryan F.
Ryan joined our team in 2021. He graduated from Montclair State University with a degree in filmmaking and uses his creative skills along with his attention to detail to coordinate medical documentation with electronic billing to insurance companies. As a self described cinephile, Ryan spends a lot of his spare time watching movies both new and classics. Please call Ryan with any questions regarding your insurance coverage.

Medical Scribe
Ariana A.
Ariana joined the team in 2025. She is currently a sophomore at Rutgers University majoring in public health. She is also completing pre-requisites for Physician Assistant school. She is also part of the Rutgers dance team. In her spare time she enjoys working out and baking. Ariana speaks English and Spanish.

Medical Scribe
Elizabeth L.
Liz joined our team in 2024. She is currently a senior at Rutgers University - New Brunswick and is a part of the Honors College. She is majoring in Cell Biology and Neuroscience, minoring in Business Administration. She is a part of the RWJMS 4+4 Program, and will continue to Robert Wood Johnson Medical School after she completes her undergrad program. Liz speaks English and Tagalog.

Medical Scribe
Karla R.
Karla joined our team in 2025. She is currently a sophomore at Rutgers University majoring in public health. She is also competing pre-requisites for Physician Assistant school. She enjoys keeping active and journaling in her spare time. Karla speaks English and Spanish.

Medical Scribe
Mahaa I.
Mahaa joined the team in 2024. She is currently a sophomore at Rutgers University majoring in public health. She is also completing pre-requisites for Physician Assistant school. She is deeply committed to providing empathetic and efficient patient care. She is involved in organizations such as United Mission Relief which reflects her passion for community service and health equity. Through her academic and professional experiences, she is dedicated to improving health outcomes and delivering compassionate care to our community. Mahaa speaks English and Urdu.

Medical Scribe
Yara A.
Yara joined our team in 2025. She is currently a junior at Rutgers University majoring in biology. She is preparing to enter the medical field with plans to become a doctor. She enjoys reading in her down time. Yara is also very family oriented and spends much of her time with her younger siblings. Yara speaks English, Arabic, and is learning Spanish.