Meet Our Team
Physical Therapy Specialists in Aiea and Kapolei
From sports injury therapy to post-surgery rehabilitation, our physical therapy center offers a wide range of services to meet your unique needs. Our team of experts is trained in various specialties, allowing us to provide comprehensive care for a diverse range of conditions. Whether you are recovering from an injury or looking to enhance your overall well-being, our clinic is here to support you on your wellness journey.
Always 1:1 Treatment
At our center, we prioritize 1-on-1 care, ensuring that you feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout your treatment. We foster a supportive and compassionate environment where you can feel comfortable asking questions, discussing your concerns, and actively participating in your rehabilitation process. Our goal is to help you feel confident, strong, and resilient as you progress toward optimal health.
Our StayFIT Aiea Clinic team
CHIP YAMAGUCHI, MPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
- Punahou School
- University of Oregon Ducks, BS
- University of Puget Sound, MPT
- Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) 2000-2010
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist 2003-2010
- Certified Graston Technique Practitioner
- Functional Movement Screen (FMS) Level I Certified
- National Academy of Sports Medicine: Stretch and Flexibility Coach
- PT Background:
- Rehab Hospital of the Pacific
- Wahiawa General Hospital Central Oahu Orthopedic and Sports Clinic
- Volunteer PT UH Men's Volleyball Warriors 2023-present.
CO-OWNER & PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
Special Training:
CANDACE YONASHIRO-BARRETTA, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- Hawaii Baptist Academy 2006
- Pacific University, BS Exercise Science with an emphasis in Integrative Physiology 2010
- Pacific University, DPT 2013
Special Training:
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist 2012-2014
- Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner 2014
- Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS)
PT Background:
- Employed at StayFIT Physical Therapy since June 2013
NICOLE HIRATA, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- Punahou School 2012
- University of Hawaii at Manoa, BS in Biology 2016
- University of Nevada, Las Vegas, DPT 2021
Special Training:
- Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance
PT Background:
- Internships: outpatient neurologic (vestibular) and orthopedic therapy, inpatient acute care (neuro ICU), skilled nursing facility
RACHEL TOKUDA, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- Christian Academy 2012
- BS Health Science at Corban University 2016
- George Fox University, DPT 2021
Special Training:
- Otago Fall Risk Certification 2019
CHEYNE TANOUE, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- Mililani High School
- University of Hawaii at Manoa
- Pacific University, DPT
PT Background:
- Internships: Outpatient Orthopedics, Urgent Care (Workers Comp), Inpatient Acute Care, Outpatient Pediatrics
ALEXANDER “ALEX” YOUNG, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- Rutgers University
- University of Nevada Las Vegas
PT Background:
- Dance Medicine Background
Specializations:
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Xiaoyuan Zhou, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- McKinley High School
- Vanderbilt University (BS in Child Development and Public Health)
- Hawaii Pacific University, DPT
MATT ISHII, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- Hawaii Baptist Academy
- University of Oregon Ducks
- Creighton University, DPT
FAY HIBINO, PTA
PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT
Education:
- Castle High School
- Kapiolani Community College - Physical Therapist Assistant Program
PT Background:
- Worked in private outpatient clinics all over Oahu
JASON CABE, PTA
PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT
Education:
- W.R Farrington High School 2010
- Kapiolani Community College - Physical Therapist Assistant Program 2023
PT Background:
- Private & Hospital Outpatient
- Trauma/ICU Rehab
- Orthopedic Rehab
JUDY RAMOS, PTA
PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT
Education:
- Farrington High School 2020
- Associates of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant c/o 2024 Kapiolani Community College
PT Background:
- Clinical experience at StayFIT, First Physical Rehab, Sports Medicine Hawaii (All Out-Patient)
CARMEN GARCIA, LMT, PTA
MASSAGE THERAPIST & PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT
Education:
- Maryknoll High School 1985
- University of Hawaii BA in Spanish 1989
- Kapiolani Community Academy- Physical Therapist Assistant Program
- Hawaii Massage Academy- Licensed Massage Therapist 2010
PTA Background:
- Worked in various inpatient and outpatient clinics on Oahu, Aquatic therapy at Rehabilitation Hospital of The Pacific
Massage Background:
- Worked in StayFit outpatient setting from November 2010
Specializations:
