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Kelsey Nakamura, PT, DPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy

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Education:

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), University of Southern California
  • Bachelor of Science in Human Biology, University of California, San Diego

As a therapist, Dr. Nakamura believes in working collaboratively with her patient to produce a plan to help reduce their pain and return them to their goals. Dr. Nakamura utilizes mostly exercise therapy with her patients and enjoys getting to know each individual to build a therapeutic alliance with them.

Dr. Nakamura has experience working with athletes, weekend warriors, and veterans, and has previous experience working with people with Parkinson’s disease, balance and falls deficits as well as some experience in wound care. She particularly enjoys working with seniors.

In her spare time, Dr. Nakamura enjoys weightlifting, playing basketball, reading, and exploring different boba shops in Los Angeles.

  • “I waited approximately 10 years for Dr. Raymond Raven to perform a Dupuytren's Contracture release procedure on my right (dominant) hand because I was waiting for my insurance to change, and heard (from several medical professionals) that he was the best. I'm glad I waited. He is extraordinary in every way. It was well worth the wait. If you suffer from ... ”

    - Doc S.

  • “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.

  • “I'm a painter/muralist and had severe carpel tunnel in my dominate hand growing worse over the years. It's been 3 months since my surgery and I am constantly in disbelief how well my hand has recovered, I can do things like sleep and paint again! Glendale Surgery Center and Raymond Raven are professionals and have a wonderful team to help through the ... ”

    - Mike C.

  • “First time at this office and staff was very friendly and welcoming. I came to this location because my doctor joined the OSS team, really satisfied with her work and care for my needs. Her name is Dr. Chrystina Jeter and she is very knowledgeable with my chronic condition. I had Carpal Tunnel/Ulnar Nerve Surgery about 2 1/2 years ago and did not recover ... ”

    - Jessica G.

  • “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.

  • “I think Orthopedic Surgery Specialists group is the best group for orthopedic surgery. Over the years, before OSS, I had two knee surgeries, a shoulder surgery, and a foot surgery with different doctors and at different facilities. So I have had a lot of orthopedic experience. I discovered OSS this summer after a MRI revealed I had a broken hip. Dr. ... ”

    - Janet L.