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Tess Apinchapong, PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

Tess Apinchapong, PTA Photo

Education:

  • Associates of Science in Physical Therapy Assistant, Stanbridge University
  • Associates of Arts in Liberal Arts: Social and Behavioral Science, Santa Monica College

Tess Apinchapong chose physical therapy because of her passion for exercise and for her desire to empower people to move. Tess’ interests include orthopedic rehabilitation, pelvic floor rehabilitation, and sports injuries.

Advice that Tess has for physical therapy patients is to create a therapeutic alliance with the therapist. “Physical therapy is a collaboration between patient and therapist. The therapist will provide patients with the necessary tools for recovery that require cooperation with patients.”

Outside of work, Tess is an elite-level powerlifter. She enjoys dining at new restaurants and exploring different cuisines.

Read What Our Patients Say

  • “I went to Dr. Mikhael for (an) ankle ligament and bone spur surgery. The entire process was smooth and easy as surgery can be. I also went to their physical therapy center for recovery. Everything there from Apryl to their PT assistants were ready and helpful. ”
    - Brian
  • “Everyone here was great Came in after surgery on my dominant wrist for a fracture and after 6 weeks I am almost back to normal functionality. Jamie was my therapist and she is great. Would recommend going here. ”
    - Cameron H.
  • “Dr. Shahan Yacoubian replaced my left hip in October. I went in with full confidence because not only was I referred by my trusted physician, but leading up to the surgery I met so many others who had recently had hip or knee surgery and highly recommended him. Since my VERY SUCCESSFUL hip replacement, I've met even more of his happy patients. It just ... ”
    - Tina P.
  • “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.
  • “Two years since I had both knees replaced and all is good! I believe I left a very positive review not long after, so this is basically a repeat of that. Dr Shahan Yacoubian does the knee replacements, and he knows what he is doing. His staff is great too and their physical therapy center next door is top notch! They were great! Didn't push too hard to ... ”
    - Marc S.
  • “Dr. Feldman has treated me on and off for over ten years. ... I love that OSS has everything he needs to diagnose in-house which makes it very easy. ”
    - Stacey L.