Arash Maghsoodi received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Southern California. For his undergraduate studies, he attended San Diego State University and studied Kinesiology. After sustaining a career-ending ankle sprain while playing collegiate soccer, he realized how disabling and life-altering injuries can be.

Arash currently resides in beautiful Santa Monica, California. His clinical experience is primarily in the orthopedic and sports setting. He has treated a wide variety of conditions ranging from the post-operative individual to the professional athlete.

Arash is keeping the family legacy of becoming a physical therapist, as his mother is a practicing clinician of 30 years in the Orange County area.

Craig is a South Jersey native & Penn State Kinesiology Alumni. When the opportunity came, Craig packed his bags and drove to California to pursue his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Southern California.

With [P]rehab, Craig oversees all digital content creation and multi-channel publication that reaches millions of people on a weekly basis. As a PT, Craig has a wide array of experience from working with various neurological conditions to working with collegiate & professional athletes across the Big Five in North American sports. Experiencing physical therapy first-hand as a soccer player in high school, Craig has a passion & special interest in adolescent athletic development working with young athletes to overcome injuries.

In his spare time, Craig enjoys exercising, playing golfing, hiking, traveling, watching Philly sports, and spending quality time with his family.

Michael was born and raised in Northern California but now currently resides in Sunny SoCal ever since attending the University of California, Los Angeles as an undergraduate majoring in physiology. After his undergraduate studies, he received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from cross-town rival the University of Southern California.

As a licensed physical therapist with a strong background in strength and conditioning, Michael likes to blend the realms of strength training and rehabilitation to provide prehab, or preventative rehabilitation, to his patients.

A common human behavior is to address problems after they become an issue and far often too late, which is a reactionary approach. He believes the key to improved health care is education and awareness. This proactive approach-prehab-can reduce the risk of injuries and pain in the first place.

He is a huge proponent of movement education and pain science. Clinically, he has a special interest in ACLR rehab and return to sport for the lower extremity athlete.

Adelle is an LA native through and through – so no surprise she stayed in sunny SoCal for her graduate career. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from University of Southern California and has been practicing in LA ever since. She has extensive experience in sports and orthopedic settings, treating recreational athletes of all ages and helping them get back on the field (or back into the gym!) through her focus on functional movement and corrective exercise techniques.

Adelle has continued to expand her skillset and thirst for growth by getting certified in Pilates, taking doctoral students & new graduates under her wing as a clinical instructor and mentor, and receiving her Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Certification (CSCS) to further develop her passion of bridging the gap between rehabilitation and performance!

As a clinician, Adelle takes a proactive and personalized approach to help guide and empower her clients and get them back to living their best lives! Because PT isn’t just physical – It’s personal.

Meet Albin, a dynamic web developer who embarked on his professional journey in the captivating realm of web development in the mid-2015. With a year-long educational program as his launchpad, Albin quickly transitioned to working on real projects, fueled by his innate desire to empower individuals and witness their growth.

Throughout his career, Albin has had the privilege of collaborating with diverse clients and projects of varying sizes, cultivating a wealth of experience in project architecture, organization, project management, and development.

Albin’s expertise extends beyond development, as he possesses a keen understanding of SEO optimization. With a genuine commitment to his clients’ success, he not only optimizes their websites but also provides invaluable guidance on effectively managing this crucial aspect.

In his leisure time, Albin finds solace in the company of his beloved family. They share a mutual love for travel, embarking on enchanting journeys and relishing the serenity of mountains. Whether it’s indulging in leisurely walks or engaging in spirited games, Albin cherishes these moments spent together.

Born in Bosnia, then raised in South Pasadena, Dorian Saint-Danic has held a lifelong passion for fitness and sports. Dorian played basketball and water polo at the high school and collegiate level, graduating with his B.S. in Kinesiology & Exercise Science from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in 2012.

His own sports injuries introduced him to the world of rehabilitative medicine, paving the path to his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of California San Francisco in 2016. In 2017, he completed the University of Southern California Orthopedic Residency and became a board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. Dorian has had extensive experience working with athletes of all backgrounds, from adolescents to professionals.

