Aspiring physical therapist with a background in dance, personal training, kinesiology. Pursuing a DPT degree to restore movement, function, and performance in individuals including dancers and athletes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
Elite OrthoSport Physical Therapy and Performance
08.2025 - 10.2025
Outpatient Orthopedics Rotation
Managed cases including post-op ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff tendinopathy, lumbar radiculopathy, and knee and hip osteoarthritis, along with various other general orthopedic and sports-related conditions.
Performed patient evaluations, therapeutic exercise prescription, manual therapy interventions, and patient education under direct PT supervision.
Managed approximately 50% of a full outpatient caseload by the end of the rotation.
Translator
Trust Me Ed
01.2021 - 01.2022
Translated medical documents, patient education materials, and online course content.
Facilitated communication between Turkish-speaking clients and English-speaking staff.
Contributed to the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based educational content for healthcare professionals.
Certified Personal Trainer
Equinox Downtown
01.2018 - 01.2022
Coached clients with varying fitness levels and generated revenue through personal training package sales.
Designed individualized training programs and educated clients on proper lifting techniques.
Collaborated with physical therapists on training programs for clients transitioning from rehab.
Professional Dancer
McDonald Selznick Associates
01.2016 - 01.2018
Performed in a variety of commercial, theatrical, and live entertainment productions.
Choreographed performances for music videos, commercials, and live productions.
Built strong interpersonal skills through collaboration with dancers and production team members.
Assistant Manager/Server
Blossom Vietnamese Cuisine
01.2016 - 01.2018
Served food and beverages, maintained cleanliness, and ensured customer satisfaction.
Managed inventory, payroll, and sales reports for the general manager.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA
01.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Exercise Science
California State University
Long Beach, CA
01.2024
Associate of Arts - Kinesiology
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA
01.2022
Associate of Arts - Business Administration & Marketing
The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM): 2025
LANGUAGES
English: Proficient
Turkish: Native
Timeline
Intern
Elite OrthoSport Physical Therapy and Performance
08.2025 - 10.2025
Translator
Trust Me Ed
01.2021 - 01.2022
Certified Personal Trainer
Equinox Downtown
01.2018 - 01.2022
Professional Dancer
McDonald Selznick Associates
01.2016 - 01.2018
Assistant Manager/Server
Blossom Vietnamese Cuisine
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Exercise Science
California State University
Associate of Arts - Kinesiology
Los Angeles City College
Associate of Arts - Business Administration & Marketing
Los Angeles City College
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Azusa Pacific University
INTERESTS
Personal: Dancing, Weightlifting, Health & Fitness, Professional: Out-of-network/outpatient physical therapy with a focus on performance, specializing in weightlifters and dancers