Lyle Andersen, PT, BS, CWCE (Certified Work Capacity Evaluator)

Lyle graduated from Loma Linda University in 1969. He started his career at Memorial Hospitals Association in Modesto, California as a Director of Physical Therapy until 1996. In 1977, he became co-owner of Andersen and Baim Physical Therapy, which later became Andersen Physical Therapy in 2006. Lyle obtained his certification of Work Capacity Evaluator (CWCE) in 1998 and, as a result, specializes in occupational injury and prevention. He manages programs with connections to local industries. Programs include: On-Site Ergonomic Evaluation, Pre-Work Testing, and Functional Capacity Evaluations.

Jon Andersen, PT,DPT,OCS,FAAOMPT(Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist)

Jon graduated from Loma Linda University in 2006 with his Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy. Jon completed his doctoral dissertation while studying shoulder mechanics on minor league (AAA) L.A. Dodgers pitchers and catchers, prior to joining Andersen Physical Therapy. Jon’s emphasis in physical therapy has been in outpatient orthopaedics and vestibular rehabilitation. In 2008, he became board certified as an orthopaedic clinical specialist (OCS) and later completed a fellowship in orthopaedic manual physical therapy (FAAOMPT) from Regis University in Denver,Colorado.

James Andersen, PTA, CEAS (Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist)

James began his physical therapy career in 1987 as an Aide with Memorial Hospital. He later attended Pacific Union College and soon thereafter obtained his Physical Therapy Assistant license in 1994. James spent a large portion of his career in acute physical therapy with Memorial Hospital South and North, where he focused his skills on working with neurological and orthopedic patients. He later joined Andersen Physical Therapy in 2002 where he became clinic specialist in Ergonomic and Post-Offer Pre-Employment Testing. James is currently interested in pursuing his knowledge base in Ergonomic physical therapy.

Sherilyn Andersen, PT, MSPT

Sheri graduated from Andrews University in 1996 with her Masters Degree in Physical Therapy. Sheri's professional emphasis has focused on neurological and acute orthopedic conditions. She has completed coursework in geriatric rehab and the NDT approach to neurological disorders. Her current interest includes hand rehabilitation, where she is working alongside Jolene Anderson, OTR/L, CHT.

Antoinette Cope, PT, BS, ICLM (Certified in Lymphedema Management)

Antoinette graduated from Fresno State University in 1989 with a Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy. The majority of her work history has been with Memorial Hospital specializing in acute care, skilled nursing, and outpatient care. Antoinette joined the Andersen Physical Therapy team in 2005, and has been an asset to the success of the facility. Antoinette has completed extensive coursework in the Leduc Method of Lymphedema Management and is currently on the Stanford Medical list of certified lymphedema therapists. In addition to lymphedema, she also specializes in the Edgelow approach to Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.

Kristina Gibson PT, DPT

Kristina graduated from Fresno State University in 2008 with her Bachelors Degree in Health Science and later completed her Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from University of the Pacific in 2010. Kristina’s passion is outpatient orthopaedics and plans to pursue further specialization in the future.

Jolene Anderson, OTR/L, CHT (Certified Hand Therapist)

Jolene earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from Loma Linda University in 1976. Her professional growth parallels the growth of the field of Hand Therapy. She has been a member of the American Society of Hand Therapists since 1979 and a Certified Hand Therapist since 1993. Through fieldwork supervision, classroom didactic presentations and lab courses, Jolene has educated students and therapists both here and abroad in hand therapy protocols and splinting techniques. Her enthusiasm to teach carries over into her patient care.

Lisa Fountain, PTA, BS

Lisa graduated from Stanislaus State University with a Bachelors Degree in Biological Studies in 1995. She later obtained her Physical Therapist Assistant license in 1996. Lisa specializes in hand rehabilitation and general orthopedics related to the field of physical therapy. Additionally, Lisa is well trained and proficient in all testing related to Post-Offer Pre-Employment and Ergonomic Evaluations.

Lori Wade, PTA, BS

Lori graduated from the University of Pacific in 1995 with a Bachelors Degree in Sports Science. She obtained her Physical Therapy Assistant license and has been working for Andersen Physical Therapy alongside Jolene Anderson, OTR/L, CHT in Hand Rehabilitation. Lori has assisted in the hand clinic since 1999 and has gained a vast knowledge base pertaining to all forms of hand rehabilitation. She is also proficient in general orthopedic rehabilitation and Post-Offer Pre-Employment Testing.

Kathie Pardini, PT/OT Aide, CMA

Kathie has worked within the field of Outpatient Physical Therapy since 1997 as a physical therapy aide. She also attended college for her Medical Assistant certificate prior to working in physical therapy. Kathie is also D.O.T. certified as a drug screen administrator.

Shannon Catalano, PT Aide, BS

Shannon graduated from the University of the Pacific with a Bachelor's degree in Sports Sciences in May of 2005. During her tenure at UOP, Shannon was an NCAA Division I Athlete on the women's collegiate swimming national team for four years. Her accomplishments include gold and silver medals at the 2003 World University Games in South Korea. Shannon previously held the world record in the 50 Meter Butterfly with a time of 27.11 seconds.

Chris Rivera, PT Aide

Chris has attended Modesto Junior College and currently University of the Pacific in a pursuit to earn a degree in Physical Therapy. Chris has experience working as a PT Aide in both acute and outpatient settings.

Danielle Handly, PT/OT Aide

Danielle graduated from North Country Community College in 2004 with an Associate’s Degree in Health and Human Sciences. Most recently, she graduated with honors from Kaplan College in 2010 with a Therapeutic Health Technician Certificate. She is also a certified drug screen administrator.

Allyn Fuentes PT Aide, BSPT (Part-Time)

Allyn graduated in the Philippines 1996 with a Bachelors of Science degree in Physical Therapy. Currently, Allyn is working toward meeting the requirements and obtaining PT licensure in the state of California.