Health Director
Dafinie graduated from the University of South Florida in 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences and a minor in General Business. In 2008, Dafinie received her master’s degree in Medical Sciences with a concentration in Molecular Medicine from USF and an MBA in General Management degree from Everest University in 2012. After almost 10 years working in corporate America, Dafinie knew it was time to pursue her passion in physical therapy. In 2020, she received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences.
At an early age, Dafinie discovered her passion for working in healthcare and pediatrics. She had the opportunity to volunteer at Shriners Hospitals for Children in Tampa, FL and complete her observation hours at Nemours Children’s Hospital in Orlando, FL prior to physical therapy school.
Dafinie is a native Floridian and bilingual in English and Haitian Creole. She enjoys spending time with family, dancing, working out, and traveling. Dafinie is excited to begin her career as a physical therapist serving the pediatric population, their families, and being a member of the TLC team.
Education:
- BS in Biomedical Sciences – University of South Florida
- MS in Medical Sciences – University of South Florida
- MBA – Everest University
- Doctorate in Physical Therapy – University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences