South Florida · Bonita Springs and Estero · Private pay

Private pelvic floor physical therapy in Bonita Springs and Estero, by video.

Bonita Springs and Estero patients see Dr. Elana Shalem by video from home.

  • Private pay, or Aetna and Medicare in-network
  • No referral needed to start
  • Usually seen within a week
A physical therapist guiding a woman through an exercise on a mat at home

Bonita Springs and Estero

Why Bonita Springs and Estero patients choose video.

Between Naples and Fort Myers, Bonita Springs and Estero are golf communities, young families near Florida Gulf Coast University and a lot of seasonal residents. Video visits mean no drive on US-41. Pregnancy and postpartum care, leaking, urgency and golf-related back pain are common reasons to book.

One-on-one with Dr. Elana Shalem, PT, DPT (CAPP-OB), licensed in Florida: a 60-minute evaluation, then 45-minute follow-ups.

Private pay

Private pay in Bonita Springs and Estero

Rates are quoted on the free discovery call. A superbill after every visit supports out-of-network reimbursement from PPO plans; HSA and FSA cards are accepted. No authorizations, no plan visit limits, no waitlist.

Insurance: In-network with Aetna and traditional Medicare in Florida, billed directly. Medicare Advantage plans vary; coverage is confirmed before the first visit.

Referrals: Florida allows you to start physical therapy without a referral. If care continues past 30 days for a condition no physician has seen you for, we help you get a quick practitioner review so treatment can continue.

Neighborhoods

Serving all of Bonita Springs and Estero

ZIP codes 33928, 34134, 34135. Any home with an internet connection works.

  • Bonita Springs
  • Estero
  • Bonita Bay
  • The Brooks
  • Pelican Landing
  • Shadow Wood
  • Barefoot Beach

Nearby: Naples · Sanibel and Captiva · Marco Island · All of South Florida

Questions

Questions from Bonita Springs and Estero

Do you treat back pain from golf?

Yes. Low back, hip and shoulder pain from golf are treated with a plan built around the swing.

Can a spouse join the video visit?

Yes. A spouse or family member is welcome to join, or the visit can be completely private.

How soon can I be seen?

Usually within a week. Early morning, evening and weekend video visits are available.

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