Credentials:
- Physical Therapist
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Orthopedic Manual Therapist
- Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists
Pronouns: He | Him | His
Year joined MTI Team: 2017
Languages: English and
Conversational Mandarin
About Private: Mike Chen
Mike graduated from Texas Woman’s University in Dallas with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy and joined the MTI Physical Therapy team in Issaquah in 2017 and currently treats patients at MTI’s downtown Seattle location at the Washington Athletic Club. He completed the Orthopedic Manual Therapy Residency program through the Ola Grimsby Institute in 2019 and completed the Manual Therapy Fellowship training program in 2020.
Mike developed a strong appreciation for physical therapy as an Army officer, when he saw how physical therapists not only rehabilitate those suffering from injuries, but also enhanced performance and better prepared people for intense physical activities. Mike worked as a strength and conditioning coach before attending physical therapy school and is passionate about incorporating functional strength training when working with his patients to help them return to their activities and to enhance their performance.
In his free time, Mike enjoys road cycling, rock climbing, skiing/snowboarding and all the other outdoor adventures that the Pacific Northwest has to offer.
Education
- Fellowship in Orthopedic Manual Therapy, Ola Grimsby Institute, Seattle, WA (2019)
- Residency in Orthopedic Manual Therapy, Ola Grimsby Institute, Seattle, WA (2018)
- Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Texas Woman’s University, Dallas, TX (2017)
- Bachelor of Science in Sociology, United States Military Academy, West Point, NY (2007)
Professional Affiliations
- Member - American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT)
- Member - Physical Therapy Association of Washingtion (PTWA)
- Member - American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
- Orthopedic Section
Favorites
- Sports: Backcountry skiing / snowboarding and road cycling / bikepacking
Credentials
- PT - Physical Therapist
- DPT - Doctor of Physical Therapy
- OMT - Orthopedic Manual Therapist
- FAAOMPT - Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy
Certifications / Additional Training
- Owen's Recovery Certified Blood Flow Restriction Training Practitioner
- Spinal Manipulation Endorsement
Offering Telehealth?
- Yes