Michelle’s passion for helping others propelled her to pursue a career in Physical Therapy, receiving her Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Chapman University in 2002. Since then, she has worked in a variety of clinical settings including neuro rehab, home health, inpatient, and most extensively in outpatient orthopedics. For the last 13 years, Michelle has focused her energy through rigorous continuing education to become Kauai’s most experienced physical therapist treating Pelvic Floor Dysfunction for both men and women, with expertise in the treatment of incontinence, pelvic pain, colorectal issues, and pelvic girdle dysfunction. 

New Clinic & Board-Certified

2021 was a big year for Michelle. In the midst of opening Wahine Wellness & Pelvic Health, the first women’s-only clinic on Kauai, she also became a Board Certified Women’s Health Specialist by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialities. She believes treating a woman should not be the same as treating a man. Women have special differences and changing needs throughout their lifetime that need to be considered as a part of their individual plan of care.