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Rolling Hills: 310-377-0710

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Meet the Team

Therapists who treat the person, not just the diagnosis.

Our therapists combine advanced orthopedic and sports medicine training with individualized, one-on-one care—because the best outcomes come from treating the person, not just the injury.

Redondo Beach Team

Mindy Garvey

PT, MPT

Cathy Tarte

PT, CLT

Alison Ramos

PT, DPT, OCS

Nicole Bartels

PT, DPT, OCS

Laura Frantz

PT, DPT

Diana Mendez

PT, DPT

Andrea Gorelick

PT, DPT, OCS

Rick Lopez

PT, MPT

Ellen Knott

PT, DPT

Raymond Mullen

PT, DPT, OCS

William James

PT, DPT, OCS, FELLOW OF SPINE PHYSICAL THERAPY

Jake Cowan

PTA

Conor Starkey

DPT

Kristin Fyfe

PT, DPT

Griffin Hix

DPT

Jenna Salas

DPT

Ava P.

CPC, Operations Manager/Medical Billing Specialist

Madison Maurer

Office Manager/HR

Rolling Hills Team

Andrew Meyer

PT, DPT

Laura Frantz

PT, DPT

Lauren Kai

PT, DPT

Rick Lopez

PT, MPT

Ariel Codilla

PT, DPT

Griffin Hix

DPT

Jenna Salas

DPT

Lexie Landero

BS, Operations Manager
Two Convenient Locations

Our Locations

Redondo Beach

2015 Manhattan Beach Blvd
Suite 102B
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Call or Text
310-426-9570
Fax
310-426-9572
Hours

Monday – Friday
8:00am – 6:30pm

Saturday
8:00am – 12:00pm

Rolling Hills​

501 Deep Valley Drive
Suite 200
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
Call

310-377-0710

Fax

310-377-0718

Hours

Monday – Friday
8:00am – 6:00pm

Mindy Garvey

PT, MPT

Mindy Garvey graduated from the University of Arizona and then earned her Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Northern Arizona University in 1991. She began her professional career at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic where she rehabilitated professional, collegiate, and amateur athletes for full return to sport. As a former competitive softball player, Mindy specializes in throwing athletes and rehabilitation strategies following rotator cuff, shoulder labrum, and elbow injuries. In addition to working with athletes and adolescent sports medicine patients, she treats a diverse patient population including geriatric, total joint replacement, spine and weekend warriors. Mindy treated orthopedic clients in the South Bay for over ten years before opening TAG Physical Therapy with co-owner Cathy Tarte.

Cathy Tarte

PT, CLT

Cathy Tarte graduated from Mount St. Mary’s College with a degree in physical therapy in 1989 and later obtained her Orthopedic Clinical Specialty certification in 1999, recertifying in 2009. She worked at UCLA for ten years in various rehabilitation settings, including general orthopedics, sports medicine, and in the UCLA athletic training room. Cathy also has a special expertise in physical therapy for breast cancer patients and worked for many years as the PT on the breast cancer team at the Revlon UCLA Breast Center. She is a certified lymphedema therapist and oversees the lymphedema program at TAG PT. Cathy opened TAG Physical Therapy in 2006 with co-owner Mindy Garvey.

Alison Ramos

PT, DPT, OCS

Alison Ramos received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from California State University, Long Beach, where she developed a passion for orthopedics and sports performance. During her time there, she completed clinical work in sports and orthopedics settings, volunteered at the Special Olympics Summer Games, participated in orthopedic spine labs, and took sports rehabilitation elective courses. Alison completed an orthopedic residency at Kaiser Permanente and obtained her Orthopedic Specialist Certification. Alison received a full-athletic scholarship to the University of Southern California for her undergraduate studies, where she was captain of the top-ranked USC women’s tennis team. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Performance with a minor in Health Communications. Alison enjoys working with active individuals, athletes of all ages, and individuals who are motivated to improve their health and achieve a more active lifestyle. Outside of the clinic, Alison enjoys going to the beach, hiking, camping, and eating good food!

