Lee Haskin, DPT
Professional Education:
- B.S. in biology from Portland State University in Oregon
- Master's degree in physical Therapy from California State University, Fresno
- Doctorate degree in physical therapy from Western University in Pomona California
- Multiple continuing education courses ranging from evidence based practice in treating low back and neck pain to kinesiotaping techniques
Personal Profile:
Lee grew up in the northern central valley of California. Pursuing a career in physical therapy and an active lifestyle, Lee discovered the central coast was a perfect fit. For the last ten years Lee has resided on the central coast, enjoying surfing, horseback riding and running. Goals include continued pursuit of furthering his physical therapy skills and education. Lee's background is in orthopedic physical therapy and specialties include shoulder rehabilitation, post-surgical rehabilitation, back and neck pain, temporomandibular joint disorders, vestibular rehabilitation, pregnancy related low back pain, osteoporosis programs, cervicogenic tension headaches, and sports specific injuries. His philosophy towards physical therapy and rehabilitation is to be as effective as possible while making it a positive experience with the least amount of discomfort to the patient.
Stella Culver, PT
stellaculver@centralcoastpt.com
Professional Education:
- B.S. in Biological Sciences from California Polytechnic State University
- Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Physical Therapy from University California San Francisco
Personal Profile:
Stella Culver was born in Manila, Philippines before immigrating to the United States in 1972. Stella lived in the San Francisco Bay Area before relocating to the Central Coast in 1982. She is happily married to Mitchell Culver and has a son(Austin) and a daughter(Jessa). Outside interests include running, cycling, wakeboarding, skiing, traveling, and reading. Stella has completed her Sports Certified Specialty(SCS) program from the American Physical Therapy Association. Her SCS skills will help give back to the community as Stella is actively involved with the local high school's athletic training programs. The treatment philosophy is based on the movement system balance theory, which examines entire human movement patterns versus individual segments. The approach helps to identify faulty mechanics and/or muscle imbalances, which lead to common pain syndromes.
Sarah Stahl, DPT
Professional Education:
- B.S. in Kinesiology from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
- Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from University of Utah
Personal Profile:
Sarah grew up on the Central Coast and returned after receiving her degree from the University of Utah. Her interests in physical therapy include orthopedic, neurologic, pediatric, sports, vestibular, post-breast cancer, and post-amputation rehabilitation. Goals include continued pursuit of furthering her physical therapy skills and education through collaboration and mentorship with experienced colleagues and a variety of continuing education courses.
Outside of the clinic she enjoys running, hiking, camping, rollerblading, painting, spending time with her family, and playing with her rottweiler named Dexter.
Amanda, PTA
Professional Education:
- Associate of Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, Loma Linda University School of Allied Health Professions
Professional Profile:
Amanda is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. She was raised in Paso Robles and graduated from Loma Linda University School of Allied Health Professions. Amanda enjoys working with individuals to restore function and reduce pain for improved quality of life. When not working, Amanda spends her time with family and enjoys kayaking.
Grace, PTA
Professional Education:
- Associate of Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, College of the Sequoias
Personal Profile:
Grace was born and raised on the Central Coast where she received her AS in Math and Science before moving to Visalia to attend the Physical Therapist Assistant Program at College of the Sequoias. Upon graduating and receiving her PTA license in 2019, she began working at a large orthopedic outpatient clinic. There she developed her skills in treating various pathologies, which included post-surgical patients, balance and vestibular, overuse/repetitive use injuries, headaches, cervical/thoracic/lumbar pain, sports injuries, fall prevention, elbow/wrist/hand injuries, and numerous other conditions. She is also MDT certified for both cervical and lumbar spine. Grace is passionate about treating her patients with the most up-to-date, evidence-based interventions to both efficiently and effectively meet the goals of each individual.
When Grace is not at work, she enjoys hiking, mountain biking, working out, playing soccer, rollerblading and backpacking. She also spends time with her family and friends, having home barbeques and watching live music.
