Daniel Lopez, PTA
Daniel was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest and earned his undergraduate degree in Exercise Science from Trine University in Indiana. After returning home, he explored several career paths, including personal training, before spending two and a half years as an exercise technician in a physical therapy clinic. Inspired by that experience, he went on to complete the Physical Therapist Assistant program at PIMA Medical Institute, graduating in 2020.
Since becoming a licensed PTA, Daniel has worked in a variety of clinical settings and is currently part of the team at A2. While he has previously worked as a traveling therapist—often selecting assignments near mountain ranges to pursue his passion for ice climbing—he is currently based in Tacoma while waiting for a potential winter placement.
Outside the clinic, Daniel enjoys mountaineering, alpine and ice climbing, and capturing the outdoors through photography. He lives in Tacoma with his partner and their two dogs, Delilah and Nia.
"My experience was great. Pain in my lower right quadrant of my back is virtually gone. This has improved my quality of life tremendously. Everyone I had contact with was very courteous and helpful. Special thanks to Alika and Danny for helping me learn exercises that have helped my back. Thank you."
− Ken
"Clear, communicative staff that showed great motivation in helping me return to my return to my recreational work and athletic activities Danny is super knowledgeable and had a strong sense of intuition in helping me identify and overcome my limitations. I’ve made an excellent recovery from a critical injury thanks to A2 and am now back to my usual flow."
− Keyon
"Kristi gives me a great positive feeling; to feel good bout myself. I have never been able to keep up on a food journal- now its easy. My personal goals are to have a decreased pulse rate, be fit, and take care of my heart. I come in on Wednedays at 5 am. Sometimes its hard to ge tout of bed, but I know I am working with someone (Kristi) who I am accountable too. Kristi is always so pleasant and never makes me feel ashamed of myself. A2 is a great place, each person is so positive. You learn to feel better by getting your mind to feel better first…. Think positive! I love this place, I will recommend each personto A2 either for PT or personal training. You guys are #1!"
− Suzie