408.979.2300
1530 Meridian Avenue,
Suite 150
San Jose, CA 95125
Meet Your Team
Los Gatos Team
Paul Christensen - DPT, OCS, ATC, FAAOMPT
Paul received his Masters degree from the University of Southern California in 1979 and a Doctorate in physical therapy in 2000. He is Board Certified as an Orthopedic Physical Therapist, an Athletic Trainer, an Orthopedic Manual Therapist and a Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and is a Fellow in the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy. He has taught courses nationally and internationally regarding rehabilitation programs using manual therapy and exercise. He has been in private practice since 1980 and was one of the first sports therapists in the Bay area.
Harold Benich - MPT, OCS, Certified Pilates Practitioner
Harold graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from California State University at Fresno in 1992 and received a Master of Physical Therapy degree in 1994. In 1999, he completed a one year Australian approach orthopedic manual therapy program in Santa Cruz, CA, with John Seivert PT, GDMT. He became a certified Practitioner of Pilates for Rehabilitation in 2001. In 2002, Harry was certified as an Orthopedic Specialist. He has practiced physical therapy at OPTM since 2000.
Kevin Vandi - DPT
Kevin graduated summa cum laude from Northeastern University in 2006 and then received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2008. He was a teaching assistant for anatomy. His interest is in the field of shoulder rehabilitation and sports therapy. He is currently pursuing certification in manual therapy and as an Orthopedic Specialist. He is an outdoor enthusiast and loves Boston’s sports teams.
Stephanie Stewart - DPT
Stephanie graduated from Cal Poly in 2007 with a degree in Kinesiology and minor in Gerontology. She completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree in 2009 from University of the Pacific in Stockton. She plans to complete a long term manual therapy course and become an Orthopedic Certified Specialist. She enjoys the outdoors and is excited to explore the Los Gatos community.
Ellen McCullough - DPT
Ellen received her Bachelor of Science degree from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo in 1981 and a doctorate in Physical Therapy from Samuel Merritt University in 2009 where she was the recipient of the Peter Edgelow award for Clinical Excellence. She is certified through the American College of Sports Medicine as a fitness specialist and is a certified Pilates Trainer. She operated a Pilates business for 9 years in England prior to moving back to the Bay Area in 2005. She is an outdoor enthusiast and enjoys hiking, running and skiing with her 3 sons.
Sepi Nikbakht - DPT
Sepi graduated from California State University, Fullerton in 2006 with a BS in Kinesiology. She completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree in 2010 from Chapman University. She competed in synchronized swimming for ten years with the Santa Clara Aquamaids and won 10 national championships and represented the United States winning 1st place in France at the French Open. She currently coaches with the Santa Clara Aquamaids and provides wellness and injury prevention consulting for the athletes and coaches. She plans to complete a long term manual therapy course and become an Orthopedic Certified Specialist. She enjoys all activities and loves the water.
Our Willow Glen Team
Luc Nguyen - DPT, OCS
Luc graduated from San Jose State University and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology in 2003. He received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Chapman University in 2006. Luc completed a one year manual therapy course through Folsom Physical Therapy in 2008. In 2009 he became an Orthopedic Certified Specialist.
Adriana Ramirez - PT
Adriana graduated from the Universidad Nacional de Colombia with a degree equivalent to a Masters in Physical Therapy in 1997. She was in private practice in Colombia, where she specialized in the treatment of orthopedic and neurological disorders. She was certified in Acupuncture in Colombia and effectively integrated it into her physical therapy care. She is bilingual in Spanish and English.
Gina Basuino - DPT
Gina graduated from San Jose State University with a degree in Aeronautics. After serving 8 years in the United States Air Force, she resigned her commission to pursue a degree in physical therapy. She received her Masters degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Pacific in 2004, and went on to receive her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Marymount University in 2008. She is interested on working on Women’s health issues and is currently pursing a specialty certification in Pregnancy and Postpartum physical therapy. She has worked in the field of orthopedics since 2004.
Tiffany Jones - DPT
Tiffany received her Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Carleton College in Northfield, MN in 2007 and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences in 2010. Her interests are in orthopedic rehabilitation and nervous system impairments. She enjoys Yoga, Pilates and choreographed dancing.
