Dr. Andrew Merritt is a medical doctor and a diplomate of the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (DABPMR). Over the last 25 years, he has specialized in interventional spine care, orthopedic medicine, nonsurgical joint care, sports and senior musculoskeletal conservative management. He also has extensive history of tre
Dr. Andrew Merritt is a medical doctor and a diplomate of the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (DABPMR). Over the last 25 years, he has specialized in interventional spine care, orthopedic medicine, nonsurgical joint care, sports and senior musculoskeletal conservative management. He also has extensive history of treating pre/post orthopedic and neurosurgical patients and has acted as the Sports Medicine Physician for athletes at Irvine Valley College for the last five years. He is widely recognized for precise diagnoses and individually designed treatment programs including pain management, adjunctive medication, joint and soft tissue interventions including PRP, prolotherapy, electrodiagnostic medicine and interdisciplinary treatment protocols individually designed to meet each patient’s needs. Furthermore, having trained with the International Spinal Injection Society (ISIS), Dr. Merritt is an expert in the latest interventional spine techniques. Dr. Merritt will be able to evaluate your unique clinical condition to see if these newer interventions are clinically indicated to assist in your recovery.
Patrick Le, MPT, OCS, CSCS is the owner and director of Premiere Physical Therapy and has worked in outpatient orthopaedics throughout Orange County since 2000. Patrick graduated from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, CA, receiving the Physical Therapy faculty award for excellence in all aspects of the program. He has comp
Patrick Le, MPT, OCS, CSCS is the owner and director of Premiere Physical Therapy and has worked in outpatient orthopaedics throughout Orange County since 2000. Patrick graduated from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, CA, receiving the Physical Therapy faculty award for excellence in all aspects of the program. He has completed various post graduate courses emphasizing orthopaedic rehab, sports medicine, specialized taping, aquatic exercise, and manual therapy. Patrick received his certification as an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) which is governed by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) to demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills in specialty areas. In addition, he is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and has also received the Aquatic Therapy Rehabilitation Industry Certification (ATRIC).
John Brouwers, PTA, CMT, TPI is a licensed physical therapy assistant. John was born and raised in Southern California and gained interest in the field of physical rehabilitation after spending time in athletic training rooms. After receiving his certificate as a Certified Massage Therapist, he continued his education at Cal St. Universi
John Brouwers, PTA, CMT, TPI is a licensed physical therapy assistant. John was born and raised in Southern California and gained interest in the field of physical rehabilitation after spending time in athletic training rooms. After receiving his certificate as a Certified Massage Therapist, he continued his education at Cal St. University Northridge and majored in Kinesiology/Exercise Science. John continued his pursuit and has been certified by Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) as a golf fitness instructor ((www.mytpi.com ). He then became a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant, attending the Cerritos College Physical Therapy Assistant Program, and graduated with academic honors and awards for clinical excellence.
John has worked in Physical Therapy for well over a decade and worked in Convalescent Hospitals, Neuro-Rehabilitation, Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, and Pain Management. He takes great pride in empowering and educating patients how to maintain their own bodies. In his free time, John enjoys playing ice hockey, golf, camping, working on home or car projects, and spending time with his wife, son, and dog.
Steve Rhyan, MS, PA-C, CSCS-D is a licensed physician assistant with decades of clinical experience in orthopedic medicine, musculoskeletal medicine, pain management and is a regional expert in regenerative care. He has spent the last decade honing his skills with the application of PRP(platelet rich plasma). His clinical interest has bee
Steve Rhyan, MS, PA-C, CSCS-D is a licensed physician assistant with decades of clinical experience in orthopedic medicine, musculoskeletal medicine, pain management and is a regional expert in regenerative care. He has spent the last decade honing his skills with the application of PRP(platelet rich plasma). His clinical interest has been the application of PRP in the treatment of chronic ligament/tendon and joint issues.
Steve, also has an extensive background in exercise physiology and has worked with local sports teams throughout Orange and San Diego Counties.
Over the span of his career, Steve has worked in prestigious
orthopedic and pain management clinics and has extensive experience with athletic training.
He has published multiple articles in the field of strength and conditioning and remains passionate about fitness and health. When he is not assisting Dr Merritt in the clinic he can be found working out on the beach, surfing or training others. On NFL Sunday he will be tuned into the Green Bay Packers, where his son plays professional football.
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