Born and raised in the bay area, I was fortunate to receive my Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, California. I am a certified orthopedic manual physical therapist (COMT), using joint mobilization and soft tissue techniques to reduce pain and improve participation with physical activity. My treatment style is mainly focused on an active approach to care. I emphasize active recovery and improving strength and overall conditioning and patient education to allow individuals to return to a more active lifestyle. My experience includes roles at a sports clinic, which focused on musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and secondarily, home health, where I focus my rehab on more acute musculoskeletal/ neuromuscular conditions.

My specialty lies in addressing acute and chronic low back pain, shoulder injuries, and knee injuries, with a focus on ACL rehabilitation. Additionally, I have experience working with older clients, particularly those who are deconditioned or have suffered from stroke or other brain injuries.

In my practice, I excel in guiding newcomers to fitness and offer expert guidance on form, technique, and programming. Moreover, I specialize in working one-on-one with clients dealing with pain, educating them on exercise modification, helping improve an understanding of tissue capacity, and appropriate programming to facilitate healing and helping them return to activities they love. Additionally, I develop tailored injury prevention programs for athletes, ensuring peak performance throughout their seasons.

Beyond my professional endeavors, I co-founded a flag football company with my family over a decade ago, allowing me to work closely with youth athletes, emphasizing fitness, wellness, injury prevention, skills training and strength and conditioning.

Outside of work, I enjoy basketball, pickleball, and other team sports, as well as weightlifting.