Dr. Giovanis graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a degree in Microbiology. She then went on to work as a research scientist before entering the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. Dr. Giovanis completed her internship at Mercy Hospital in Portland, Maine. She then completed the Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine / Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Residency at St. Barnabas Hospital in Bronx, New York, a program known for its rigorous training in Osteopathic Medicine for newborns, children, and adults. Since completing her residency in 2010, Dr. Giovanis has focused on Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, while working in private practice, supervising residents and students at St Barnabas Hospital as an Associate Residency Program Director, and currently teaching as an Associate Professor at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine. She continues to study with leading physicians in the country, and takes advanced training courses in osteopathy, integrative, occupational, sports and pain medicine and injection therapies. She mentors students and residents, and she lectures on osteopathy to the local community, nationally and internationally.
Education
- DO, University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
- MS, Microbiology, University of Rhode Island
Research
Mouth breathing, pediatric structural examination and prevention; Myomunchee and jawbone health in older adults. Concussion and OMT; Nutrition as medicine.
Publications
- AC Cavanna, A Giovanis, A Daley, R Feminella, R Chipman, V Onyeukwu. "Thoracic outlet syndrome: a review for the primary care provider." Journal of osteopathic medicine 122 (11), 587-599, 2022
- A Giovanis, S Zeszutek. "Somatic dysfunctions of hip and pelvis overlooked in a case of vulvodynia." Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 120 (11), 792-795, 2020
- MR Gugliucci, AT Giovanis. "Osteopathic medicine and the silver tsunami: preparing tomorrow's first responders for the elder boom." Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 109 (9), 481-484, 2009
- C Abaraoha, A Giovanis. "Red reflex variations in black patients." Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 121 (12), 917-918, 2021
- A Giovanis, RA Roantree, D Burke, K Sheth III, A Adamo. "Osteopathic manipulative treatment affects renal mobility and blood pressure: a preliminary study." AAO Journal 31 (2), 19-25, 2021
- A Giovanis, C Wheeler. "Osteopathic Medicine for the Treatment of Pain in the Rehabilitation Patient." Comprehensive Pain Management in the Rehabilitation Patient, 567-573, 2017
- S Tobon, S Bierbower, A Giovanis. "Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment for Postconcussive Symptoms: A Case Report." Military Medicine 190 (11-12), e2632-e2636, 2025
Teaching Responsibilities
Course Director for Physical Diagnosis
Languages
- Greek
- Spanish
