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Ari Pouya, PT, DPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy

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Education:

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) – Mount St. Mary’s University
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) in Cognitive Psychology – University of California Irvine

Certification:

  • Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist
  • Certified Movement Links Specialist
  • ADApt Specialist
  • American Heart Association – BLS Certified

Dr. Ari Pouya is the new Physical Therapy Director at OSS.

With over ten years of experience, Dr. Pouya joins OSS so he can continue to deliver exceptional patient care with an exceptional team of physical therapists.

Dr. Pouya is focused on the patients. He not only enjoys socializing with his patients and peers, but he is laser focused on helping each patient improve his/her musculoskeletal health and move pain free. He says, “No two days are the same since every patient is unique”. Outside the therapy gym, he continuously builds his skills by working on new certifications and developing training to improve the care standards for physical therapy.

Dr. Pouya has this advice for OSS patients: “Don’t wait to get treatment. The sooner you can address a musculoskeletal issue the easier it is to fix. I always ask people, if you chipped your tooth would you wait for it to decay before seeking treatment? Injuries to your body are the same, don’t let your body decay and then get treatment. Start now!”

Read What Our Patients Say

  • “It was efficient, courteous and helpful. I called and they got me in within an hour of my phone call. I didn't wait long, they gave me x-rays and I saw a doctor within 30 min total. ”
    - A.R.
  • “Excellent experience with the clinic. ”
    - Paymon B.
  • “The care my 11-year old received from Omar Duenes at OSS was outstanding….as soon as Omar D. saw them (Xrays of wrist), he was able to determine that she broke her wrist. He was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and helpful. ”
    - DeAnna
  • “So back in April I was involved in a nasty bike accident that left me with a severely broken arm. 10 days in the hospital and 4 surgeries later I'm released to start the slow process of recovery. By the time my last surgery had finished and healed, could barely move my wrist, turn my arm, open my hand, or use my fingers. I was told by my surgeon that I ... ”
    - Eric R.
  • “Kudos to Dr. Abby Merrin and PT Alexandria Tayo. They helped me overcome my hip issue and I am now able to walk and run pain free. They were personable, kind and compassionate. Dr. Merrin took the time to explain the benefits of each exercise and how It would help diminish my symptoms. I would recommend OSS to anyone that needs physical therapy. ”
    - Jo-Ann L.
  • “(Dr. Korchek) was straight to the point in everything. You can tell he was experienced. He said…you have a torn labrum in the right shoulder. The surgery went well. The pain wasn't bad.. the team was friendly and fun. I was in and out in no time. ”
    - Jason B.