Our Staff

Dang teamed up with PT Hawaii in 2017 after finishing an Orthopedic Residency in Murrieta, California. Preceding his residency program, Dang received his clinical doctorate in physical therapy from Loma Linda University in California. Dang brings a diverse background of medical knowledge being a Registered Respiratory Therapist. He is also fluent in English and Vietnamese. Dang uses his advanced training received in his residency to provide patients with excellence in rehabilitation.

Rachael joined PT Hawaii in 2018. She received her clinical doctorate from the University of St. Augustine in 2016 and has experience in outpatient orthopedics and skilled nursing. Rachael received advanced manual therapy training in various spinal mobilization techniques during her coursework at St. Augustine. She enjoys working with diverse patient populations including orthopedic and neurological injuries. She believes that helping patients return to their prior level of function and developing meaningful relationships is the best part of being a therapist.

Jane joined PT Hawaii in 2019 after working in Orange County, California. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from the University of St Augustine in 2016 and has experience in outpatient orthopedics and acute-care hospital. She is fluent in English and Korean, an APTA credentialed clinical instructor, and believes in providing compassionate therapeutic care to help her patients return to their goals.

Dulyawat was born and raised in Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand. He lived there for most of his life until moving to Redlands, California in 2002. Soon after his move, Dulyawat set out to learn the English language and pursue a higher education. He lived with his host family throughout his senior high school and college years. Because of his interests in sports and helping others, he decided to pursue a career in Physical Therapy. He attained his degree in 2009 from the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Loma Linda University. Following graduation, Dulyawat started his first Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) career at AVID Indio. As a PTA, he decided to pursue a higher education in physical therapy, which led to a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2015. With an interest in Orthopedics, Dulyawat completed his residency in the Orthopedic Certified Specialist program at the University of Southern California in 2017. Dulyawat enjoys playing soccer and basketball. He volunteered with AYSO for many years as an assistant coach and a referee. He also loves snowboarding, a variety of foods, especially noodles, as well as spending time with his friends and family.

Linh Banh joined PT Hawaii in late 2021. She received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Pittsburgh in 2017. She was first exposed to the physical therapy profession as an undergraduate at the University of Virginia, where she volunteered at a children's rehabilitation center and realized she had found her dream career. Linh's experience includes working with adults in the inpatient rehab and outpatient orthopedic settings, as well as children from birth to 18 years old-- treating diagnoses including but not limited to cerebral palsy, torticollis, idiopathic toe walking, and developmental delay. She has a passion for connecting with patients through their healing journey to help them achieve their highest functional mobility potential.

Skyler Hilden graduated with his Clinical Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff. He’s passionate about going beyond getting people out of pain and focuses on getting them back to the things they really care about, whether it’s returning to sports, surfing, or even picking up the grandkids again. He enjoys tailoring his exercise techniques to each person's specific needs and goals and tries to make therapy enjoyable as well as effective. Born and raised in Montana, he used to spend his summers as a backpacking guide and now spends his free time surfing, hiking, and lifting when he can.

Tu Yi is born and raised in Taiwan. She attained her bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy in Taiwan and gained clinical experience mostly in aquatic therapy and cardiac rehabilitation. Following graduation, Tu Yi decided to pursue a higher education in physical therapy in the United States, which led to receiving her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2020. In her extracurricular activities, she would attend different sports events, such as regional high school sports games, running marathons, sports medicine conferences, and sports taping to help athletes improve their strength and performance. Tu Yi is also a pursuant of various outdoor activities and sports. Her clinical interests include: orthopedics, sport performances, and manual therapeutic techniques.

Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy – Loma Linda University
Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy – Kaohsiung Medical University

Certification
Herman & Wallace Pelvic Floor Level 1
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

Brandon Graduated from Concordia University, St. Paul, in snowy Minnesota, in May of 2022. His desire to become a physical therapist stemmed from his own personal experience with physical therapy as a college basketball player. The experience was so incredible that he switched career paths from Engineering to Physical Therapy that summer and has never looked back. Brandon has completed clinicals in all styles of physical therapy, with more extensive experience in Neurological, Vestibular, and orthopedic-based conditions. He enjoys helping individuals return from injuries to doing what they love and enjoy. His goal is to give them the tools they need to prevent future injury and prolong their ability to participate in the hobbies that give them joy in life.

Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Concordia University St. Paul
B.A. (Major), Psychology (Minor) - Hamline University

Aureen joined PT Hawaii in early 2023. She received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of South Florida in 2017. As a new grad, she began doing travel PT and has worked in Iowa, Texas, California, Hawaii, Alaska, and Washington. It was during her assignment on the Big Island of Hawaii that she fell in love with the Hawaiian people, food, and culture and decided to move to Oahu. Aureen has worked in various settings during her 5-year travel career, including outpatient orthopedics, aquatic therapy, industrial rehabilitation, transitional care, home health, and acute care. In her free time, she enjoys playing volleyball, hiking, going to the beach, eating, and traveling.

Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - University of South Florida
Bachelor of Science in Biology - University of Florida

Teyanni joined PT Hawaii in 2023. She was born and raised on the island of Kauai and moved to California to achieve her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2023 from the University of St. Augustine. Before PT Hawaii, she has had clinical experience in inpatient and outpatient sports settings to help those able to return to their everyday lives and return to sports such as skiing, hiking, gymnastics, and triathlons. She loves creating new relationships and seeing patients meet their milestones with physical therapy!

Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
B.S. Kinesiology & Rehabilitation Sciences – University of Hawaii at Manoa

Shelby received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona in 2022. She previously worked at an outpatient orthopedic and hand therapy clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. Her journey in physical therapy was inspired by her own successful rehabilitation from sports injuries while growing up in Wyoming. Outside of work, Shelby enjoys volleyball, hiking, golfing, and spending quality time with her family and dog.

Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Midwestern University
B.S. Kinesiology & Health Promotion - University of Wyoming

Certifications
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

Fion joined PT Hawaii in late 2023. Born and raised in Taiwan, she is fluent in English and Mandarin. After earning her bachelor's degree in Taiwan, Fion set her sights on the United States, where she sought to further hone her skills and knowledge in the field of physical therapy. She received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Loma Linda University, California, in 2021. Drawing on a combination of evidence-based practices and a genuine understanding of the demands of various functional activities and sports, Fion strives to enhance patient performance, prevent injuries, and facilitate efficient recovery. Beyond clinical expertise, she is a dedicated advocate for promoting an active lifestyle and empowering individuals to take control of their health. Outside the realm of physical therapy, Fion leads an active and adventurous lifestyle. She finds excitement in activities such as surfing, hiking, and diving during her free time.

Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy – Loma Linda University
Bachelor of Physical Therapy and Assistive Technology- National Yang-Ming University

Certification
Kinetic Control: The Movement Solution Level 1

Kathrine also known as Kitchie. She was a licensed Physical Therapist from the Philippines and came to Hawaii last 2006. She joined PT Hawaii in 2008. Kitchie studied in Philippines with Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and a degree in Special Education. She obtained her licensed since 2011. She is also Certified IASTM provier and Rock tape/Kinesio taping from basic to advance level. Kitchie is fluent in English and Filipino language Tagalog and 3 other dialects Ilocano, Pangasinsense and Kapampangan.

Jenn joined PT Hawaii in 2012. She studied in the Philippines with her Bachelor's degree in Biology and Physical Therapy. She obtained her PTA license in Connecticut since 2010 and work mostly in orthopedic rehabilitation. She is a certified IASTM provider to treat soft tissue injuries. She is fluent in English and Filipino (Visayan) language and enjoys providing specific care to patients so they can regain function and recover from their injuries.

Buddy joined PT Hawaii in 2021. He studied in the Philippines with his Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy. He came to Hawaii back in 2006. He obtained his PTA license in 2015 and has experience in outpatient orthopedic settings for more than 10 years. He is fluent in English and Filipino language Tagalog, Ilocano. He enjoys playing basketball & pickleball. In his free time, he loves to cook and spend time with his friends and family.

Raydan joined the PT Hawaii team as a licensed PTA in 2022. She has been in the sports performance industry since she was a young girl having earned a soccer scholarship to the University of Louisiana at Monroe where she holds a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology since 2010. She received her PTA license from Pima Medical Institute located in Denver, Colorado where she was born and raised. Since practicing here in Hawaii, she's worked with patients in an outpatient and aquatic setting. She is one of six Certified Lymphedema Therapists at PT Hawaii. Raydan enjoys interacting and building relationships in a diverse atmosphere while helping patients return to the activities, they love participating in. In her free time Raydan finds pleasure in staying active by working out at the beach, hiking, playing coed soccer, and dog sitting.