Alberto is a Physical Therapist Assistant who enjoys working with patients and helping patients meet their functional goals.
Alberto is a former baseball player at the collegiate level. He enjoys working with athletes and helping them return to their respective sports. He now enjoys watching his favorite sports teams, playing golf, spending time with his family and his hobby with woodworking.
Specialties:
- Outpatient Physical Therapy
- Post Surgical Rehab
- Rehab for Sports Injuries
- Shoulder Rehab
- Pitching Biomechanics for Injury Prevention
Francis-Ryan PT, DPT is a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in orthopedic care at the Northridge location. They earned a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science from California State University, Northridge in 2018, followed by a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the same institution in 2024. Their academic and clinical training has fueled a passion for patient-centered rehabilitation.
Francis-Ryan believes in treating the whole person, not just the injury. They create individualized treatment plans to enhance mobility, prevent future issues, and improve overall function, while prioritizing clear communication and patient support throughout the recovery process.
Outside of work, Francis-Ryan enjoys basketball (especially the Los Angeles Clippers), attending concerts, and exploring new hobbies, including learning guitar.
Specialties:
Acute Orthopedic Rehabilitation
CPR Certified
Exercise Physiology
Knee Rehabilitation
Orthopedics
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Shoulder Rehabilitation
Hien Luong is a licensed Physical Therapist at Vargo Physical Therapy, Sherman Oaks. He finished his Bachelor of Arts in Biology at California State University Northridge in 2019. He then went on to complete his DPT at Oklahoma City University in 2023.
During his clinical rotations as a student, he worked in various settings including acute inpatient rehab, outpatient orthopedic and sports rehab. He got his introduction into the world of physical therapy after witnessing injuries within his immediate family that eventually ignited his passion for movement and rehabilitation.
In his free time, Hien enjoys spending time with family bike rides along the beach.
Specialties:
- CPR Certified
- Outpatient Orthopedics
Samantha graduated from Azusa Pacific University with her doctorate in physical therapy in 2020. She received her undergraduate degree from CSUN in kinesiology with an emphasis in exercise science.
Samantha has treated in many areas, including home heath and inpatient, but her focus remains in outpatient orthopedic care. She enjoys educating, restoring, and providing optimistic outcomes to her patients in their time of injury.
In her free time, Samantha enjoys training with and showing Arabian horses. She loves animals, the outdoors, and spending time with her fiancé and their two dogs.
Specialties:
- CPR Certified
- Total Joint Replacements
- Outpatient Orthopedics