Nicole Bartels

PT, DPT, OCS

Nicole received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from USC. She completed a residency program in orthopedics and is a board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. Nicole grew up playing competitive sports and first learned about physical therapy through her own sports injuries. Nicole has experience treating a wide variety of orthopedic conditions and working with competitive and recreational athletes of all ages. She loves collaborating with patients to help them meet their goals through optimizing their movement. She is also passionate about improving access to PT services in underserved areas. She has helped with projects collaborating with local community members to establish a PT clinic and equipment drives in underserved areas of Guatemala. Outside of the clinic, Nicole enjoys going to the beach, hiking, and camping.

Laura Frantz

PT, DPT

Laura took a circuitous route to her profession as a physical therapist. Her first two degrees from California State University Long Beach were in art and business. Laura had plans to go to medical school when a car accident landed her in physical therapy. Soon after her first bout of therapy, she found herself once again requiring physical therapy to rehab her knees from a skiing accident. It was then she turned her focus from medical school to physical therapy school. She received her Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Mount Saint Mary’s College. Ten years later, while working as a full-time physical therapist, she completed her transitional Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Boston University. Laura knows first-hand what it is like to be a patient and the importance of excellent rehabilitation. She has been working in out-patient orthopedics in the south bay for 25 years and has taught senior level Kinesiology courses at California State University Dominguez Hills. Outside of work Laura enjoys traveling.

Diana Mendez

PT, DPT

Diana Mendez received her Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree at the University of Utah. During her time there, she volunteered in the pro-bono clinic as a student physical therapist and Spanish interpreter to underserved communities. Additionally, she completed clinical rotations in acute care, neurological rehabilitation, and various outpatient orthopedic settings. These experiences served as a strong foundation to treat a wide variety of diagnoses with a holistic approach to improve her patient’s pain, function, and quality of life. She believes in creating a patient-driven treatment plan to help her patient’s reach their personal goals. Outside of the office, Diana enjoys traveling with her partner, reading, exercising, and finding good places to eat on Yelp!

Andrea Gorelick

PT, DPT, OCS

Andrea Gorelick graduated from UC Santa Barbara and received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from California State University Long Beach. Andrea grew up as a competitive tennis player, which began her interest in orthopedics and sports medicine. She is a board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. She has extensive experience working with high school, recreational, and professional athletes. Andrea is also certified in BFR (Blood Flow Restriction).

Rick Lopez

PT, MPT

Rick Lopez graduated with a business degree from Long Beach State. After working in the business world for a few years and experiencing physical therapy firsthand following a knee injury, he decided to return to school earning a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from New York Medical College. Rick has a wide range of experience in adolescent sports-related injuries, senior conditions, acute care, home health and outpatient settings. He has completed multiple continuing education courses focusing on manual therapy and exercise techniques for the spine and extremities. Rick’s most recent focus is on myofascial release which is beneficial in treating people with chronic pain. He is also a certified personal trainer. In his free time, Rick enjoys going to the gym, snowboarding, surfing, and hiking.

Ellen Knott

PT, DPT

Ellen Knott earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from California State University Northridge in 2015 and worked as a physical therapist at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles from 2016-2021. She received her registered yoga teacher certification in 2018. She has extensive experience working with infants, school aged children, and adolescents. She has served these populations in the outpatient, inpatient rehab, acute, and home-health settings. She fosters learning in her community as a part-time faculty member for the physical therapy department at California State University Northridge. She utilizes a patient centered, holistic, and evidence-based treatment approach to promote healing and achieve the best possible outcome for her patients. Ellen values the importance of patient and parent education and acknowledges the importance of assisting in integrating therapy into the daily lives of her patients. Outside of the clinic, you will find her hiking, camping, practicing yoga, cooking for friends and family, and hanging out with her husband and her pup, Teddy.

Raymond Mullen

PT, DPT, OCS

Raymond Mullen earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore in 2016. He obtained an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist Certification in 2021. As a former Taekwondo athlete, Ray developed a keen interest in exercise and movement during his college years, which ultimately inspired him to pursue a career in physical therapy. With a diverse range of experience, Ray successfully treats patients with various conditions, including lumbar and cervical spine injuries, shoulder disorders, joint replacements, balance impairments, vestibular issues, and athletes of all ages. Outside of the clinic, Ray enjoys spending time with his family, playing basketball, and working on his car.

