Dr. Darlene is a San Diego native and enjoys spending time with her family and friends exploring all that this amazing city has to offer. She received her Doctor of Physical Therapy from USC in 2003. She acquired her certified strength and conditioning specialist certificate, through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, in 2002. At UC Davis, she graduated with Honors earning her Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science with emphasis in Physiology and a Minor in Nutrition Science with emphasis in biochemistry. She has exclusively worked in orthopedics and quality patient care is her top priority. With a deep commitment to her patients, Dr. Darlene is an experienced physical therapist who believes in treating people as individuals. She tailors her approach to address each patient’s unique needs, going beyond just their diagnosis.