Niraj Hazari, MSPT
Niraj did his undergraduate studies at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo and then received his Masters in Physical Therapy from Washington University in Saint Louis, MO. Niraj takes a holistic approach when treating patients and specializes in manual therapy with an emphasis on muscle energy and myofascial release to improve muscle and movement imbalances. He has an organized and structured method of analyzing the mechanical cause of movement impairment, the contributing factors, and a strategy for management. He uses an “evaluate, treat, re-assess” philosophy on each treatment to determine the proper course of action in achieving maximal results with each patient.
Bethany Gradert, MSPT
Bethany graduated from Washington University School of Medicine in 1999 with a Master of Science degree in physical therapy. She has worked exclusively in the area of pediatrics since 2005 in various inpatient and outpatient settings, including neonatal and pediatric intensive care units and inpatient and outpatient pediatric rehabilitation. Her experience also includes work at Santa Clara County's High Risk Infant Follow-up Clinic and Infant Neurodevelopment Clinic, providing physical therapy services to pre-term, late pre-term, and intrauterine drug-exposed infants from 0-3 years of age. Bethany is trained in Bayley III developmental assessments, pediatric taping, and is certified in pediatric massage. Bethany founded Pinnacle Kidz in 2013 and has been focused on outpatient physical therapy treatment for infants and children, including developmental support and wellness for typically developing children. Despite her extensive clinical experience, Bethany admits that her best teachers have been her own three kids.
Tomoko kioka, DPT
Tomoko Kioka, MSPT, DPT has been in the physical therapy profession for over 28 years. She received an MS degree in Physical Therapy from Andrews University in Michigan and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Arcadia University in Philadelphia. She spent the first 10 years of her career in an acute and subacute rehabilitation setting with a focus on stroke and post-surgical populations. She has specialized in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy for the past 18 years. Tomoko has taken numerous continuing education courses with a focus in NDT, and orthopedic manual therapy to treat specifically spine and extremities. She has also taken courses that consist of a variety of ankle/foot cases and applies corrective exercise for pain, muscle imbalance and impairment of mobility and function. Tomoko emphasizes rehabilitation as a holistic approach through functional evaluation with treatments based on the individual’s lifestyle and needs thus providing a one on one customized therapy. Tomoko is fluent in Japanese.
Jackson Miao, DPT
Jackson graduated from Northwestern University with his Doctor of Physical Therapy and from UC Davis with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Biology. He has experience working in many different settings including inpatient rehab, acute care, and outpatient clinics. Jackson enjoys working with all age groups and has worked with a variety of people ranging from patients with spinal cord injuries and heart transplants to joint replacements and chronic pain. He uses a systematic approach, combining education, soft tissue and joint mobilizations with resistance and strength training to help patients get back to doing the things they love. He not only wants to help you achieve your goals but will also challenge you to surpass them. In his free time, Jackson likes to watch sports, hike, travel, and eat good food. Jackson is also fluent in Cantonese."
Alyson tisthammer, DPT
Aly completed her undergraduate degree in Clinical and Applied Health Sciences with minors in biology and psychology from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa. She then graduated from the University of Minnesota with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She emphasizes an individualized treatment plan to help the patient reach their specific goals. She prioritizes treatments that are supported by research, using exercise as medicine for long-term independent management of conditions as well as manual work including soft tissue and joint mobilization to decrease pain. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, yoga, trying new dairy-free recipes, and traveling.
shaily shah, MSPT
Shaily completed her under graduation from S.B.B. College of Physical Therapy in Gujarat, India. She then completed her Master of Rehabilitation from AIIMS in Gujarat, India. In addition, Shaily has then taken several specialized courses from the University of St. Augustine and continues to enhance her studies through con-ed courses. She has prior experience in aquatic therapy, which has guided her in geriatrics. Currently, Shaily specializes in manual therapy focusing on but not limited to muscle energy, myofascial release, and neurokinetic therapy. She uses a personalized comprehensive approach in helping create a plan of care specific to each patient’s need. Shaily loves spending time with her son, reading, yoga and making desserts. Shaily is also fluent in Gujarati and Hindi.
philip Lam, Physical therapy aide/client account representative
Philip graduated from the University of California, Merced with an undergraduate degree in Human Biology with a minor in Psychology. Philip has experience working in the healthcare setting as both an EMT-B and as a Medical Assistant. He is interested in the Orthopedic field and aspires to become a Physician Assistant. He has experience in joint, long-bone, and spinal immobilizations. Philip is also familiar with medical and trauma assessments. Philip is the engine that keeps Pinnacle running as he is the communication link between the therapists and their patients. In his free time, Philip enjoys running, hiking, and playing tennis.