Centrally located on Purdue Drive—just a short distance from major landmarks like Cross Creek Mall and Cape Fear Valley Medical Center—we are deeply embedded in the local landscape of Cumberland County.

We proudly serve a diverse patient population, from active-duty military personnel and veterans in the Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg) area to local residents from Fayetteville, Woodfield, Hope Mills, Eastover, and beyond. Whether you are recovering from a complex acute injury, managing a chronic musculoskeletal condition, or seeking to improve your overall biomechanical health, our doors are open to you.

Patients choose Cape Fear Physical Medicine and Rehab because we offer a specialized, holistic approach to recovery. We do not just mask pain; we utilize precise diagnostic tools and advanced clinical interventions to target the root cause of your discomfort. By blending state-of-the-art medical technology—such as specialized electrodiagnostic equipment for nerve and muscle testing—with a warm, patient-first environment, we empower our patients to actively participate in their own recovery journey.

Dr. Meisha K. Abbasinejad, MD

Founding Member & Physician

Dr. Meisha K. Abbasinejad is a founding member of Cape Fear Physical Medicine and Rehab and a pillar of the Fayetteville medical community. Having practiced in Fayetteville, NC for over 18 years, she established the clinic in 2005 with a vision for comprehensive rehabilitative care.

Her specialized clinical approach focuses heavily on functional restoration, with particular areas of interest in musculoskeletal medicine, precise spinal procedures, and advanced electrodiagnostics. Recognizing the vital link between physical mechanics and systemic wellness, Dr. Abbasinejad is also board-certified in Obesity Medicine, allowing her to provide whole-body strategies that reduce joint strain and vastly improve her patients’ overall quality of life.

Sarah Maltba, MSN, FNP-C

Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner

Sarah Maltba brings over 16 years of expansive healthcare experience to Cape Fear Physical Medicine and Rehab. Her background is rooted in critical and high-acuity care, including 12 years serving as a hospital nurse specializing in trauma, step-down, telemetry, and perioperative care. A natural clinical leader, she has also served as a charge nurse, float pool nurse, and preceptor mentoring new nurses and staff.

Sarah earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Shenandoah University in 2007, graduating Cum Laude, before completing her Master of Science in Nursing at South University in 2021. Certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner through the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Sarah is dedicated to providing compassionate, exceptionally patient-centered care to every individual who walks through our doors.

Our practice utilizes specialized treatments tailored specifically to your body and your functional goals. Our top services include:

Pain Management: Comprehensive, personalized strategies designed to safely and effectively alleviate chronic and acute pain, helping you regain your comfort and quality of life.

Musculoskeletal Medicine & Rehab Consultations: In-depth evaluations and expert management of conditions affecting the muscles, bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons to guide your custom physical rehabilitation journey.

Joint Injections: Targeted therapies designed to quickly reduce inflammation, alleviate localized joint pain, and restore your natural range of motion.

Spinal Procedures & Epidurals: Minimally invasive interventions, including targeted epidural steroid injections, to accurately diagnose and provide lasting relief for chronic back, neck, and radiating nerve pain.

Electrodiagnostics (EMG/NCS): State-of-the-art Electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies to evaluate the health of your nerves and muscles, pinpointing the exact source of your symptoms.

Medical Weight Loss & Obesity Medicine: Board-certified medical weight management programs designed to help you achieve sustainable weight loss, reduce physical stress on your joints, and improve long-term systemic wellness.

If you are not familiar with our office and your first contact with us is online, we would be pleased to hear from you! Please let us know what your needs and questions are. We will be more than happy to assist you.

We encourage you to contact our office for an initial evaluation so we may assist you on your way to an improved quality of life.

The staff and providers at Cape Fear Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation look forward to serving you.