RTA Physical Therapy





101 Pacifica #270, Irvine, CA 92618 | tel: (949) 333-3833
23521 Paseo DeValencia #110 Laguna Hills, CA 92653 | tel: (949) 528-6287



You have tried the rest,
Now try the BEST.



We have over 100 years of experience between our therapists.



Meet the Therapists





derek decicco, Mpt



Physical Therapist- Owner RTA



Derek attended undergraduate and graduate school at California State University of Long Beach where he received Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Master of Physical Therapy.

He is founder/owner of RTA Physical Therapy.

Being a former elite marathoner, he enjoys running, playing soccer, and spending time with his wife and two daughters.

Derek loves working with geriatric patients, joint replacement, runners, and soccer players.

He's been working as a physical therapist for 13 years, and has been teaching at Long Beach State and Chapman University.



Jim hunter, Mpt



Physical Therapist Irvine and Home Health



Jim attended undergraduate at University of California, Santa Barbara, where he received a B.A in Business/Economics and Philosophy. He attended California State University of Long Beach for his Masters of Physical Therapy. He is certified by Titleist Professional Institute.

His high school tennis team won CIF and were ranked #2 in the nation. He continues to enjoy tennis, golf, soccer, and camping as well as spending time with his wife and 2 kids.

Jim enjoys treating patients who want to return to sports and who want to improve their balance.

He's worked as a physical therapist for 5 years.



vicki tuggy, pt



Physical Therapist Irvine



Vicki attended California State University of Long Beach where she received her Bachelors in Physical Therapy. She has worked in a variety of settings, including acute rehab, inpatient, and outpatient therapy with combined experience of more than 30 years.

She loves reading fiction and playing guitar.

Vicki enjoys working with patients with joint replacement, posture problem, pelvic dysfunction, and walking abnormalities.




Michael Chiu



Physical Therapist Irvine



Born and raised in Southern California, Michael obtained both his BS in Business Administration and his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Boston University in Massachusetts.


Michael approaches each and every patient through an analytical and problem solving perspective. He specializes in creating individualized treatment programs designed to reduce pain, improve strength, and restore mobility to help you meet your functional goals.


Michael is well traveled including a rotation in acute care at Chicago, Indiana, outpatient neuro at Scripps in Encinitas, and skilled nursing in Modesto.


Being involved in a number of different settings has provided him with exposure to a wide spectrum of medical diagnoses, ages, and a greater understanding of the rehabilitation process. In his free time, Michael enjoys bodybuilding, reading, live music, watching documentaries, and considers himself both a foodie and a car enthusiast.



Sanam Amini OT



Occupational Therapist Irvine



Sanam joins the team at RTA with a passion of helping people. Her ability to connect with the patients and understand their needs helps get the best results possible.

Farsi Speaker.



Brian Banh



Physical Therapist Manager Laguna Hills



Brian received his B.S. degree in the field of Kinesiology – Exercise Science while attending California State University, Long Beach. He then attended Chapman University and earned the title, Doctor of Physical Therapy. He is a certified Lee Silverman Voice Treatment therapist (LSVT-BIG) which specializes in treating movement disorders associated with Parkinson’s disease. He enjoys playing sports such as beach volleyball and basketball. He also loves to skateboard, power lift, and spend time with his family. Brian has a profound fascination with theme parks such as Disneyland and with food. He also enjoys being a husband and father of two kids. Brian is passionate about healing patients through physical exercise and promoting an active lifestyle. He enjoys working with the geriatric population, pediatric population and individuals who want to return to competitive sports.



Courtney Villanueva



Laguna Hills



Courtney loves helping patients in any way she can. Courtney is a student attending California State University at Long Beach where she will be pursuing her DPT in Physical Therapy.



Meet the Staff





Paola Garcia



Front office Coordinator Irvine



Come in and schedule with the friendliest face this side of the Mississippi! Paola runs the front office most of the day in Irvine.



Kristin Tanaka-Kim



Front office Coordinator Irvine



Here to help schedule evening appointments in Irvine.



Alexus Tibbett



Front Office Laguna Hills



Alexus loves helping people and can get you scheduled in for your appointment in Laguna Hills today!



BOB



Insurance Coordinator



Bob will help you with all your needs on the

insurance side, medical records, and payments.



Gail



Home Health Scheduler



Gail schedules the home health patients for RTAHCS. Give her a call at (714) 742-9189



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