MIZUTA & ASSOCIATES PHYSICAL THERAPY
P (619) 564-7120
PHYSICAL THERAPIST SERVING SAN DIEGO, CA
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Dr. Ericka Craft Mizuta, DPT
Owner/Physical Therapist
Dr. Ericka Craft Mizuta, DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy) earned her Doctorate Degree from Virginia Commonwealth University/Medical College of Virginia after studying Biology and Psychology at Virginia Commonwealth University.
Dr. Mizuta has worked in outpatient orthopedic care since 2003. She established a practice founded upon excellent patient care and personalized treatment. Dr. Mizuta practices evidence based physical therapy with hands on care that rehabilitates clients faster than traditional PT. Her personal understanding of the importance of an active lifestyle is reflected in Dr. Mizuta’s leisure pursuits, including running, spinning, and overall fitness.
Dr. Mizuta has a studio in Serra Mesa where she treats patients who do not prefer in home sessions.
Education
Virginia Commonwealth University: Doctor of Physical Therapy
Post Graduate Education Courses
Advance Treatment of Joint Replacements
North American Seminars Vestibular Rehabilitation
Practical Biomechanics Orthotic Fabrication
Maitland Spine Evaluation & Treatment
Kaltenborn Spine Evaluation & Treatment
Mulligan Snags & Nags Treatment
Perform Better Functional Sports Training
Prenatal & Postnatal Exercise Design
Running Injuries & Treatment Interventions
TRX Training Certification
Advanced Evaluation & Treatment for Foot and Ankle
Advanced Training in Lower Extremity Athletic Injuries
Torticollis and Plagiocephaly
Pilates for Rehabilitation
Play Therapy for Pediatrics
Dr. Graig Gubello, DPT
Physical Therapist
Graig Gubello is a doctoral-level trained physical therapist who specializes in treating
movement dysfunction, musculoskeletal injuries and geriatric patients. Graig's clinical interests include manual therapy, specific therapeutic exercise and balance training. Graig has a strong background in spine and extremity mobilization, therapeutic exercise and balance and strength training for the aging patient. At the University of St. Augustine, Graig completed extensive post-graduate training in manual therapy and continues to board certification in orthopedics through the American Physical Therapy Association. Beginning in the field of physical therapy in 2005 as a PT Assistant Graig has worked in several physical therapy settings including Acute hospital, Skilled nursing and Outpatient. Prior to moving to San Diego Graig practiced in South Florida as PTA working with a wide variety of individuals ranging from competitive athletes to patients with complicating medical issues. Graig focuses on patient care through an individualized approach to therapy in order to reach patient’s specific goals. He believes patients have the potential to improve at any age, no matter how chronic the condition. Graig’s focus is to provide guidance for patients through exercise and education in order to give them the tools to self manage and maintain an healthy active lifestyle. Graig has a passion for exercise and the outdoors. In his free time he explores San Diego’s hiking trails and spends time at the beach.
Education
University of St. Augustine: Doctor of Physical Therapy
Broward College: Physical Therapist Assistant Certification
Bachelor's: Emphasis Movement Science, Psychology, Sociology
Professional Organizations/Certifications
Member, American Physical Therapy Association, National / CA / Research section
Advanced Education
USA continuing professional education: Myofascial Manipulation, Upper Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation, Extremity Integration, Evaluation and Manipulation Impairment Based, Evidenced Informed Approach, Advanced Evaluation and Manipulation of Pelvic, Lumbar, and Thoracic Spine, Advanced Evaluation and Manipulation of Cranio-Fascial Region, Cervical, and Upper Thoracic Spine
Essential Peripheral Seminar, Essential Spinal Seminar, Intermediate Spinal Seminar, Stabilization Training & Functional Rehabilitation, Differential Assessment & Clinic Reasoning, Evidence-Based Orthopedic Diagnostic Evaluation Seminar, Sacroiliac Joint & Pelvis Seminar, Upper Cervical Dysfunction: Cervicogenic Headaches & Dizziness, TMD, BPPV & Concussion, Evaluation & Treatment of Temporomandibular Disorders & Craniofacial Pain
Dr. Andrew Ohnersorgen, DPT
Physical Therapist
Andrew moved to San Diego after high school to peruse a Bachelor’s of Science in Kinesiology with emphasis in Athletic Training from San Diego State University. After working as a Certified Athletic Trainer in a variety of settings within the San Diego community and spending time as a Physical Therapy Aide for a number of years, he earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine. Since graduation, Andrew has enjoyed working in the outpatient orthopedic setting. When he’s not working, Andrew likes to spend his time with his family and outdoors hiking and riding his bike.
Education
San Diego State University: Bachelor’s of Science in Kinesiology with emphasis in Athletic Training
University of St. Augustine: Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Melanie Barnes, DPT
Physical Therapist
Melanie earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from San Diego State University after studying Exercise Science and Spanish at Point Loma Nazarene University.
Melanie performed graduate research in the biomechanics laboratory at San Diego State University to further scientific understanding of balance deficits in relation to neurological disease progression. As a former dancer, Melanie has a passion for balance activities and enjoys implementing personalized balance training programs with her clients. She has extensive experience in pediatrics, geriatrics and orthopedics and uses a hands on strategy along with movement focused rehab to provide great results for her clients.
