Physical Therapy Encinitas, CA

Encinitas

1004 N El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024

Phone: (760) 632-6942

Fax: (760) 632-6819

Hours:
Monday-Friday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

North County’s Premier Physical Therapy Practice Since 1994
Encinitas Staff

Summer Somple Pountney, PT, DPT

  • Director of Aquatic Therapy
  • Doctor Of Physical Therapy, MSMC 2006
  • Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) (APTA)
  • Waterworks

Specializing in sports medicine, orthopedics, wellness & prevention.

Kai Somple Marcus, PT, DPT

  • Director of Aquatic Therapy
  • Doctor Of Physical Therapy, MSMC 2006
  • Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)(APTA)
  • Waterworks

Specializes in orthopedic injuries with an emphasis in sports related injuries, as well as practicing aquatic therapy.

Paul D. Gaspar, PT, DPT

  • Doctor Of Physical Therapy, USC 1992
  • President/Founder of Gaspar Physical Therapy
  • Cardiac Certified Specialist (CCS) (APTA)
  • Carlsbad - El Camino Real, Encinitas
  • Director of Cardiopulmonary Program

Dr. Gaspar is the co-author of a textbook chapter in a clinical textbook on cardiovascular disease PT and primary investigator, for two orthopaedic research studies. He also developed California Physical Therapy Association standards for practice excellence.

Jake Martin, PT, DPT, OCS

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of St. Augustine 2016
  • Biology Degree, Ohio University, 2013
  • Clinical Director - Encinitas

Specializing in manual physical therapy treatment of the neck, spine, and pelvis. He also specializes in vestibular rehabilitation, post concussive rehabilitation, as well as return to sport activities.

I am a clinic director at our Gaspar Encinitas location. I have been with Gaspar since 2016 when I graduated from St. Augustine in San Marcos. I went on to become Board certified in Orthopedics in 2018. I performed my undergraduate coursework in Biology Pre-PhysicalTherapy at Ohio University and graduated in 2013. I believe in a comprehensive treatment approach blending manual therapy, therapeutic exercise,and the latest technologies for diagnosis and intervention. I specialize in vestibular rehabilitation, post concussive rehabilitation, and return to sport activities. I continue to pursue continuing education courses in all of these disciplines. I am comfortable treating all body regions but especially enjoy lumbopelvic and shoulder rehab. I have four awesome girls at home, my wife Amy, my two daughters Ruby and Evie, and our cat Clementine. When I am not spending time with my family I enjoy golfing, weight lifting, and Muay Thai kickboxing.

Aeriel Caraglio, PT, DPT, PRPC

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy at University of St Augustine 2019
  • Bachelor of Arts of Human Physiology at University of Colorado - Boulder 2016
  • 200 Hour Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher
  • Advanced training in treating pelvic floor dysfunction, pregnancy and post-partum rehabilitation
  • Most well known and relevant Courses: Herman and Wallace level 1, 2 A, 2B, capstone, and their pregnancy course. Many other courses were completed.
  • Completed Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification
  • Clinical Director - Encinitas

Specializing in treatment of men, women, and pediatric pelvic floor dysfunctions, as well as pre-natal and post-partom care

Aeriel has skill and experience in treating musculoskeletal injuries, general orthopedics, and injury prevention. With a passion for holistic wellness, Aeriel integrates her expertise in pelvic floor therapy with a background in teaching yoga. She strives to empower individuals to achieve optimal physical well-being through personalized mindful movement.

Eddie Lara, Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)

  • Bachelor's in Athletic Training, San Diego State University Exercise and Nutritional Sciences Department 2012
Eddie is a San Diego native who graduated in 2012 from San Diego State in the Exercise and Nutritional Sciences department, receiving his degree in Athletic Training. Eddie has worked in numerous San Diego fields of sports medicine, from professional (San Diego Chargers & San Diego Sockers) to high school sports (Cathedral Catholic & San Dieguito Academy). With years of experience, he has developed and executed rehab protocols among multiple levels of play. He treats the whole athlete while focusing on their unique injury and provides the best option(s) to recover quickly and return safely to the field of competition.

Kyler Sugiyama, PT, DPT

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 2021.
  • B.S. Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Hawaii at Manoa 2015.
  • Encinitas

Special interest in general orthopedics, golf rehabilitation, and TMJ Disorders.

Susan Sange, PT, DPT

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy, San Diego State University 2022
  • Bachelor of Arts from UCLA 1996
  • Certified with National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Nutrition Coach with Apex Nutrition

Specializes in orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, and post-COVID syndrome

Katherine Monterroso, PTA

  • Physical Therapist Assistant Program, Pima Medical Institute, San Marcos 2022
  • Bachelor of Science: Exercise Science Applied Kinesiology, Rutgers University 2015
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Certified Yoga Teacher 200 Hour

Specializes in treating musculoskeletal injuries and general orthopedics

Mario Edwards, PT, DPT

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy at South College 2024
  • Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with emphasis in Exercise Science at Boise State University 2020

Specializes in orthopedics and cardiac rehabilitation

Courtney Durmer, PTA

  • Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Pima Medical Institute San Marcos 2024
  • Bachelor of Arts in Athletic Training from Point Loma Nazarene University 2018
  • Certified Athletic Trainer

Specializes in treating musculoskeletal injuries and general orthopedics.

David Brick, PT, DPT

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy, Chapman University 2016
  • Kinesiology Degree, SDSU 2013
David is a San Diego native growing up in north county participating in competitive swim, waterpolo, and baseball. He attended SDSU for his degree in kinesiology and continued his athletic career participating in triathlons, rock climbing, and weight lifting. He completed his DPT program from Chapman in 2016 and has been in outpatient orthopedics since. He specializes in post operative care, and sports injury and prevention; with particular interest in shoulders, knees, and spine. He took up golfing recently, and continues to try and find time to get out and play.

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