- Swedish, Medical Massage Therapy, Myofascial Release Therapy and Trigger Point Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Lomi Lomi
Administrative Staff - AIEA
KRISTEN BARENG
RECEPTIONIST
DANIEL "WALLY" PETUELI
RECEPTIONIST
MADDISEN ZELLMER
RECEPTIONIST
Our StayFIT Kapolei Clinic Team
CATHERINE KOIKE, DPT
CO-OWNER & PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- Waipahu High School
- Mount St. Mary’s College BSPT 1991
- Boston University DPT 2005
Special Training:
- Certified McKenzie Therapist
- Certified Graston Technique Practitioner
- Certified FCE-Ergoscience
PT Background:
- 17 years at the Rehab Hospital of the Pacific
- Orthopedic, Neurological, Return to Work Program
DANIEL PARK, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- Pearl City High School 2002
- Willamette University, BA in Exercise Science 2006
- University of North Dakota, DPT 2013
PT Background:
- Employed at StayFIT Physical Therapy since September 2013
RACHEL MIYOGA, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- University of La Verne
- University of Southern California, DPT
Specialization:
- Foot and Ankle
MARY JOY HALLARES, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- Emilio Aguinaldo College Philippines
- Bachelor of Science Physical Therapy 1998
PT Background:
- Working as a Physical Therapist in Hawaii since 2007
Specializations:
- Myofascia Release
- Graston Technique
- Sports K-tape technique
- Orthopedic sports outpatient experience since 2007
AMBER HIGASHI, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- Mililani High School 2016
- Seattle University, B.S. in Biology 2020
- Pacific University, DPT 2024
PT Background:
- Internships: Outpatient neurologic and orthopedics; Inpatient acute care
AARON RAMOS, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- Kapolei High School
- Creighton University, BS Exercise Science and Pre-Health Professions
- Creighton University, Doctorate of Physical Therapy
PT Background:
- Internships: Private and Hospital Outpatient; Inpatient Rehab
KATHLEEN "KATHY" OGINO, DPT
PELVIC HEALTH PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- University of Puget Sound, BS in Physical Therapy 1987
- Arcadia University, DPT 2012
PT Background:
- Experience in Inpatient Neuro-rehabilitation, Outpatient Neurological and Orthopedic Rehabilitation, Work-related injuries and prevention, Geriatrics in a Skilled Nursing Facility, Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation
Specializations:
- Pelvic Health and Rehabilitation for Women and Men
JADE VILLARUZ, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- Pleasant Grove High School
- University of Hawaii at Manoa, B.S. in Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Sciences
- University of Melbourne, Australia DPT
Background:
•Internships: Inpatient acute care in orthopedics, neurology, and cardiorespiratory. Outpatient orthopedics and pediatrics
MARC LARSON, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Education:
- University of Utah, B.S. in Physical Therapy
- Certified Golf Fitness Instructor
- PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer
PT Background:
- Worked, directed and co-owned facilities across Hawaii, Utah, Virgin Islands, California, Florida and Colorado
Specializations:
- Over 46 years of experience with Sports Medicine, Orthopedics, Neuro Rehab, Athletic Training, Multiple Sclerosis Rehab, Aquatic Therapy, Dry Needling, Acute Care, Stroke/Spinal Cord Injuries, FCE, Home Health, Spinal Manipulation, BPPV & Balance Training, Cardiac Rehab, Gaston IASTM
LAUREN BRENNAN, PTA
PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT
Education:
- Stratford High School
- Riverside College of Health Sciences, AAS (Newport News, VA)
PT Background:
- Comber Physical Therapy and Chiropractic
- Alliance Rehab and Physical Therapy
Edward "Ejay" Rimando Jr., PTA
PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT
Education:
•Farrington High School, 2017
•Kapiolani Community College - Associates in Physical Therapist Assisting
LAURELL "RELL" PASCUA, LMT
MASSAGE THERAPIST
Education:
- Sacred Hearts Academy 2015
- Hawaii School of Professional Massage 2019
MT Background:
- Volunteer work and internships at private outpatient clinics on Oahu
Specializations:
- National Academy of Sports Medicine: Stretch and Flexibility Coach 2024
- Deep tissue, Medical Massage, Sports Massage, Trigger Point, Lymphatic, Myofascial Release
Administrative Staff - KAPOLEI
GINEL CAMBIA
RECEPTIONIST
TYRA CHING
RECEPTIONIST
NATASHA CHUNG
RECEPTIONIST
Our Support Team
KAREN HARRIS
ADMINISTRATION MANAGER
LEAH CRAIL
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
PAIGE HARRIS
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
JADEN SANCHEZ
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS
At StayFIT Physical Therapy, we are more than just a clinic — we are your partners in health and advocates for your well-being. Whether you are recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or simply looking to enhance your overall wellness, we are here to support you every step of the way. Contact us today!