Graduate of Loma Linda University in 1994 with a Masters in Physical Therapy. Completed Doctor of Physical Therapy at Loma Linda University in 2001. Board Certified as an Orthopedic Specialist in 2001. Clinical Coordinator of Orthopedic Residency Program and Student Affiliations. Research advisor for Loma Linda University Doctoral Students. Specializes in Orthopedic and Spinal Rehabilitation.

Alfredo Loreto, P.T.A.

Alfredo graduated as a Physical Therapist Assistant from Loma Linda University in 2000. He specializes in Sports, Orthopedic and Wound Care Rehabilitation with an emphasis in Photobiostimulation.

Nosheen Ameeri, M.P.T.

Nosheen completed both her undergraduate and graduate studies in 2005 at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. For the past two years she has focused her skills in orthopedic rehabilitation. She is currently enrolled in an Independent Study course for vestibular rehabilitation, dizziness, balance and associated issues.

Julie Danieles, P.T., D.P.T.

Julie graduated in 2003 from Centenary College in Shreveport Louisiana with a double B.S. in Applied Science and Health and Exercise Science with an emphasis in Physical Therapy. She received a full athletic scholarship to participate in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball at Centenary College. She graduated in 2007 from the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Loma Linda University and was a recipient of the student research award. Julie is currently enrolled in the Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program at Rancho Physical Therapy.

Escondido [Map]

Crystal Anthony, D.P.T.

Graduate of University of Washington in 1998 with a Bachelor of Science in Physiological Psychology, completed Doctor of Physical Therapy at Slippery Rock University in 2001, completed a Sports Medicine, Hands & Orthopedic Internship with Rancho Physical Therapy in 2001, Advanced Wound Care with St. Joseph's Medical Center in 2001 and an Orthopedic Residency with Southern California Permanente Medical Group in 2002. Crystal is an AFAA certified aerobics, group fitness and Step Reebok instructor with eleven years of teaching experience. She also teaches Anatomy, Physiology, and Health Science at Mt San Jacinto and Riverside Community Colleges. Crystal is now the Director of Rancho Physical Therapy's Escondido clinic.

Fallbrook [Map]

William Atkins, P.T., O.C.S., C.S.C.S.

Owner, President and founder of Rancho Physical Therapy, Inc. since 1984. Graduated Long Beach State University Physical Therapy program in 1981 with a BS degree. Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist in 1996. Board certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in 1999. Specialist in Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation since 1981. Director of Fallbrook Physical Therapy, and Fitness Plus Health Club.

Carrie Loomis, M.P.T.

Graduated from California State University, Fresno, with a Masters of Physical Therapy in 1999. Specialized training in orthopedics.

Rhonda McMichael, O.T.R.

Occupational Therapist specializing in hand therapy. Certified in Biofeedback Training, and a specialist in Sensory Reintegration.

Robert Martinez, M.P.T.

Robert completed his undergraduate studies at Cypress College and UCLA. He is a graduate of the University of Chile's Physical Therapy/Kinesiology program in 2003. During educational training Robert emphasized in Sports Medicine Respiratory Therapy. He has currently completed the Kaltenburg Maitland; Part A course. Robert joined Rancho Physical Therapy in 2003.

Christina Figueroa, P.T.A.

Christina completed her undergraduate studies at UC Riverside and Riverside Community College. She graduated from Loma Linda University's Physical Therapist Assistant program in 2001. Current courses taken: Mulligan Upper and Lower extremity and McKenzie Part A. Christina has been working for Rancho Physical Therapy since 2002.

Kerry L. Whittaker, P.T.A.

Kerry has been a part of the Rancho Physical Therapy team since 2000. She graduated with Honors in 2005 from Cerritos College with an Associates of Arts degree from the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Member of the Volunteer Sports Medicine Program at Chaparral High School in Temecula since 2000 and team Physical Therapist Assistant as of 2005.

French Valley [Map]

Mark Hans, M.P.T.

Graduate of California State University Fresno with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy, Magna Cum Laude in 1995. Completed Master of Physical Therapy with Distinction in 1997 again at California State University Fresno. Licensed by the Physical Therapy Board of California in February of 1998. Specializing in outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation with an emphasis on Maitland based philosophies of assessment, manual therapy, and exercise.

Lake Elsinore [Map]

Ronald Toth, P.T., O.C.S.

Graduate of Long Beach State University School of Physical Therapy in 1984. Trained in Spinal Rehabilitation through the McKenzie Institute. Specializes in Orthopedic and Spinal Rehabilitation with additional training in Industrial Rehabilitation, Pre-Employment Screening, and Ergonomic Analysis. Certified E.P.I.C. Lift Capacity Evaluator. Director of Rancho Physical Therapy, Lake Elsinore.

