"I have always been interested in the way the human body works. I have always played sports, too, and I wanted to work in a field that would help keep me active and involved, with a greater understanding of the body and much greater appreciation for the importance of maintaining good health.

"I believe in the value of touch and manual treatments. In my experience, manual therapy is the key to the patient's success. I've also learned that no two patients are the same. Everyone is an individual and different people respond differently to situations. Very few of my patients could be considered 'textbook' cases. I listen carefully to them and answer all their questions. My mission is to decrease their pain and symptoms and help them return to their lives and achieve their maximum potential."

BOARD CERTIFICATION

• Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS), American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties

CERTIFICATION

• ASTYM® System

EDUCATION

• Master of Physical Therapy: Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA
• Bachelor of Science: Life Science, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA

MEMBERSHIP

• American Physical Therapy Association
• California Physical Therapy Association

"My interest is in sports and helping others, and making a difference in people's lives. I have a high level of compassion for each of my patients regardless of their life circumstances. I also enjoy the rehab side of sports.

"I don't always have the answers for every patient and every situation, but I am always determined to find solutions to their problems. My mission is to help people overcome their pain and dysfunction. I also follow continuing physical therapy research to learn about the latest and most effective treatments and to grow as a practitioner so that I can do more to help my patients."

CERTIFICATION

• ASTYM® System

EDUCATION

• Master of Physical Therapy: Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA
• Bachelor of Science: Physical Therapy, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA

MEMBERSHIP

• American Physical Therapy Association
• California Physical Therapy Association

"I have always felt a passion for helping others and a strong interest in the way our bodies work. I think that the human body is such an interesting and dynamic thing and that helping others get back to their normal level of function or to increase their abilities would be a great profession. I not only devote myself to doing the best I can to restore my patients' function and decrease their pain but also to increase their awareness about their bodies and the importance of maintaining strength and good health.

"I've learned that no two situations are the same. As a physical therapist, I always need to look at the whole picture in order to address the primary issue at hand. I try to look at the whole person and their situation in treatment and give my all when caring for and treating a patient. I try to explain and educate patients as thoroughly as possible and be honest and truthful. I am an advocate for patients who need to restore function in order to continue in their lives."

CERTIFICATION

• ASTYM® System

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Physical Therapy: University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA
• Master of Physical Therapy: University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA
• Bachelor's Degree: Exercise Physiology, California State University, Chico, CA

MEMBERSHIP

• American Physical Therapy Association
• California Physical Therapy Association

Support Staff

Our support staff includes:

Tara Wheaton, Patient Representative and Office Manager.

Tara works with our patients on insurance, scheduling and any other concerns during their treatment time as well as overseeing the office operations.

Sarah Travis, Front Desk. She works with the therapists and patients on scheduling and insurance and any other questions they might have. She is also our community representative.

Amy, Autumn, Trevor and Kristin are the PT Aides and assist with patient care, exercises and the physical therapists during the patients treatment time.

RaeLynn Wiggins of Advanced Medical Billing is our off site billing department and can help you with any questions you might have regarding insurance and billing.

Phone 949.459.8385 Fax 949.459.6263