Integrating strength and conditioning principles as well as pain science education, Dorian works collaboratively with clients to rehabilitate injury and establish resilience to future episodes. Using performance metrics, clients can expect consistent feedback on where they are and where they want to be. Dorian’s clinical and research interests focus on ACL injury and youth athlete development.

Outside of the clinic, Dorian enjoys playing basketball, deep dives into music discovery, and writing poetry.

John is a native of Rochester, MN and a double graduate of Saint Louis University, where he studied marketing and exercise science prior to earning his DPT.

Always up for an adventure, John traveled to Boston following graduation to intern at Champion PT and Performance. There he was able to work with high level high school, college, and professional athletes. Following this experience, he headed south to pursue orthopedic residency training in Houston, TX at Harris Health System, working with a largely underserved and non english speaking population.

John’s treatment philosophy hinges on empowering movement through extensive education and easy to replicate exercises, as well as meeting patients where they are. This perspective is shaped by his personal experiences, including five broken bones and two surgeries, during a multi-sport childhood filled with lots of activity and adventure.

Outside of work, you can find John cycling, attending concerts/festivals, hiking, and traveling!

Kinsey was born and raised in Toronto, Canada and attended Wilfrid Laurier University for her undergraduate degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing.

She grew up participating in dance at a competitive level which instilled her interest in fitness and health. After her undergraduate studies, she began working with healthcare providers on digital marketing strategy, content creation and social media management.

With The Prehab Guys, she’s been able to merge her interests of marketing and fitness/health to put out content for the [P]rehab family. In her spare time, she likes to travel, go to F45 and hang out by the waterfront in Toronto.

Kirsten is a passionate visual storyteller with a strong foundation in both photography and videography. Originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, she moved to California at 22 to explore a career in the music industry, performing in the vibrant club scene for several years. In 2012, Kirsten began traveling the world, capturing its beauty through her lens. Her journey in professional photography took off in early 2018 when she acquired her first professional camera and landed her first project, seamlessly blending her love for yoga, travel, and photography.

With years of freelance experience, Kirsten has contributed to a wide range of projects, working with brands and events to create dynamic content, including sizzle reels, mini-documentaries, and a television pilot. Driven by a genuine love for connecting with people and sharing their unique stories, Kirsten is committed to empowering businesses and individuals through impactful visual content. She believes her purpose lies in helping others grow and thrive through the stories she tells.

Dr. Lauren Lynass is a Colorado girl at heart. While she grew up skiing, snowshoeing, and building snowman, she has traded in her snowy mountains for California beach life and currently lives with her husband and dog in their travel trailer, “The Burrito.” As a physical therapist, Lauren has experience working with pediatrics, runners, geriatrics, athletes, and itty bitty newborns.

She is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Level 1 Running Gait Analyst, Dry Needling Certified, and uses her expertise to host sport specific strength and conditioning classes for local high school athletes.

When Lauren isn’t treating patients, you can find her running along the Cali coast, hiking with the pup and husband, or simply swinging in a hammock lost in a good book. She considers herself a life long learner and loves that being a physical therapist provides her with the opportunity to do so! She enjoys being a part of the [P]rehab Team as it allows her to collaborate with some of the very best in the fields and empower others to take charge of their well-being.

Dr. Lyndsay Provencio graduated from Colorado State University with a BS in Health and Exercise Science and a concentration in Sports Medicine. After multiple personal sports related injuries and discovering a passion for healing through movement, Lyndsay attended Creighton University to receive her Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
An avid runner herself, she has a particular interest in working with high school, recreational and elite endurance athletes and has undergone specialty training in pelvic floor rehabilitation to better serve her clientele. Through this specialty training, she has acquired a Certificate of Achievement in Pelvic Health Physical Therapy through the American Physical Therapy Association. Additionally, Lyndsay is BSPTS C2 certified in scoliosis specific exercise and has found a niche working with adolescents with scoliosis to improve overall spinal health.

