Meet Our Staff

Amanda grew up in Roseville, California until she attended the University of Oregon (Go Ducks!) to continue pursuing her passions by minoring in dance while studying human physiology. After college, she worked as a Registered Yoga Teacher before moving to San Diego to complete her DPT degree. Alongside helping patients remain active while experiencing less pain, she loves to travel, hike, and do yoga.

Amy is a San Diego native. She received her Master of Occupational Therapy degree from the University of Saint Augustine for Health Sciences. Amy has experience working with complex orthopedic cases of the hands, wrists, and elbows, as well as repetitive/cumulative trauma to the upper limbs. She enjoys working with individuals so they can participate more fully in their chosen daily activities. You can find Amy cruising on her bike on the beaches of La Jolla, Pacific Beach, Mission Bay, Sunset Cliffs, or Lake Murray.

Annette is a California native, born and raised in the South Bay. She received a Bachelor’s of Science in Kinesiology from the University of La Verne and Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Chapman University. Annette has a background in outpatient orthopedics, acute care, and pelvic floor physical therapy. In her free time, she enjoys film photography, yoga, and any activity to get her outdoors. 

Ashley grew up in Beaverton, Oregon where she earned her undergraduate degree at Portland State University. She just recently completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Hawaii Pacific University. She recently moved to San Diego, and is eager to explore new hobbies beyond studying. She loves her PNW activities like hiking, visiting breweries, and food carts, and watching the sunset, but during the week she spends most of her free time at the gym.

Austin Shutler, licensed doctor of physical therapy, movement specialist, and yoga instructor living in San Diego California, incorporates a holistic approach to support you on your health and wellness journey. Austin utilizes personal rehab and wellness experience, with an extensive background in athletics, to optimize recovery, prevent injury, and enhance functional performance. He enjoys surfing, yoga, weight training, and outdoor adventures. 

Autumn was born and raised in Sacramento, CA. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology at San Diego State University and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Touro University Nevada. Autumn is passionate about helping patients return to their lifestyle pain-free and without restriction. In her free time, Autumn enjoys staying active, attending trivia events, watching TV shows/movies, and traveling.

Betty graduated from the University of California San Diego with a degree in Physiology and Neuroscience. She obtained her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of California San Francisco. She has experience treating individuals from various backgrounds, but enjoys working with the orthopedic population the most. In her spare time she enjoys playing volleyball and basketball and spending time with her dog.

Carinna grew up locally and participated in a variety of water sports. She attended Azusa Pacific University where she was recruited to play water polo and earned her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. She is passionate about adaptive sports and treating vestibular and orthopedic patients. She continues her water polo career by coaching at a local high school.  When not in the office or on the pool deck, she enjoys hiking, stand-up paddle boarding, and playing board games with her family and friends.

Casey grew up in Coalinga, CA and is new to San Diego. He attended West Hills Coalinga community college where he played football and, from there, transferred to California Lutheran University to continue playing football and receive his B.S. in exercise science. Casey’s experiences in and out of the training room with injuries grew his interest in PT. He completed his doctorate at Hawaii Pacific University in 2024. Some of Casey’s hobbies include working out, watching sports (specifically football), golfing, going to the beach, and trying new foods.

Dana Hazlett hails from San Jose, CA. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Health Sciences from Point Loma Nazarene University and a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in San Marcos, CA. His professional interests include chronic pain, spine, and sports rehab. His passion is helping people live pain free lives. In his free time, Dana enjoys volleyball, strength training, and yoga.

A SoCal native, Diego earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in 2021. Before becoming a physical therapist, Diego had an extensive career as a professional dancer, choreographer, and college professor. Integrating his studies in biomechanics and functional movement with his background in dance, classical Pilates, and Iyengar Yoga, Diego emphasizes a whole-body approach to healing and learning how to move with greater ease and body awareness, no matter your pursuits or background.  Diego is well versed in the needs of dancers and is a member of the International Association for Dance Medicine and Science (IADMS) and committed to staying up to date with current thoughts in dance medicine and helping student and professional dancers dance longer and more confidently. He enjoys streaming movies and shows, hanging out at local coffee shops and breweries, and staying fit with various activities including surfing, climbing, hiking, weightlifting, and dancing.