Therapists
Christine Weidemann, DPT
Dr. Christine Weidemann graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara with a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Aquatic Biology. She then pursued her goal of working in the health care profession by graduating with a Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy at the prestigious University of Southern California in May of 2010. When she is not working, she enjoys the outdoors especially the beautiful beaches of southern California. She also enjoys traveling around the world and experiencing the different cultures of the world. "I want to help you reach your functional goals!"
Celeste Bingman, PT
Celeste Bingman earned her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from California State University of Long Beach in July of 1986. She has over twenty years of experience as an orthopedic physical therapist treating patients and providing training and supervision to other staff members. She also has extensive experience implementing public and community relations programs in the greater Orange County region. She is pilates certified through the Body Arts and Science Institute and has had experience as a pilates instructor with various companies. Celeste comes from an athletic background as a track star for the University of Colorado , Boulder . She was also an assistant coach for the high school girls track team. During her spare time, Celeste enjoys running 5-10 K races and half marathons. She is also an avid hiker and backpacker
Joanne Mimm, PT, CHT
Joanne Mimm attended Cal State University of Northridge and earned a BA in Health Science and Certificate of Physical Therapy from CSUN/UCLA. She began her clinical experience in 1982 and fell in love with orthopedic rehabilitation. She pursued this passion with continuing education and clinical practice at Orthopedic Hospital in Los Angeles and Loma Linda Medical Center. She also spent some time as an adjunct professor for the school of physical therapy at Loma Linda University. In 1994, Joanne became a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedics, and in 1995 graduated from LLU with an Advanced Masters in Physical Therapy. In 1996, Joanne pursued her interest with the intricacies of hand therapy and became a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT). The greatest joy in Joanne's 30 years of physical therapy experience has been watching and helping people return to the things they love to do.
Sandie Justen, PT
Sandie Justen brings over 25 years of experience in providing high quality, caring services to her patients. She has worked in various settings including outpatient clinics, skilled rehab facilities, home health and hospitals. She was also involved in a hospital-based pain management program, which provided an intensive, multidisciplinary approach to pain. She is a graduate of the University of the Philippines . Sandie is married with two kids. She is involved with her church and enjoys traveling, hiking, downhill skiing and snowshoeing. Life is a lot of fun, as can be seen on her license plate "12LAUGH".
Tom Warner, PT
Tom Warner earned his Master of Physical Therapy from California State University, Long Beach in December of 2010. He is STOTT Pilates trained in both mat and reformer. He has an athletic background from many years of playing and coaching baseball. In his spare time, Tom enjoys running 5-10 K races and half marathons as well as swimming and weight lifting.
Megan Parent, DPT
Dr. Megan Parent began her education by receiving her Bachelor's degree from University of San Diego in Biology. She continued on to the University of Southern California where she earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She has a background in orthopedic and sports physical therapy. She enjoys exercising, snowboarding, yoga, and scuba diving. Megan's treatment philosophy is the following…."A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step" –Lao-Tzu
Bill Gabriel, DPT, OCS
Dr. Bill Gabriel earned his BA at Davidson College in North Carolina in 1994 and his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at the University of Southern California in 2004. While studying as an undergraduate at Davidson College, Bill played football and competed at the national level in Olympic weightlifting. Bill was active in athletic coaching in high school football and weight lifting at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. It was there that he completed certification as a Regional level coach with the United States Weightlifting Team. Bill became a Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist through the American Physical Therapy Association in 2006. He also completed certification as a pilates instructor with Body Arts and Sciences International in 2005, and as a Golf Performance Specialist with the Titlist Performance Institute in 2010. Bill currently serves as the clinical director of physical therapy at the Newport office. During his free time, Bill enjoys surfing and participating in sprint triathlons. "Just as a guitar string does not make musical sound if it is too tight or slack, so too are human beings unable to emit their wonderful contribution, to grow, or to heal optimally, if they strive too arduously or too little." -Buddha, 5th century BCE
Meredith Vaughan, OT, CHT
Meredith Vaughan has over 20 years experience in hand therapy. She graduated from University of Southern California in 1984 with a Bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy. In 1991, she earned the distinction of being a Certified Hand Therapist. In 2002, she expanded her interests and became certified in Lymphedema Management. Her vast experience in outpatient hand therapy has allowed her to gain valuable knowledge and skills to excel in the field of hand rehabilitation. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys spending time with her husband and twin daughters. Her hobbies include rubber stamping, reflexology, and American sign language.
Suzanne Ginnow, PT, DPT
Dr. Suzanne Ginnow graduated from the University of Virginia with a B.S. degree in Kinesiology, concentrating in Sports Medicine. As an undergraduate, Suzanne was a Division I Student-Athlete on the Women's Cross Country and Track & Field teams. Her athletic experience sparked her interest in the physical therapy profession and she went on to receive her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree at Emory University. When not helping others at CTS, Suzanne enjoys the outdoors, running, yoga, Pilates, and relaxing at the beach. Suzanne lives her life to the fullest and believes "To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift." - Steve Prefontaine
