Doug graduated from the University of Miami with a Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy in 1993. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of California at Davis in Physiology. He credits his opportunity volunteering with National Handicapped Sports in California and Florida with starting his interest in the field of physical therapy. Doug is a Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist by Maitland - Australia Physiotherapy Seminars and a Certified McKenzie Method Provider of Mechanical Diagnosis & Treatment by the McKenzie Institute USA. He utilizes these and multiple other manual therapy techniques in his practice. Doug is also a Certified Dry Needling Practitioner through MyoPain Institute allowing him to treat trigger points and other musculoskelatal problems. Having a father who was an orthopedic surgeon, Doug started his career in the acute care setting working inpatient physical therapy. Having worked in various settings he understands the challenges patients may experience in their rehabilitation.