Maple Valley

  He’s an eternal optimist who always tries to find a silver lining. A former collegiate football and soccer player, Scott loves sports and is both a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) and a Physical Therapist.

After double majoring in Wellness Program Management and Athletic Training, Scott pursued his Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Creighton University in Omaha. He loves getting to know his patients and hearing about their dreams, passions and what truly motivates them. At OPT, he appreciates the patient-centered, fun and engaging environment as well as the community it creates.

When Scott isn’t working or studying for his Board Certification in Orthopedics, you’ll find him hiking, camping and spending time with his friends.

  He has run 124 marathons – 50 of them under 3 hours – and he was once a singing waiter! Clifford’s love of fitness, healthcare and science led him to become a Physical Therapist, and he has been practicing since 1990. He holds a BS in Physical Therapy from Daemen College in New York and is certified in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy. As a therapist, Clifford loves helping his patients improve their quality of life and keeping up with scientific advances. 

Clifford stays busy with his 2 kids, 2 stepchildren, 11 grandchildren, 2 dogs and 2 cats. He loves to vacation all over the Northwest and Europe, especially Paris. In his free time, he loves to run, cook and pursue his musical interests.  

“I want to know God’s thoughts.” - Einstein 

  He can eat a twelve-egg omelet in one sitting and is a fan geek of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He’s from Hilo, Hawaii but he has never surfed.

Ryan studied business and exercise science as an undergraduate at University of Puget Sound. He wanted to use his anatomical knowledge to help others, so he earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Puget Sound as well. At OPT, Ryan loves that he is constantly learning and is part of a patient-centered company.

When he is not working, Ryan enjoys lifting weights, movies, learning lyrics of favorite songs and studying anatomy. His native state of Hawaii, San Francisco and anywhere he can relax amidst beautiful scenery, are his favorite vacation spots.

  Katie loves to help people achieve what they never thought possible! A graduate of Green River Community College’s Physical Therapy Assistant program, she appreciates having the opportunity to connect 1:1 with patients and help them mentally and physically through recovery.  

When she is not in the clinic, Katie can be found boxing/kickboxing, watching movies and hiking. She is a self-proclaimed cat person, and enjoys traveling to sunny spots like Florida and Hawaii.  

“Whether you think your can or can’t, you’re right.”  

  After watching his dad’s post-stroke rehabilitation, Ron was inspired to change careers so that he could finish his working life doing something that made a difference in the lives of others. He quit his job and enrolled in PIMA Institute’s Physical Therapist Assistant program. 

At OPT, Ron appreciates the team oriented approach to patient care, and he loves knowing that he helped someone achieve a milestone in their rehabilitation. He wants his patients to know that their success is his number one priority and he will do everything he possibly can to help them achieve their goals.  

Out of the clinic, you’ll find Ron hiking, trail running, cycling or weightlifting. He loves the mountains and vacationing in Bend, Oregon. He is an Air Force Veteran, and has ridden the famous “Sea to Sun” bicycle route on the island of Maui. 

“ ‘Tis nothing either good or bad, but thinking does make it so.”  

 She has a black belt in Tae Kwon Do and loves to learn about the human body. Taylor graduated from Eastern Washington University with her BS in Exercise Science, then pursued her Physical Therapist Assistant degree at Provo College after working as a physical therapy tech and loving it. Her favorite part about being a PTA is seeing someone leave feeling their best. 

Taylor enjoys traveling to Hawaii or Whistler with her husband, Jordan, and daughter, Emmerson. In her free time, she hikes, bakes and reads. Fun fact about Taylor: She has eaten an entire watermelon in one sitting! 

Certifications: 

ACSM Exercise Physiologist