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Martha Paterson, BS OTR/L, CHT

Licensed Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist

Martha Paterson, BS OTR/L, CHT Photo

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy (OT), San Jose State University

Certification:

  • Certified Hand Therapist (CHT): Hand Therapy Certification Commission
  • Certified Allied Health Specialist: Performing Arts Medicine Association
  • Advanced Practice Hand Therapy and Physical Agent Modalities: CA Board of Occupational Therapy
  • Occupational Therapist Registered/Licensed (OTR/L): National Board for Certification in OT/CA Board of OT

Ms. Paterson is the Hand Therapy Director at OSS.

She leads with her friendly disposition so patients can find comfort and focus on resuming their artistry through meaningful movements, exercises, and education. Her clinical practice began at LA County in Psychiatry, progressed to physical disabilities in rehabilitation in the San Fernando Valley, ventured to hand therapy and corporate ergonomics in Silicon Valley, and returned to Los Angeles in private practice and teaching.

She enjoys photography, gardening, writing haikus, contemplating art, and being absorbed in music. Ms. Paterson sees hand therapy as an interactive creative project that encompasses shaping, reinforcing, and refining the materials at hand. She enjoys applying her clinical expertise to client centered goals; they pair well to accelerate the patient's progress.

  • “I've seen Dr Stephan Yacoublan for several different injuries. He performed my surgery to fix a torn rotator cuff in the past and that was the quickest I've ever recovered from any surgery (and I've had many.). This time around I'm seeing him for my knee, where he's going to try a gel injection and physical therapy. I love that he doesn't jump straight ... ”

    - Krissie B.
  • “This place was referred to me by my doctor after I tore my ACL and I'm very happy with everything. My doctor suggested I try PT before going with surgery. I am 6 weeks in and already walking with no issues, doing lunges, squats and other resistance training. ”

    - A R.
  • “Got an appointment the very next day after breaking my leg. Thank the doctor at Burbank Urgent Care for calling over the referral. Everyone was very professional and compassionate. The PA and his assistant, Brian, were great at casting my leg with safety and comfort. What a relief! ”

    - Sai-Ling M.
  • “I could not walk I had to hop, my hip was really bad and was in need of total hip replacement. I was sent to Shahan Yacoubian I have not felt so good in the last 5 years, Dr Yacoubian reassured me that / will be better, I have not be so happy in years, I personally recommend him with being a top Dr that I have ever had and I would go back to him in a ... ”

    - Sheila C.
  • “Dr. Falkenstein has performed 2 lower back microdiscectomies in the past with excellent results. I've seen other doctors since the surgeries and they have all commented on the excellent work performed by Dr. Falkenstein. I am going back for fusion surgery soon and feel very comfortable with him performing this surgery. I've also had questions pop up ... ”

    - Russel L.
  • “Now, November 2016, Dr. Mark Mikhael operated on my right foot. He also was a top surgeon. He spent alof of time going over everything with me before surgery in the office. My foot is healing quickly! ”

    - Janet L.