Scott Tyrrell, P.T.A.

Graduated from the Academy of Health Sciences, Fort Sam Houston, Texas in 1984; a tri-school for the Army, Navy and Air Force. retired form the Navy in 1994. Since then has spent the majority of his time in Outpatient Orthopedic Clinics. Has co-authored the Total Body functional Profile and also written a book in Golf Biomechanics and Golf Fitness. Scott specializes in sports performance and athletic enhancement of individuals both pre and post surgery. Certified in AEI Pre-employment screenings and an Aquatics and Arthro-swim certified instructor.

Sarah Hahn, D.P.T.

Sarah graduated in 2004 from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with a B.S. in Kinesiology with an emphasis in pre-physical therapy. She graduated in 2007 from the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Azusa Pacific University, CA. In 2008, Sarah started working at Rancho Physical Therapy. She currently Volunteers with the Civil Air Patrol- Air Force Auxiliary and has been a member of this non-profit youth mentoring organization since 1998.

La Quinta [Map]

Cory J Berkeley, D.P.T.

Graduate of the University of Southern California, Department of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy, with Doctorate of physical therapy. Graduate of the University of California, San Diego with a Bachelor of Science in biology. Specializes in Orthopedic and Industrial Rehabilitation. Cory is Director of Rancho Physical Therapy's La Quinta Clinic.

Moreno Valley [Map]

Glyniss Green, P.T., D.P.T., O.C.S.

Glyniss received her Master of Physical Therapy from Loma Linda University in 1997 and completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2005. Glyniss has specialized training in orthopedic spinal dysfuntions and has completed the McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy program. Glyniss is Rancho Physical Therapy's Industrial Rehabilitation and Workers Compensation specialist with extensive training in performing Functional Capacity evaluations. Glyniss is an active member of the AP.T.A. and board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist since 2000. Glyniss is a clinical faculty member for Rancho Physical Therapy's year-long clinical residency program. Glyniss is the Director of the Moreno Valley Clinic.

Elizabeth Aguayo, P.T.A.

Elizabeth is a physical therapist assistant and a 1998 graduate from Loma Linda University's Physical Therapy Assistant program. She has had extensive experience in athletic training, wound care and geriatrics. Elizabeth specializes in work related, othopaedic and spinal injuries and has completed the first of four sections (Part A) of the McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy program.

Sabrina Tovar, P.T., D.P.T.

Sabrina is a graduate of Loma Linda University with Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences Cum Laude. She received a Doctorate and Masters of Physical Therapy in 2006 and 2005 respectively. She is currently a resident in the Rancho Physical Therapy Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program. Sabrina is also currently enrolled in a year long manual therapy course with emphasis on evidence based management of the orthopedic patient.

Murrieta [Map]

John Waite, P.T., D.P.T., O.C.S.

Owner, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Rancho Physical Therapy, Inc. Graduate of California State Northridge with B.A. in psychology in 1988. Graduate of California State University Northridge Physical Therapy program in 1990 with a Bachelors of Science degree. Completed the Advanced Master of Physical Therapy in 1996 and Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2001 from Loma Linda University. Board Certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in 1999. Specializes in Orthopedics and Sports Physical Therapy. Professional baseball consultant for Major League Baseball clubs. Clinical instructor for Loma Linda University Doctoral and other physical therapy programs. Administrative Director and Founder of the Rancho Physical Therapy AP.T.A. accredited orthopedic residency. Author "Physical Therapy Management of Wrist and Hand Disorders" for Physical Therapy Clinics of North America (Saunders series) 1999. Author of multiple articles in peer-reviewed journals. American Physical Therapy Inland Counties District Vice Chair, 2005; and Chair, 2006. Team Physical Therapist for Temecula Valley High School since 1990.

Weston A. Smith, P.T., D.P.T., O.C.S.

Graduated in 1996 from Loma Linda University with an A.S. from the Physical Therapist Assistant program. Earned a B.S. in Health Sciences in1998 and completed a Progressive Master's in Physical Therapy from Loma Linda University in 2000. Graduated from the Post-Professional Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program at Loma Linda University in March 2002. Board Certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in 2003. Specialist in the treatment of orthopedic and sports physical therapy. Board representative for the APTA, Inland county chapter. APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor. Residency Mentor and Director of Clinical Faculty for Rancho Physical Therapy's Orthopedic Residency Program. Team Physical Therapist and member of the Volunteer Sports Medicine Program at Chaparral High School in Temecula since 1999. Clinical Director of Physical Therapy at Rancho Physical Therapy's Murrieta location.

