Physical Therapists

Paul Hamel, MPT

CEO & Owner

Master of Physical Therapy & Biokinesiology, University of Southern California

Bachelor of Arts, Athletic Training, San Diego State University

Certified Pilates Instructor, Pilates & Beyond Educational Institute

Certified Vestibular Therapist, Emory University School of Medicine

Certified Titleist Performance Institute Therapist

Certified Neuromuscular Taping Therapist

Specializes in:

➤ Orthopedics

➤ Balance, Vestibular, & Fall Prevention

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Sports Injury

➤ Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

➤ Bi0mechanical Evaluation of the Foot & Ankle

➤ Custom Orthotics

Donna Hamel, MPT

CFO & Owner

Master of Physical Therapy & Biokinesiology, University of Southern California

Bachelor of Arts, Biology, Point Loma Nazarene College

Certified Vestibular Therapist, Emory University School of Medicine

Specializes In:

➤ Balance, Vestibular, & Fall Prevention

➤ Neurological Rehabilitation

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Headaches & Temporomandibular Disorders

➤ Dizziness, Migraine, Vertigo

➤ Mens & Womens Pelvic Health & Pain Management

➤ Bowel and Bladder Control therapies

➤ Pilates Rehabilitation

Katherine Foster, Pt

Site Supervisor, Lake San Marcos

Bachelor of Physical Therapy, California State Long Beach

Bachelor of Science, Anatomy, University of California San Diego

Certified Womens, Mens, & Pediatric Pelvic Health Therapist, CAPP-Pelvic APTA

Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Klose Training

Specializes in:

➤ orthopedics

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Sports Injury

➤ Balance, Vestibular, & Fall Prevention

➤ Neurological Rehabilitation

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Male & Female Pelvic Health & Pain Management

➤ Bowel & Bladder Control Therapies

➤ Temporomandibular Disorders

➤ Post Surgical Rehabilitation

➤ Complete Decongestive Therapy for Lymphedema

➤ Pilates Rehabilitation

➤ Pre- & Post-Natal Care

Michelle Zimny, DPT

Physical Therapist (Per-DIEM)

Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Creighton University

Bachelor of Science, Human Physiology, Gonzaga University

Specializes in:

➤ orthopedics

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Male & Female pelvic Health & pain Management

➤ Bowel and Bladder Control Therapies

➤ post-prostatectomy rehabilitation

Katie Skvarna, DPT

Physical Therapist

Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Western University of Health Sciences

Bachelor of Science, Exercise Physiology, Northern Arizona University

Specializes in:

➤ Orthopedics

➤ Sports Injury

➤ Balance, vestibular, & Fall prevention

➤ Neurological Rehabilitation

➤ Geriatrics

Claire Kiefer, DPT, PRPC

Pelvic health Clinical Specialist & program coordinator

Doctorate of Physical Therapy, University of St. Augustine

Bachelor of Arts, Integrative Physiology, University of Colorado Boulder

certified Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner

Specializes in:

➤ Orthopedics

➤ Sports Injury

➤ Balance, vestibular, & Fall prevention

➤ Neurological Rehabilitation

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Male and Female Pelvic Health & Pain Management

➤ Bowel and Bladder Control Therapies

➤ Pre- & Post-Natal Care

Summer Schaefer, DPT

aquatic therapy program coordinator

Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Azuza Pacific University

Bachelors of Science, Applied Health Science, Point Loma Nazarene University

Specializes in:

➤ Orthopedics

➤ Sports Injury

➤ Balance, vestibular, & Fall prevention

➤ Neurological Rehabilitation

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Pre- & Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

➤ Aquatic Therapy

➤ Scoliosis

➤ Pre- & Post-Natal Care

Michael Cannady, DPT

Physical Therapist

Doctorate of Physical Therapy, university of St. Augustine

Bachelor of Arts, Kinesiology, California State University of San Marcos

Specializes in:

➤ Orthopedics

➤ Sports Injury

➤ Balance, vestibular, & Fall prevention

➤ Neurological Rehabilitation

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Pre- & Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Emily MAYS, DPT

Physical Therapist

Doctorate of Physical Therapy, San Diego State University

Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology, San Diego State University

Specializes in:

➤ Orthopedics

➤ Sports Injury

➤ Balance, vestibular, & Fall prevention

➤ Neurological Rehabilitation

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Male & Female Pelvic Health & Pain Management

➤ Bowel and Bladder Control Therapies

➤ Pre- & Post-Natal Care

ARIANA WASHINGTON, DpT

Physical Therapist

Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Loma Linda University

Bachelor of Science, Health Communication, Pacific Union College

Associate of Science, Pre-Allied Health Professions, Pacific Union College

Specializes in:

➤ Orthopedics

➤ Sports Injury

➤ Balance, vestibular, & Fall prevention

➤ Neurological Rehabilitation

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Pre- & Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

➤ Aquatic Therapy

CHRIS O’CONNELL, DPT

Physical Therapist

Doctorate of Physical Therapy, University of St. Augustine

Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology, California State University of Fullerton

Specializes in:

➤ Orthopedics

➤ Sports Injury

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Pre- & Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

➤ Aquatic Therapy

Lauren Herriott, DPT

Physical Therapist

Doctorate of Physical Therapy, University of St. Augustine

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, University of Albany

Specializes in:

➤ Orthopedics

➤ Sports Injury

➤ Balance, vestibular, & Fall prevention

➤ Neurological Rehabilitation

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

JOrdan MAYO,DPT

Physical Therapist

Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Azusa Pacific University

Bachelor of Arts, Exercise Sport Science, Concordia University

Specializes in:

➤ Orthopedics

➤ Sports Injury

➤ Balance, vestibular, & Fall prevention

➤ Neurological Rehabilitation

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Pre- & Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

➤ Tempomandibular Disorders

➤ Visceral Manipulation

➤ Myofascial Decompression & IASTM

ALI GHAVAMI,DPT

Physical Therapist

Doctorate of Physical Therapy, University of St. Augustine

Bachelor of Science, Exercise & Rehabilitation Science, San Jose State University

Specializes in:

➤ Orthopedics

➤ Sports Injury

➤ Balance, vestibular, & Fall prevention

➤ Neurological Rehabilitation

➤ Geriatrics

DEANNA CATRON, DPT

Physical Therapist

Doctorate of Physical Therapy, University of St Augustine

Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology, San Diego State University

Associate of Science, Biology Studies, San Diego Miramar College

Certified LSVT BIG Clinician

Specializes in:

➤ Orthopedics

➤ Sports Injury

➤ Balance, vestibular, & Fall prevention

➤ Neurological Rehabilitation

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Parkinson’s Disease Rehabilitation

Samantha Monge, DPT

Doctorate of Physical Therapy, University of St. Augustine

Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science, California State University Northridge

Specializes in:

➤ Orthopedics

➤ Sports Injury

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Pre- & Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Isha Tirupathi, DPT

Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Washington University of St. Louis

Bachelor of Science Honors, York University

Specializes in:

➤ Orthopedics

➤ Sports Injury

➤ Geriatrics

➤ Pre- & Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Lisa Tilch, PTA

BFA dance performance, Chapman University

Associate of Applied Science, Physical Therapy Assistant, Mt. Hood Community College

Certified Yoga Instructor, Yoga Alliance

Specializes in:

➤ Orthopedics

➤ Balance, vestibular, & Fall prevention

➤ Neurological Rehabilitation

➤ Geriatrics

Leila Ghasemi, SPT

BS in Kinesiology, California State San Marcos

Herman and Wallace Level 1