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Lakeland Hills

We are excited to announce our Lakeland Hills clinic is now open! Offering Physical Therapy, Vestibular Therapy, Bike Fits, Orthotics, and Massage Therapy! 

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Meet the team

MICHAEL HUFFINGTON, CLINIC DIRECTOR, PT, DPT,OCS,SCS

MICHAEL HUFFINGTON, CLINIC DIRECTOR, PT, DPT,OCS,SCS

MICHAEL HUFFINGTON, CLINIC DIRECTOR, PT, DPT,OCS,SCS

 Education: Bachelors in Philosophy with minor in History, University of Illinois

 BS in Exercise Science, Eastern Washington University   

Graduate School:  Doctor of Physical Therapy, Eastern Washington University 

Certifications: OCS - Orthopedic Clinical Specialist 

SCS - Sports Clinical Specialist 

Clinical Specializations/Interests:  

-Fo

 Education: Bachelors in Philosophy with minor in History, University of Illinois

 BS in Exercise Science, Eastern Washington University   

Graduate School:  Doctor of Physical Therapy, Eastern Washington University 

Certifications: OCS - Orthopedic Clinical Specialist 

SCS - Sports Clinical Specialist 

Clinical Specializations/Interests:  

-Foot and ankle disorders

-Shoe and insole modifications

-Orthotics casting

-Advanced manual therapy

-Ergonomic analysis and training

-Movement analysis for rehabilitation and sports performance, including running analysis

-Bike Fitting

-Pack Fitting

-Return to sport for team sports and court sports

-Return to activity for hikers/long distance hikers, climbers, runners, cyclists 

-Maintenance of activity/play for the aging athlete

Why I love being a PT: I love that we can help unlock new possibilities for people

How I stay active: I'm into hiking, rock climbing, road cycling, weight lifting, running

Interests: Besides my outdoor interests, I have a large garden and a small flock of chickens that I tend to. I can also be found enjoying some excellent local community theater 

One word that describes me:  Always growing

Favorite vacation spot: Any place with mountains 

Tanner Bohl, PT, DPT

MICHAEL HUFFINGTON, CLINIC DIRECTOR, PT, DPT,OCS,SCS

MICHAEL HUFFINGTON, CLINIC DIRECTOR, PT, DPT,OCS,SCS

 Education: Central Washington University: Bachelor of Science in Biology

Nova Southeastern University: Doctorate of Physical Therapy 

Certifications: Certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS)

Clinical Specialization/Interests: 

Orthopedics and sports. 

Why I love being a PT: I love being able to help people when they are in a time

 Education: Central Washington University: Bachelor of Science in Biology

Nova Southeastern University: Doctorate of Physical Therapy 

Certifications: Certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS)

Clinical Specialization/Interests: 

Orthopedics and sports. 

Why I love being a PT: I love being able to help people when they are in a time of need in order to help them return to the things they love to do. 

How I stay active: Going to the gym

Interests: Going to sporting events with friends and family 

One word that describes me: Focused 

Favorite vacation spot: Maui, Hawaii

NICK MCELWAIN, PTA

MICHAEL HUFFINGTON, CLINIC DIRECTOR, PT, DPT,OCS,SCS

NICK MCELWAIN, PTA

  Education: Highline College AA degree 

PIMA Medical Institute, Physical Therapist Assistant 

Clinical Specializations/Interests: Sports medicine 

Why I love being a Tech: I'm fascinated with the human body and creating genuine connections with people in the community

How I stay active: Lifting weights, Jiu jitsu, hiking, swing dancing

Intere

  Education: Highline College AA degree 

PIMA Medical Institute, Physical Therapist Assistant 

Clinical Specializations/Interests: Sports medicine 

Why I love being a Tech: I'm fascinated with the human body and creating genuine connections with people in the community

How I stay active: Lifting weights, Jiu jitsu, hiking, swing dancing

Interests: Learning the guitar and philosophy 

One word that describes me: Curious 

Favorite vacation spot: Nature!


Honey Lopez, PTA

MICHAEL HUFFINGTON, CLINIC DIRECTOR, PT, DPT,OCS,SCS

NICK MCELWAIN, PTA

Education: Physical Therapist Assistant, Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Laramie County Community College 

Certifications: BLS CPR

Clinical Specialization/Interests: Posture

Why I love being a PTA: I get to be a part of people's come back stories

How I stay active: Keep up with my three kids, playing sports of all kinds: Softball, soccer, 

Education: Physical Therapist Assistant, Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Laramie County Community College 

Certifications: BLS CPR

Clinical Specialization/Interests: Posture

Why I love being a PTA: I get to be a part of people's come back stories

How I stay active: Keep up with my three kids, playing sports of all kinds: Softball, soccer, basketball, 4 square, ping-pong, bowling, pogo stick

Interests: riding horses, hiking, tap dance, sewing, baking, watching movies with my family, neighborhood cookouts

One word that describes me: Determined

Favorite vacation spot: Alaska


Alex Park, Physical Therapy Technician

Kenya Nelson, Patient Services Representative

Alex Park, Physical Therapy Technician

Coming Soon!

Abigail Foster, LMT

Kenya Nelson, Patient Services Representative

Alex Park, Physical Therapy Technician

Coming Soon!

Kenya Nelson, Patient Services Representative

Kenya Nelson, Patient Services Representative

Kenya Nelson, Patient Services Representative

 Education:

 Master of Social Work, Walla Walla University

Why I love being a Patient Services Representative: I love to meet and engage with people from all walks of life; I enjoy supporting and cheering patients on their Physical Therapy treatment journey from beginning to end.

How I stay active: Cardio, strengthening and conditioning exer

 Education:

 Master of Social Work, Walla Walla University

Why I love being a Patient Services Representative: I love to meet and engage with people from all walks of life; I enjoy supporting and cheering patients on their Physical Therapy treatment journey from beginning to end.

How I stay active: Cardio, strengthening and conditioning exercise , walking and yoga stretches

Interests: Crafts, spending time with friends and family, canoeing (even though I have not done it in a long time), cooking (when I have time) and pickleball

One word that describes me: Collected

Favorite vacation spot: Anywhere with 75–80-degree weather, sandy beaches and clear blue skies

We love our patients, feel free to visit during normal business hours. Located in the Lakeland Hills Town Center next to Nekter Juice Bar and Orange Theory.

PNW Sports Institute

1408 Lake Tapps Parkway Southeast, Auburn, Washington 98092, United States

P: 253-260-6614 F: 253-238-2942 Mhuffington@outpatientpt.com

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