Renton

  Education: Bachelors in Performing Arts/Dance, BS in Health and Exercise Science from Colorado State University Graduate School:  Doctor of Physical Therapy from University of Colorado; Orthopaedic residency 

Certifications: OCS 

Clinical Specializations/Interests:  Dancers and other artistic athletes (gymnasts, figure skaters, aerial artists), Vestibular therapy 

Why I love being a PT:   

Sharing the joy with my patients when they get better and get back to their passions!

How I stay active:  PNW outdoor adventures (hiking, sea kayaking, snow  

Interests:  Live theater - especially musicals!, whale/orca nerd, travel 

One word that describes me:  Curious 

Favorite vacation spot:   

My honeymoon in South Africa!

Education: Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Sonoma State University

      Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Eastern Washington University

Certifications: 

Certified Personal Trainer

Clinical Specialization/Interests: Sports rehabilitation

Why I love being a PT: I enjoy connecting with and learning from patients as we work together to return patients to what they love doing.

How I stay active:  I enjoy hiking, snowboarding, and playing most sports with a ball, but soccer is my favorite!

Interests: Big Manchester United fan (English Premier League Soccer), I love picking up heavy things (weight lifting), and a casual nerd for Marvel movies and anime. 

One word that describes me: Dedicated

Favorite vacation spot: Grandparent's lake house during the summer

 Education: B.S Kinesiology Western Washington University (Bellingham, WA) 

DPT University of Washington 

Certifications: CPR 

Clinical Specialization/Interests: 

Manual therapy, geriatrics, and lymphedema, strength training 

Why I love being a PT: 

I grew up caring for my family and I’m a very hands on and active person! I love the connection I build with people and being able to be a part of someone’s rehab journey. 

How I stay active: 

Strength training, walking my dog, pickleball, longboarding, and taking group fitness classes like Barry’s

Interests: 

I enjoy learning about animals (currently into honeybees and geckos), spending time with family and friends, finding new places to eat and venture, and I’ve recently taken up pickleball. I mainly enjoy strength training as a powerlifter but have not competed since college. I’m in my cross-training and try new sports era. 

One word that describes me: Trustworthy 

Favorite vacation spot: Big Island of Hawaii 

  Education: PTA, Whatcom Community College 

Undergraduate: University of Hawaii at Manoa 

Certifications:    

PTA, CPT (Certified Personal Trainer), UESCA Run Coach, NASM-CNC (Certified nutrition coach)

Clinical Specializations/Interests:  Run coaching, Running 

Why I love being a PTA:   

Being able to help bring up to date information to patients and help build their self-reliance and confidence.

How I stay active:  Trail running, lifting, Orange Theory and chasing my 3-year-old 

Interests:   

Run coaching/training, Harry Potter and lord of the rings, Travel

One word that describes me: Realist 

Favorite vacation spot:  Maui, Hawaii

  Education: Pima Medical Institute, Associate Degree Physical Therapy Assistant 2023; Washington State University BA in Communications & BA in Foreign Languages 2013

Certifications: CPT

Clinical Specializations/Interests: Specializations N/A; Interest in athletes and sport rehabilitation

PTA: The reason I love being a PTA Is I get to help people work toward their goals.  Whether that is returning to their sport, doing their hobbies pain free, or playing with their grandkids, it brings me joy to help people understand their body and movement better to do the things they love.

Active: I stay active with soccer, yoga, hiking, biking, and paddleboarding.

Interests: Travel, soccer, wine, cultures and languages. 

One word: Friendly

Favorite vacation spot: Any beach or with family in Buenos Aires and California.

  Education: Currently Attending Seattle University 

Why I love being a Tech:   

Being able to work with and help patients 

How I stay active:   

I enjoy weight lifting and going out for long walks (Mainly to play Pokemon Go)

Interests:   

I have recently been into a lot of tech, gaming, computers, and football! Recently trying to read more books as well!

One word that describes me: Energetic

Favorite vacation spot: Hawaii