Randy Ice, P.T., C.C.S.

Director of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation at Rancho Physical Therapy. Currently, thirty years experience on Physical Therapy focusing specifically in the area of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation. Board Certified Cardiopulmonary Specialist since 1971. Past clinical professor for the Professional Physical Therapy Program of the University of Southern California and Mount St. Mary's College. Nationally recognized as an expert in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation with over fifty articles published in medical and peer reviewed journals. Founder of the SCOR Cardiac Cyclist Club and organizes bike rides throughout Southern California. For more information go to www.bikescor.com.

Matthew L. Schrader, P.T.A.

Graduated in 2001 with Honors from Loma Linda University's Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Has been part of the Rancho Physical Therapy staff since 2001, specializing in orthopedics and sports medicine rehabilitation.

Molly Radlinski, P.T, D.P.T., O.C.S.

Molly is a graduate of Northern Arizona University 2000, with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science. Molly completed her education at Loma Linda University in 2004 with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Molly graduated from the Orthopedic Clinical Residency Program through the AP.T.A. in 2006, and specializes in orthopedics. Board Certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in 2007. Molly is also involved in the CCAP.T.A. and is a Representative for the Inland Counties District. In 2006, Molly volunteered as part of the medial staff for Chaparral High School Sports Medicine Program.

Heather M. Snyder, P.T., D.P.T.

Heather graduated in 2003 from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with a B.S. in Kinesiology with an emphasis in pre-physical therapy. She graduated in 2006 from the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Chapman University. In 2006, Heather started working at Rancho Physical Therapy, and joined the Volunteer Sports Medicine Program at Chaparral High School in Temecula. Heather is currently enrolled in the Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program at Rancho Physical Therapy.

Alison D. Pohlman-Biacsi, P.T.

Graduated in 1983 from Mount Saint Mary's College with an Associate in Science degree from the Physical Therapist Assistant Program and a B.A. in Child Development. Earned a B.S. in Physical Therapy in 1991. Extensive experience in working with orthopedic and sports physical therapy patients. Specialist in women's health. Clinical Supervisor of Neurological Rehabilitation and Pediatric Physical Therapy in Murrieta.

Darrell Rowe, O.T.R, C.H.T.

Graduated from the University of Alberta, Canada, Occupational Therapy Program in May 2001. After practicing for a year in Canada, Darrell moved to Southern California to pursue specialization in Hand Rehabilitation. He completed the Southern California Hand Therapy Program offered by Kaiser Permanente in October 2003. Darrell's specialties include static and dynamic splinting, and treating a wide variety of orthopedic upper extremity conditions, including cumulative trauma/over use conditions. Darrell received certification as clinical specialist in hand rehabilitation in 2006.

Jennifer Truckenbrodt, C.O.T.A./L.

Graduated in 2005 from Loma Linda University with an Associate's in Arts Degree from the occupational Assistant Program. Specializes in pediatrics and, treating developmental delay and sensory processing disorders. Experience in school based therapy and clinical based therapy.

Nicole Konrath, P.T., D.P.T.

Nicole graduated in 2002 from University of California, Santa Barbara with a B.S. in Biological Sciences and a minor in Exercise and Health Sciences. She graduated in 2007 from the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Chapman University. Nicole is currently enrolled in the Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program at Rancho Physical Therapy.

Murrieta Golden Triangle [Map]

Curtis M. Crook, M.P.T., C.S.C.S.

Curtis is a graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park with a BS in Kinesiology and a Master of Physical Therapy from Western University of Health Sciences. He received his credentials of C.S.C.S. (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) in 2002 and completed post graduate Orthopedic Residency in Physical Therapy. He specializes in Orthopedic Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine, with an emphasis in strength training and athletic conditioning. Curtis is the director of Rancho Physical Therapy's Golden Triangle facility.

Murrieta Hand Therapy Clinic [Map]

Darrell Rowe, O.T.R, C.H.T.

Ontario [Map]

Pedro Romero, P.T., M.S.P.T., O.C.S.

Graduated in 2000 from Andrews University in Michigan with a B.S. in Anatomy and Physiology. Earned a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from Andrews University in 2001. Board Certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in 2007. Director of Rancho Physical Therapy, Ontario.

Teresa Oltmans, M.P.T.

Teresa graduated with honors from Crafton Hills College with an Associate of Science degree in 1997. She then completed her Master of Physical Therapy degree, graduating Summa Cum Laude, from Loma Linda University in 2001. She has completed the first of four sections of the McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy program and specializes in orthopedics.

