About Kim

Kim received her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Western University and her physical therapy degree from California State University, Long Beach, in 1985. She obtained her Master's degree in biokinesiology from the University of Southern California in 1996.

She has specialized in the treatment of orthopedic injuries for the past 20 years. Recently, Kim has directed her continuing education towards the rehabilitation of the side effects of cancer and cancer treatment. Kim developed this interest after her grandmother was diagnosed with breast cancer, and, as a result of the surgery and subsequent treatment, her grandmother lost her shoulder mobility and developed lymphedema. In addition to becoming certified in the treatment of lymphedema, Kim completed the STAR training to address and treat other side effects of cancer, including unspecified pain, neuropathy, and fatigue. Kim co-founded Progressive Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation with Michael McKindley in October of 2004.

About Alison

Specialties:

• Ortho Rehabilitation
• Injury Prevention & Sports Rehab
• Exercise Management for Chronic Illness

Alison was born and raised in Los Angeles and now calls Garden Grove his home. He is an honors graduate from the University of St. Augustine, where he obtained his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry from UC Santa Barbara and then went on to obtain a Masters of Science degree in exercise physiology from San Diego State University, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude.

Alison became interested in the medical field after designing his own healthcare plan to lose over 100 pounds. Through trial and error and a few injuries, he was able to obtain his goal of better health. It was that pursuit and interest in the science of medicine that led to his foray into exercise physiology that provided the spark to pursue a physical therapy career. Motivated to help others obtain better physical health, Alison has a unique insight into overcoming obstacles to achieve those goals, whether it is rehabbing from an injury or a surgical procedure or simply using exercise to improve the health of those suffering from chronic or complex conditions. 

Alison is fluent in Vietnamese.

In addition, Alison has a special interest in sports rehabilitation, conditioning, and exercise management.  In his free time, he likes to weightlift, ride his bicycle up and down the coast, play pickleball, and pretty much participate in anything active in order to offset his voracious appetite. He loves to eat- BBQ, Shabu, pizza, and cheese, and his favorite type of dessert is ice cream. 

About Brian

Brian earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree with High Honors from the University of St. Augustine in San Marcos and holds a Bachelor of Science in Physiological Science from UCLA.

With over five years of experience in outpatient orthopedics, Brian has treated a wide range of conditions using evidence-based exercise, manual therapy, and a strong emphasis on patient education.



His background as a competitive track and field athlete and certified personal trainer informs his dynamic, movement-based approach, allowing him to tailor treatment to patients across the spectrum—from post-surgical recovery to sports performance and injury prevention.

Since 2019, Brian has been committed to providing personalized, results-driven care in North County San Diego. He is now excited to bring his energy, clinical experience, and collaborative spirit to the Orange County community. His goal is to make rehab both effective and rewarding—and to partner with each patient to help them return confidently to the activities they enjoy.

Outside the clinic, Brian enjoys beach days with his family, lifting weights, playing basketball, and cheering on his hometown Bay Area sports teams.

About Karina

Karina is the Office Manager at Progressive Physical Therapy, where she keeps the day to day operations running smoothly and always adds a touch of good energy to the workplace. She’s the go to person for keeping things on track and creating a warm, welcoming environment.

Outside the office, Karina is all about meaning moments – whether it’s spending quality time with family, enjoying a peaceful day at the beach, or planning the next gathering. She brings her calm, reliable energy to everything she does and believes that a positive attitude, a strong cup of coffee, and a little sunshine can solve about anything. She’s known for her attention to detail, big heart, and always making others feel seen and appreciated.