Education
Point Loma Nazarene University: Bachelor of Arts, Exercise Science, Spanish Minor
San Diego State University: Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Michelle Lacey, DPT
Physical Therapist
Dr. Michelle “Shellie” Lacey, DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy) earned her Doctorate Degree from Northern Arizona University. She received her Bachelor Degree in Physiology from the University of Arizona. Dr. Lacey has experience in a wide-range of specialties, including: orthopedic, chronic pain, vestibular and geriatric rehabilitation. Dr. Lacey has a background in dance and competitive cheerleading which have helped her understand the importance of maintaining strength and flexibility to avoid injuries and the importance of rehabilitation to return to the activities a person enjoys most. The treatment model of mobile PT is a great way for Dr. Lacey to spend individualized treatment time with a patient in the setting of their choice (home, work, gym, etc.) has been extremely helpful for her to get a full picture of her patient’s challenges and is able to better adapt their rehabilitation plan and goals to their own environments.
Education
University of Arizona: Bachelor of Science in Physiology
Northern Arizona University: Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Adam Krause, DPT
Physical Therapist
Adam specializes in the evaluation and treatment of orthopedic injuries. Adam blends his eclectic manual therapy skills with focused therapeutic exercise for a personalized plan of care. His mantra is to treat all my patients as if they were his family, and it's important to mention that he likes his family!
Adam received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the State University of New York Downstate, and has dual Bachelors degree in Psychology and Health Sciences from the University of Central Florida. He is pursuing continuing education through the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy, Institute of Physical Art, and Osteopathic physicians. In his past life, he was a portrait photographer living in New York City. Traveling around the world for various advertising and editorial clients, as well as showing his fine art work in NYC galleries.
Adam loves being outside and spending time with his family. When not at work he can be found working with his hands on a craft project, fermenting vegetables, making pizza dough from scratch, and reading non fiction. Adam likes to stay active via hiking, rock climbing, surfing, and playing tennis.
Education
University of Central Florida: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
SUNY Downstate, Brooklyn NY: Doctorate of Physical Therapy
Advanced Education
• Cervical spine diagnosis and treatment
• Lumbar spine diagnosis and treatment
• Osteopathic diagnosis and treatment of the lumbar spine and lower extremities
• Peripheral nerve entrapments of the upper and lower extremity
• Thoracic Outlet syndrome
• Ankle injury evaluation and treatment
• Knee Injury evaluation and treatment
• Hip Injury evaluation and treatment
• BPPV diagnosis and treatment
• Pilates for the geriatric population
• Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
• Functional Manual Therapy
• Muscle Energy Technique
Claire Wilson, DPT
Physical Therapist
Claire earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from High Point University after graduating with a Bachelor’s of Science in Exercise Science from College of Charleston. During physical therapy school, Claire’s interest in injury prevention and return to sport grew, which led her to perform and publish research relating to ACL injury prevention programs and how to integrate a truly wholistic therapeutic approach. Claire tries to highlight this in all of her patient sessions by creating personalized, collaborative, and comprehensive plans that help patients achieve their goals. Claire has experience in geriatrics, orthopedics, aquatic therapy, and neurological conditions, as well as having taken continuing education in pelvic floor dysfunction, vestibular dysfunction, and chronic pain. Her passion for human movement, people, and loving the life you live are what drive her to help others return to the activities they love the most.
Education
High Point University, NC: Doctorate of Physical Therapy
College of Charleston, SC: Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science
Dr. Chelsea Saville, DPT
Physical Therapist
Chelsea earned both her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from San Diego State University. Throughout her experience working in outpatient orthopedics, Chelsea has enjoyed treating a wide variety of populations including those seeking treatment for general musculoskeletal impairments, balance training, return to sport, and even injury prevention. During her doctoral program Chelsea participated in developing, executing, and publishing a research project focusing on the importance of pelvic floor and core strength for populations including low back pain, hip dysfunction, and postpartum women. Chelsea enjoys working directly with patients to create a well rounded and unique rehabilitation protocol specific to each patient’s goals and needs. Her favorite part of being a physical therapist is helping people truly understand the anatomy of their injury in order to take charge of their health to make meaningful, prolonged progress!
Education:
B.S Kinesiology San Diego State University
Doctorate of Physical Therapy San Diego State University
Mary McLendon
Office Manager/Marketing
Mary has worked in the health care field since 2005. She moved to California in 2010 and currently works on marketing, management, and website development for Mizuta & Associates PT. In her spare time she enjoys riding her bike, flying kites along the beach, playing board games, and practicing meditation. Her biggest thrill is spending time with her niece, Savannah.
Education
Clemson University: Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology
Lana Shamoon
Administration, Billing, SEO, Online Marketing
Lana has over 7 years of experience in the health care field. She started as a receptionist and has worked her way up to other administrative positions such as referral coordinator, marketing coordinator, and the new patient coordinator. Lana has a passion for helping people and finding creative ways to educate people about all the wonders of physical therapy. She is fluent in 3 in languages; Chaldean, English, and Swedish. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, working out, and planning her next vacation.
Education
Western Governors University: Bachelor of Science in Business Manage, Expected 04/2021
Kaplan University: Certificate of Medical Billing and Coding
Michele Rooney, PT
Physical Therapist
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Norman Hardman, PT
Physical Therapist
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