Education:
- Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT), The University of Texas at El Paso
- Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, New Mexico State University
Professional Experience:
Steven is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with clinical experience in outpatient orthopedics, sports rehabilitation, and inpatient neurorehabilitation. Throughout his clinical education, he has worked with a diverse range of patients, including athletes and individuals recovering from surgery, injury, and other musculoskeletal conditions. His clinical experience included developing progressive rehabilitation programs, performing movement and strength assessments, and utilizing evidence-based interventions such as therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and neuromuscular re-education. He has also gained experience with return-to-sport testing and performance based rehabilitation.
Approach to Care:
Steven takes a patient centered approach to physical therapy. He believes in developing individualized treatment plans based on each patient’s goals, movement limitations, and functional needs. His approach combines patient education, therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, neuromuscular training, and progressive strengthening to help patients build confidence and return to the activities they enjoy.
Personal Interests:
Steven has dislocated his right shoulder and both of his knees while playing sports. He also has a twin sister who is 30 minutes older than him