William James

PT, DPT, OCS, FELLOW OF SPINE PHYSICAL THERAPY

William James, DPT, is a board‑certified orthopedic clinical specialist and fellowship‑trained spine physical therapist whose work integrates advanced clinical practice, academic teaching, and evidence‑based musculoskeletal care. He received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Emory University School of Medicine then went on to complete an orthopedic physical therapy residency at the Medical University of South Carolina, followed by a spine physical therapy fellowship at the University of Southern California within the Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy.

Throughout his training and career, Dr. James has developed expertise in spine care, musculoskeletal primary care, and orthopedic manual therapy. His clinical background includes work across academic medical centers, hospital‑based outpatient departments, and private practice settings, treating a wide range of patients from active individuals to those with complex spine and neurologic presentations. He is actively involved in scholarly work, with research interests focused on patient care pathways in spine rehabilitation and lumbar muscle morphology following spine surgery. His work has been presented at national conferences and submitted for publication in peer‑reviewed journals.

William has held academic appointments at the Medical University of South Carolina working as a teaching assistant and at the University of Southern California, where he assists instruction in the Orthopedic Physical Therapy curriculum, the Internal Medicine Residency, and the Family Medicine Clerkship. He also serves as a clinical instructor and mentor for DPT students and medical trainees, contributing to interprofessional education in musculoskeletal care. He is an active member of the North American Spine Society and the American Physical Therapy Association while regularly reviewing scientific abstracts for national spine conferences.

Outside of his clinical and academic roles, William enjoys staying active with his wife, following his undergrad alma mater, the east coast USC (gamecocks), and exploring new places to eat or unwind along the California coast.

Jake Cowan

PTA

Jake is a Physical Therapy Assistant with a BS in Health Science. He enjoys helping patients work toward clear, meaningful goals and seeing their confidence grow as they make progress.
He’s patient, easy to work with, and always willing to lend a hand. Jake focuses on helping people move better, feel stronger, and reach the goals that matter most to them.
He brings a calm, steady presence to the team and cares about creating a positive experience for every patient.

Conor Starkey

DPT
Conor Starkey graduated from Mount Saint Mary’s DPT program in 2025 after attaining his Bachelor of Science from Gonzaga University. As a former basketball player, Conor has an athletic background and began his interest in anatomy, biology, biomechanics, and the art of rehabilitation in high school. He enjoys meeting new patients and working with them to optimize their function and health! When Conor is not working, he enjoys spending time with his family and dog Murphy, going to the beach, hiking and watching Gonzaga basketball.

Kristin Fyfe

PT, DPT

Kristin Fyfe received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from California State University, Northridge. Prior to pursuing physical therapy, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Science and a Master of Public Health from UCLA, where she developed a strong interest in health education and helping individuals improve their quality of life.

Kristin discovered her passion for pelvic health physical therapy after learning about the profound impact it can have on pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and overall well-being. She enjoys working with individuals experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction, pregnancy and postpartum concerns, endometriosis, pelvic pain, bladder and bowel dysfunction, and hypermobility-related conditions. Kristin believes in providing individualized, evidence-based care and partnering with patients to help them better understand their bodies, achieve their goals, and return to the activities that are most meaningful to them.

Outside of the clinic, Kristin enjoys reading thrillers and mystery novels, traveling, scuba diving, wine tasting, and spending time with her husband and cat.

Griffin Hix

DPT

Griffin Hix earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Southern California. While at USC, he received the program’s highest honor, the Order of the Golden Cane, in recognition of his leadership, academic excellence, and commitment to community service.

Growing up playing both soccer and baseball sparked Griffin’s passion for orthopedics and movement science. He enjoys working with patients of all ages and activity levels, treating a wide variety of orthopedic conditions, post-operative injuries, and sports-related injuries. Griffin is passionate about creating individualized, evidence-based treatment plans that help patients reduce pain, restore function, and confidently return to the activities they enjoy. Griffin values building strong relationships with his patients and believes education and collaboration are key to achieving lasting results.

