Derek Garza, PT, DPT

Lake Forest, Ca
(949) 328-6776 @dr.derekpt

1 Review
$200.0 / Hour

About

PRICING & BUNDLE DISCOUNTS:
📋Initial evaluation (75 minutes): $250
🏃‍♂️Single Follow-Up Appointment (60 minutes): $200

- 4 Session Bundle (2 month care plan @ 5%): $760
- 8 Session Bundle (4 month care plan @ 7.5%): $1480
*Late cancellation fee: $100 (<24hours notice before appointment) 
 

Derek was born and raised in northern California, where he grew to become an outgoing and active nomad. He completed his Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology Exercise Science from Fresno State University where he competed as a Division 1 Track and Field athlete (jumps/hurdles/decathlete). Following undergrad, he moved to south Orange County and worked in the finance sector for Ayco: A Goldman Sachs Company while he prepared for graduate school. He completed his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Mass General Hospital Institute of Health Professions in Boston, MA; and earned a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification from the NSCA. From an advanced level of competition and the dedication to understanding the science behind human performance, he would come to find his niche in jumps, sprints, and weightlifting. With over 23 years of experience with plyometric training, he has harnessed its utility to elevate human performance across various disciplines and to enhance rehabilitation services.

LOCATIONS SERVED
Corona Del Mar, Irvine, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, Ladera Ranch, San Juan Capistrano, Laguna Hills, Laguna Woods, Laguna Beach, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, San Clemente

Availabilities

Monday: Afternoons, Evenings
Tuesday: Early mornings, Mornings, Afternoons, Evenings
Wednesday: Early mornings, Mornings, Afternoons, Evenings
Thursday: Early mornings, Mornings, Afternoons, Evenings
Friday: Early mornings, Mornings, Afternoons, Evenings
Saturday: Early mornings, Mornings

Certifications and Credentials

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (CA and MD licensed) 
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
  • Instrument Assisted STM (IASTM) level 1 provider


Education

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy l Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions
  • Bachelors of Science: Kinesiology - Exercise Science l CSU Fresno 


Specialties

  • ACL Rehab
  • Ankle Sprains
  • Sport Related Soft Tissue Injuries (i.e hamstring strain, rotator cuff tear etc.) 
  • Joint Replacement Rehab
  • Return to Sport Rehab
  • Speed Development
  • Balance Training/Fall Prevention
  • Running Analysis
  • Plyometrics
  • Weightlifting: Powerlifting and Olympic Lifting
  • Post-Operative
  • Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)
  • Blood Flow Restriction Training
  • Objective Testing to improve patient outcomes and performance


Fun Facts

🏅 Love anything outdoors: hiking/backpacking, camping, snowboarding, beach, kayaking/paddle boarding, trail-running
🏅 Terrified of heights - but loves world record breaking rollercoasters, sky-diving, and has hopes to base jump someday
🏅 Self-proclaimed foodie
🏅 Sour Candy Aficionado
🏅 Lover of all types of music


Reviews

Derek did a comprehensive return-to-sport evaluation for me. I'm about 8 months post op from an ACL reconstruction and still struggling to get the affected leg back to baseline. I was impressed by his professionalism, attention to detail, and passion for patient care. In my long ACL recovery I have worked with many physical therapists, so I think I have a good perspective on the standard of care patients should come to expect from private physical therapy. In addition, I'm a medical provider myself. So with this perspective I can enthusiastically recommend Derek to anyone who's looking for a physical therapist, especially one who specializes in ACL / sports recovery.

Quinn, Jan 27