Diego Gatica, P.T., D.P.T.

I emphasize the "care" portion of health care is crucial to a positive rehabilitation experience, which is why we will spend some time answering any questions you may have about the rehab process. A compassionate approach and evidence-based rehab interventions will be utilized to deliver the most individualistic and well-rounded treatment methods possible.

Raised by loving parents who came to this country from Guatemala and Colombia, hard work and compassion have been instilled in my upbringing as I live the American dream. I have a pet tortoise named Shelldon who has been with me throughout the post-graduate portion of my academic career, and he goes everywhere I go. I enjoy all sports with an emphasis on the NFL (go Chargers!) and try to keep up with all the latest and greatest news inside and outside of the medical field. When I'm not at work, you can find me at Phoenix Park, hiking a local trail, hitting the gym or simply reading a book on the balcony with Shelldon.

Education

• Associate's degree, General Studies, Montgomery College
• Bachelor's degree, Kinesiology, University of Maryland-College Park
• Doctorate degree, Physical Therapy, Plymouth State University

Certifications

• Champion Performance Specialist, Advanced Continuing Education Institute
• Dry Needling for Craniofacial, Cervicothoracic & Upper Extremity, Academy of Spinal Manipulation
• Level I Blood Flow Restriction Training, Smart Tools Plus

• Chronic pain and injuries
• Post-operative rehabilitation (total knee/hip replacement, rotator cuff repair, labral repair arthroscopies)
• Spinal manipulation
• Sports-related injuries
• Work-related injuries