Outside the clinic, he enjoys listening to music, spending time at the beach, traveling, and playing the saxophone and guitar.

Jenna Salas

DPT
Jenna Salas received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from California State University, Long Beach. During her time there, she completed clinical internships in orthopedics, sports, and pelvic floor physical therapy. Jenna is passionate about bringing more awareness to pelvic floor dysfunction and she enjoys working with patients at all stages of life to optimize their quality of life. Outside of clinic Jenna enjoys cooking, trying new restaurants, reading, traveling, and cuddling with her cat Penny.

Ava P.

CPC, Operations Manager/Medical Billing Specialist

Ava P. graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from UCLA and has worked at TAG Physical Therapy since 2007. Ava specializes in medical billing and office management. She earned a certificate of completion in medical billing and has her credential as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). During her free time, Ava enjoys Zumba fitness, cooking, and cheering on her Bruins.

Madison Maurer

Office Manager/HR
Madison has been a valued member of the TAG team since 2019 and serves as the Front Office Manager and HR Coordinator. She oversees the daily operations of the front office, ensuring every patient receives exceptional service while fostering an efficient, welcoming, and organized clinical environment. Outside of work, Madison enjoys taking workout classes at Barry’s Bootcamp, spending time in Hermosa Beach, and traveling with her partner.

Andrew Meyer

PT, DPT

Andrew Meyer received his Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from Mount Saint Mary’s University. He developed a passion for movement science and physical therapy while working towards his Bachelors in Sport Medicine at the University of the Pacific. At Pacific, Andrew played four years of soccer and had the opportunity to coach at the high school and youth levels. These experiences expanded his exercise and rehabilitation knowledge and provided a foundation for his higher education. At Mount Saint Mary’s, Andrew further developed his passion for orthopedics and sport medicine. As a teacher’s assistant in the DPT program, he served as a mentor and helped students develop foundational skills. He uses both his clinical and life experiences to provide patient centered care that focuses on allowing individuals to return to a pain free lifestyle. Outside the office, Andrew enjoys playing beach volleyball, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Lauren Kai

PT, DPT

Lauren earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from the University of St. Augustine, where she developed a passion for manual therapy to maximize patient recovery. Lauren was able to play collegiate soccer at Whittier College after undergoing intensive rehabilitation following two ACL surgeries. Her own experience with physical therapy helped her to see the significance of injury prevention across all demographic populations. She wants to provide patients with the tools they need to care for their bodies so they can engage in all the things they enjoy with minimal restrictions. Lauren employs a patient-centered approach that is intended to meet the patient’s social, mental, and physical needs. In her spare time, she enjoys playing golf with friends and participating in Pilates for exercise.

Ariel Codilla

PT, DPT

Ariel went to the University of California, San Diego for her Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Biology and received her Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from USC. She grew up with a family of nurses, occupational therapists, and physical therapy assistants which ultimately led to her passion for wanting to help others through patient care. She enjoys working with patients of all ages to help achieve their goals to improve their movement and function. She also has an interest in vestibular physical therapy, which includes treating patients for different types of dizziness and vertigo. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys traveling, trying new food and coffee places, reading, and going to Disneyland.

Lexie Landero

BS, Operations Manager

Lexie earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from University of California Santa Cruz and has been a valued member of the TAG team since 2021. She began her employment as a physical therapy aide and has additionally taken on the role of office manager revealing her high drive and professionalism. This diverse experience has fueled her passion for ensuring every patient has an exceptional experience at TAG. Outside of work, she loves participating in bowling leagues with her family and hitting the slopes for snowboarding in the winter.

Liz Glozman

PT, MSPT

Liz Glozman received her Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Boston University in 1989 and started her career at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic. As her career evolved, she focused her interest in pelvic health physical therapy. She specializes in prenatal and postpartum conditions, incontinence, and pelvic floor dysfunction, but also enjoys working with orthopedic patients. Currently, Liz works as a fill-in therapist at TAG and provides mentorship to younger therapists.