Palm Desert [Map]

Jason Stodelle, M.S.P.T., A.T.C.

Graduate of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri with a Master's of Science in Physical Therapy in 2001. Received a Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences from the University of Miami in 1999. Jason is a Physical Therapist and Certified Athletic Trainer. He specializes in orthopedics and sports medicine with particular interest in the treatment of shoulder and knee injuries. Member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the National Athletic Trainer's Association. Jason is Director of Rancho Physical Therapy's Palm Desert Clinic.

Tracy Chuck, M.P.T.

Tracy is a graduate of Ithaca College, School of Health Science Human Performance in 2001 with a Masters degree in Physical therapy specializing in Orthopedics with an interest in foot, ankle and shoulder rehabilitation. Tracy has attended continuing education courses in myofascial release, Mulligan concepts and golf performance. She has been an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (AP.T.A.) since 1999.

Perris [Map]

Jose Alvarez, DPT

Jose is a graduate from Chapman University with a Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy. He attended Texas Tech University on a baseball scholarship where he received his Bachelor's degree in Exercise Sport and Science. He specializes in orthopedic and sport rehabilitation with special interest in shoulder rehabilitation for the throwing athlete. He is currently enrolled in a year-long orthopedic manual course and plans on becoming a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in 2007. He has been a member of the American Physical Therapy Association & Orthopedic section since 2001. Jose is the Director of Rancho Physical Therapy in Perris.

Ben Franco, P.T.A.

Ben is a physical therapist assistant who has extensive experience in sports and orthopedic. He graduated from Loma Linda University in 2004 and has specialized training in ADL's and experience in aquatic therapy, manual therapy and exercise physiology. Ben is bilingual and is both a member of the AP.T.A. and a staff physical therapist assistant at Rancho Physical Therapy in Perris.

Riverside [Map]

Jim Eddow, M.P.T., O.C.S.

Jim earned his Master of Physical Therapy, Summa Cum Laude in 2003 from Loma Linda University. In 1993, he received his Bachelor of Science in Animal Physiology and Neurosciences, with a minor in Psychology, from the University of California, San Diego. In addition, Jim received an Associate of Science degree from the Physical Therapy Assistant program at Mesa College in 1998. He specializes in Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy and is currently the Director of Rancho Physical Therapy, Riverside.

Christine Eddow, D.P.T., O.C.S., CHT

Christine earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2003 from Loma Linda University. She graduated with the Master of Physical Therapy degree in 1990 from the University of Southern California. In addition, she received her Bachelor of Science degree Cum Laude in Exercise Science/Physical Education from Cal Poly Pomona in 1986. Christine is a Certified Hand Therapist and a Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist who has served as Clinical Faculty at Loma Linda University since 1994. Christine is a member of the American Society of Hand Therapists and the Orthopedic, Cardiopulmonary, Aquatic, Women’s Health and Hand Rehabilitation sections of the American Physical Therapy Association. She specializes in Orthopedics and Women’s Health and Hand Therapy.

Yvette Reyes, P.T.A.

Yvette Reyes graduated from Cal State Long Beach in 1993 with a B.A. in Psychology. She attended Cerritos College where she received an A.A. as a Physical Therapy Assistant in 1996. Yvette has primarily worked in the outpatient orthopedic setting, but also has experience in inpatient treatment, skilled nursing facilities, wound care, and pre-natal aquatics. She is also fluent in Spanish.

Emily Mason, M.P.T., O.C.S.

Emily graduated with her Master's degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Evansville, Indiana in 2001. She became a Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist in 2006 and also has extensive experience in lymphedema, pediatrics and vestibular rehabilitation.

San Jacinto

Rey T. Aquino, P.T., M.P.T., O.C.S.

Rey received a Bachelors degree in Biological Sciences from the University of California, Irvine, 1990. Graduated from Western University of Health Sciences with a Master of Physical Therapy degree in 1996. Board Certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in 2004. Outpatient orthopedic and sports physical therapy specialist. Teaches Swiss ball back stabilization classes at the Brea Community Center. Rey is Director of Rancho Physical Therapy's San Jacinto location.

Single Oak

Randy Ice, P.T., C.C.S.

Alison D. Pohlman-Biacsi, P.T.

Temecula (Hwy 79 South) [Map]

Gregory Smith, P.T., M.O.M.T., O.C.S.

Owner, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Rancho Physical Therapy. Graduated from California State University Northridge Physical Therapy program in 1990 with a BS degree. Completed Master of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy in 1994 from the Ola Grimsby Institute. Board certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in 1999. Specialized training in Orthopedic, sports, and Spine Rehabilitation. Director of Physical Therapy at Rancho Physical Therapy in Temecula (HWY 79 South).

