I was raised in the Bay Area, graduated from CSU Long Beach in 2015 with a B.S. in Kinesiology – Exercise Science, then graduated from Hampton University, Virginia in 2019 with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
I've been working in orthopedics over the last 6 years and enjoy treating a variety of conditions of all ages, activity levels, and goals. I was an Assistant Clinic Director where I hired and managed the aide team, developed a pain science and manipulation mentorship program, and was a certified Clinical Instructor through the APTA.
I am certified with the Institute of Clinical Excellence earning the title “ICE Certified: Master Clinician” in 2024 (Link above for details), obtained my Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedics in 2023, and became a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer in 2025
I have also earned certificates for education courses in Cervical/Lumbar Spine/Extremity Management, Modern Management of the Older Adult, Rehab of the Injured Runner, Total Spine Thrust Manipulation, Management of the Fitness Athlete (L1/L2) , Persistent Pain Management, Primary Care Physical Therapy from the Institute of Clinical Excellence.
In my spare time I enjoy playing competitive sand volleyball, weight lifting, golfing, snowboarding, hiking, working out, going to music shows and breweries, playing with my Aussie, and camping/traveling with my wife.