Facility Lincoln Medical Offices Department of Physical Therapy Address 1900 Dresden Drive Lincoln CA 95648 Map & Directions Telephone Appt/Advice: (916) 543-5165 Cancellation: (916) 543-5165 Fax: (916) 543-5170

Department Hours

Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
Closed	8:15 am 5:00 pm	8:15 am 5:00 pm	8:15 am 5:00 pm	8:15 am 5:00 pm	8:15 am 5:00 pm	Closed
Closed during lunch, 12:15 pm to 1:15 pm

My Specialty and Why I Chose It

I am a physical therapist seeing patients with a variety of neuromuscular and musculoskeletal difficulties. I thoroughly enjoy what I do and enjoy seeing my patients improve with each and every visit.

My Practice Philosophy

My practice philosophy centers around the following:

• A positive approach to patient care and dealing with all that entails
• Setting the patient up to succeed
• Optimizing patient strengths
• Dedication & Commitment to optimal functional recovery

My Education and Credentials

2003	Bachelor of Science Kinesiology; California State University Sacramento
2006	Doctorate of Physical Therapy; Samuel Merritt College
2006	3-month residency Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation; KFRC

My Tenure with Kaiser Permanente

I have been a student, intern, resident and now a Physical Therapist with Kaiser Permanente since 2004. Being a part of Kaiser throughout the stages of my education was a unique opportunity!!

Why I Like Practicing Medicine at Kaiser Permanente

I have the unique ability to see a variety of patients that always keeps my thinking fresh and forward. I am also a part of a regional team that includes many medical practitioners that I have freedom to work and communicate with sharing ideas and best meeting patient needs.

My Professional Interests and Affiliations

Member APTA, CPTA and Associate Member International PNF Association

On a Personal Note…

I was born and raised in Elk Grove, CA, and have family and friends throughout Northern California and abroad as well (thanks to my training at KFRC in Vallejo).

I am an avid runner and try to complete one marathon per year as well as other local shorter races. My other interests include arts & crafts (mostly sewing) as well as gardening.

About My Home Page

Thank you for your interest and taking the time to learn more about me and the Depart of Physical Therapy at Kaiser Permanente. There are a number of links to clinical information as well as a link to the websites of other members in my department. If you have any questions about your care in our department, please feel free to call me at anytime. Our entire department and I want to be certain that all of your concerns and needs are addressed. If you need to schedule a follow-up appointment in the Department of Physical Therapy, please call (916)543-5165. Thank you.

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