No, you’re not seeing double! Lyndsay is an identical twin to Lauren Lynass, one of our [P]rehab rockstars. A native to Colorado, Lyndsay is an adventure seeker who loves to hike, camp, and race her twin sister on the mountain trails. When the Portland rain hits, you can find her curled up with a good book and a cup of tea.

Mark Ferrer is a seasoned technology leader with 17+ years of experience in software engineering, including 12 years in leadership roles. Throughout his career, Mark has been a director and CTO of four venture backed consumer and B2B companies, contributing significantly to their success. Notably, he has been a technology leader in two startups that were acquired, underscoring his ability to build valuable and scalable technology solutions and teams.

Mark’s industry experience is diverse, spanning adtech, e-commerce, social media, fintech, and foodtech. His ability to adapt and excel in different industries highlights his industry-agnostic approach. He has a proven track record of building engineering teams from the ground up and transforming small teams into larger high-performing organizations. With a deep commitment to technological excellence and innovation, he continues to strive to make a significant impact in the tech industry.

On his free time, he enjoys spending time on various hobbies including photography, drinking boba milk tea, and an unhealthy obsession with mechanical keyboards.

Monica was born and raised as an Armenian-American in Los Angeles. She returned to practice as a licensed clinician after completing her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Duke University in Durham, NC. During her time in Durham she became interested in public health and recently earned her Master in Public Health degree from the University of North Carolina. With her combined DPT and MPH training, she recognizes the different pillars of health that influence quality of life outside of the physical realm.
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As a PT and former rhythmic gymnast, she’s worked extensively with patients in the orthopedic setting, as well as dancers and gymnasts from other disciplines. Her full body, patient-centered approach to injuries ensures all grounds are covered to create a comprehensive plan of care that will allow her patients to return to their sports, hobbies, and other activities. Monica’s goal is to build self-efficacy and empower her patients through education and strengthening.
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Outside the clinic, Monica enjoys going to the beach (big California girl), powerlifting, and cooking new dishes!

Taryn was born and raised in Maine and still resides there with her boyfriend and son. Taryn received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Husson University in 2010, and also carries a Bachelors in Kinesiology and Human Movement Science.

She is a Certified Lymphedema Therapist, a Certified Crossfit Level 1 Trainer, and a NASM Certified Nutrition Coach. Taryn has 10+ years of experience in many different realms of PT, from the young athlete to the geriatric patient. Taryn considers herself a ‘lifelong learner’.

She has special interests in oncology care and breast health, dry needling, and Crossfit training. In her free time, Taryn enjoys fitness, spending time with her family, continuing education, writing and reading, and is very excited to be a part of The [P]rehab team to educate and empower others to take control of their own health and wellness.

Tommy Mandala is currently a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports from New York City, where he specializes in ACL Rehab. Prior to that he trained as a sports resident at the University of Delaware working with the ACL researchers in the field.

He has additional experience working with the Philadelphia 76’ers NBA G-league affiliate, the Delaware Blue Coats. His experiences have given him a passion and expertise for treating patients struggling with ACL Rehab.

One of his favorite aspects of his job is empowering patients to return to sports with full confidence in their knee after ACL Reconstruction.

Vanessa, a Cali native, born and raised in the heart of South Central LA. Her main profession has been working in sales as well as customer support for over 8 years. Attending to peoples needs and successfully making them happy brings her great joy. To Vanessa nothing is better than a smile on a satisfied customer face. Vanessa has also, amongst other accolades, has achieved her Degree In Medical Billing and strives to become a nurse for one of her goals set on her vision board. Amongst the other goals set, her greatest goal is becoming a Physical Therapist, to aid those in need and be that change, hope, and joy in patients lives. When Vanessa has some free time away from work, she enjoys being a full time mother to her wonderful daughter who has excellent learning skills and is a bundle of joy. She also loves family orientation, where she cooks full course meals for her family and loved ones to enjoy. During Vanessa’s alone time, when she has some for herself, she goes on hikes to not only get a good workout but to also enjoy nature and reflect on life.