Christopher J. Ivey P.T., M.P.T., O.C.S., S.C.S., A.T.C., M.S.

Chris graduated from California State University Humboldt with a Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education and Master of Science in Sports Medicine. He completed his physical therapy education from Western University of Health Sciences.

Physical Therapist: California license number 25342
American Physical Therapy Association Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS): Certification number 13325
American Physical Therapy Association Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS): Certification number 12892
Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC): Certification number 040202144

Christopher is a director at the Temecula Highway 79 location and is an instructor through an American Physical Therapy Association accredited orthopedic residency program.

Jennifer Orr P.T., D.P.T.

Graduated from Biola University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sports Physiology in 1999. Doctorate of Physical Therapy completed at Loma Linda University in 2006. Since graduation she has focused her practical skills in the area of outpatient orthopedic/sports rehabilitation.

Temecula (Ynez) [Map]

Scott L. Holman, P.T., O.C.S.

Spine and Sports Medicine Specialist

Scott earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Medicine at the University of the Pacific and a Master of Physical Therapy degree at Hardin-Simmons University. He is presently in the process of obtaining a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. Scott is one of the 3% of physical therapists in the nation that is board certified in orthopaedics. He is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association Sports Medicine Section and is specializing in Manual Therapy. He was a Physical Therapist at the Olympic Village for the 2002 Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City. Scott is also one of the few physical therapists designated as an Active Release Technique Practitioner.

Terilee Hammett, O.T.R./L., C.H.T.

Ms. Hammett graduated from Syracuse University's Occupational Therapy program Summa Cum Laude in 1983. She has worked exclusively in the field of hand rehabilitation since 1985 as a Clinician, Clinic Manager and Consultant. Comprehensive training was received at the Curtis National Hand Center in Baltimore and the Milliken Hand Center in Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Board Certification as a Hand Rehabilitation Specialist was granted in 1991. Previous clinical practice includes the states of Maryland, Missouri and North Carolina before moving to California with her husband in 1997. She is experienced in all phases of hand management from post-operative wound care to preparing patients for return to work and/or their previous lifestyle. Professional memberships include the American Society of Hand Therapists and the American Occupational Therapy Association.

Jennifer Butler, D.P.T.

Graduate of Loma Linda University in 2000 with a Master's degree in Physical Therapy. Graduate of Loma Linda University in 2001 with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Completed the Kaiser Manual Therapy Course at Kaiser West L.A. in 2001. Specializes in orthopedics and Vestibular Rehabilitation.

Kris Mankin, M.P.T.

Kris earned her Bachelor's Degree in Exercise and Nutritional Sciences from San Diego State University graduating Cum Laude and her Masters in Physical Therapy from Chapman University, graduating class of 2002. She specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation, sports injuries, vestibular dysfunction and balance disorders. She is a part of the Rancho Physical Therapy Sports Medical Team and assists with football game coverage for the Linfield High School Athletic Department and volunteers for other sporting events around the Murrieta/Temecula community.

Victorville [Map]

Shelley L. Wells-Tworek, D.P.T.

Shelley is a graduate from Chapman University with a Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy. She received her Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology also from Chapman University. In addition to full-time patient care, she is also an adjunct professor for Chapman University at the Victor Valley Campus. She specializes in orthopedic injuries with special interest in sports rehabilitation. Shelley has been a member of the AP.T.A. since 2001. Shelley is the Director of Rancho Physical Therapy's Victorville clinic.

Michelle Padget, P.T.A.

Michelle is a graduate from the Loma Linda University Physical Therapist Assistant program in 2006 with undergraduate studies completed at U C Riverside and Victor Valley Community College. She has experience in orthopedics, geriatrics, and acute rehabilitation. She is a lifelong resident of the Victorville area and is proud to be a part of Rancho Physical Therapy's Victorville clinic.

Vista [Map]

Maria Mejia-O'Neill, M.S., P.T.

Maria received her Bachelor and Master degrees in Physical Therapy from the University of Southern California. She has more than 20 years of experience in the treatment of Sports and Orthopedic Medicine. Postgraduate studies include therapy, occupation medicine and spine rehabilitation. She is currently the director of Rancho Physical Therapy - Vista.

Sandra Lee, DPT

Sandra received her B.A. at the University of California San Diego in 2002, and completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Chapman University in 2007. Previously, she worked with the AVP Professional Beach Volleyball Tour and plans on bringing her orthopedic manual skills to continue working with professional and amateur athletes. Sandra likes to maintain an active lifestyle and personal interests include surfing, snowboarding, and swimming. She is fluent in Korean.