Staff

Jason received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Samuel Merrit University and his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from the University of Puget Sound. As an Honors Program Scholar at Puget Sound, Jason played intercollegiate baseball and minored in Mathematics and Chemistry. In addition, he was involved in research at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Jason completed original research on combination strength training techniques in the male athlete, assisted in research for anti-gravity treadmill training in patients with neurological disorders, and studied neurodynamic abnormalities in patients with orthopedic dysfunction. Jason truly enjoys treating all orthopedic cases with a particular interest in the rotational athlete. He is certified as a Myofascial Decompression clinician. As a California Concussion Institute educated practitioner, Jason is trained to work with patients following concussion when they present with exertional and vestibular impairments. On a personal note, Jason is a Redwood City native who attended St. Pius elementary school and Sacred Heart Prep. He is now a high school baseball coach at SHP, his alma mater, after coaching baseball for 5 years at Menlo School. When not at work, Jason and his wife enjoy raising their two daughters, playing recreational team sports, and watching TV and movies.

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Matt is a born and raised Bay Area native who returned home from Los Angeles to be closer to his family and re-immerse himself in his roots. He graduated from San Diego State University for his Bachelor’s Degree and then Cal State Long Beach for his Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy. His main goal when working with patients is to get them back to exactly where they want to be! By creating individualized exercise programs and using specific manual techniques, Matt can cater to each patient’s unique musculoskeletal issues. He places a huge emphasis on getting to know his patients personally, and making their physical therapy a little less intimidating. In his free time, Matt enjoys playing video games, hiking, weightlifting, rock climbing, music festivals, traveling, and martial arts. Give him a hello when you come to STAR, and he will welcome you with a smile!

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David is a graduate from Widener University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program and has also completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from Slippery Rock University. David is originally from Ohio, but has been involved in travel physical therapy for the past 10 years. He likes to stay active by biking, lifting weights, visiting our national parks, and exploring what different states and cities have to offer. His primary treatment goal is to help everyone achieve their best possible movement and return to the physical activities and lifestyles they enjoy.

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Stephanie was born and raised in Wisconsin and is a die-hard cheesehead! She attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison where she graduated with her Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. She went on to obtain her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in Miami, Florida. Since then, she has been working as a travel physical therapist exploring the U.S. with her boyfriend and dog. So far, she has worked in South Carolina, Arizona, Colorado, Wisconsin, and now California! Stephanie prides herself on getting to know each and every one of her patients and their specific rehabilitation needs. She uses a variety of manual therapy techniques and focused exercises tailored to treat each individual’s unique musculoskeletal impairments. In her free time, Stepahanie enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, backpacking, exploring our national parks, paddleboarding, going to the beach, and checking out new cities.

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Amoljeet was born and raised in India. She worked as a licensed physical therapist in India for 7 years before getting married and moving to California. Her passion for physical therapy led her to complete her doctorate in physical therapy from Montana University in December 2022. She looks forward to helping her patients achieve their maximal rehabilitation success! In her free time, Amoljeet loves to explore new places, cook, and be with her family.

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Michelle graduated from and received her license from Sonoma College in 2007. Additionally, she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Motion Picture from Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, California. She was born and raised in San Jose, California but has lived abroad, teaching English in Japan. She is certified as both a Myofascial Decompression and Graston Technique clinician. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, mountain biking and cooking.

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Alex is currently enrolled as an undergraduate at San Francisco State University, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology. Alex is from California, born and raised in San Francisco. He is looking forward to becoming a physical therapist after completing his undergraduate degree, obtaining experience in the field, and then applying to and completing physical therapy training in graduate school. In his spare time, Alex enjoys being in nature, cooking and baking, and is always curious to experience and learn new things.

Andrew was born in South Carolina and moved to California when he was 6 years old. He is currently enrolled at Ohlone Community College and plans on transferring to Cal State East Bay or Sacramento State University to complete his Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. He hopes to eventually attend graduate school and become a physical therapist. Andrew has gone on mission trips to the Philippines and Navajo Nation to volunteer for those in need in these communities. In his spare time, he enjoys playing basketball, video games, working on cars, and going to the beach and camping.

Jack was born and raised in Redwood City, California. He is currently enrolled at Menlo College and is completing his Bachelor’s degree in Sport Management and Finance. He plans on applying to law school once he graduates with aspirations of becoming a sports agent in the future. In his spare time, Jack coaches volleyball and basketball and loves teaching kids about sports. Being an avid Bay Area sports fan, Jack loves to attend the Giants, Niners, and Warriors games.

Charles was born and raised in San Francisco, California. He graduated from the University of California, Riverside with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience. He is taking time to accumulate more experiences with patient care and performing science research at UCSF before applying to medical school to become a doctor. In his free time, Charles enjoys weightlifting, playing video games, going on hikes, and reading.

Kimberly was born and raised in the Bay Area. She graduated from Canada College with Associate Degrees in Biology, Chemistry, and Interdisciplinary Studies of Natural Science and Mathematics. Currently, she is gaining experience in healthcare and exploring physical therapy to refine her focus before returning to school for a specialized major. In addition, Kimberly aspires to be a personal trainer in her spare time. In her free time, Kimberly enjoys working out, reading, and playing video games.

Howard has over 30 years of clinical experience in spine and extremity musculoskeletal rehabilitation. He is a graduate of UCLA and San Jose State University and possesses a Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology. Howard was one of the founders of STAR Physical Therapy in 1994. He specializes in the design of physical training programs specifically related to orthopedic rehabilitation and preparation for rigorous outdoor activities. He is certified as a “Rock Doc” for Kinesio taping and RockBlades instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM). For forty years, Howard has been an avid skier, backpacker, mountain biker/cyclist and trail runner. He is also a licensed private pilot. Howard continues to spend as much time as possible with his wife and two daughters enjoying the high mountains and all types of outdoor adventures.

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Dwayne has over 30 years of Healthcare Administration and Management experience. He a native Californian, born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area. He attended the University of California Santa Barbara and San Francisco State University. He has coached youth soccer for over 17 years at various skill levels ranging from recreation leagues, club teams and high school teams. He is an avid Oakland A’s fan and a soccer (real football) fan. In his spare time he loves cooking, hiking, coaching and a good sci-fi book.

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Stephanie is the Office and Insurance Administrator for STAR Physical Therapy. She has over 18 years of medical office experience and is an expert in physical therapy benefits for private, worker’s compensation, and Medicare insurance plans. She will be happy to assist you with any scheduling or insurance questions you may have. In her spare time, Stephanie enjoys spending time with her two grandchildren, family, friends and RVing with her husband.

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Veronica graduated from San Francisco State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology with an emphasis in social and cultural anthropology. She grew up in the East Bay and just recently moved to Redwood City. In her free time, Veronica enjoys spending time with her daughter, hiking, cooking, and going to the beach.