Meet the Director
of Physical Therapy
Dr. Fernando A. Villar PhD., PT
Dr. Fernando A. Villar, leads our Physical Therapy program with decades of experience in clinical practice, teaching, and research. His work focuses on movement science, orthopedic rehabilitation, and functional recovery, helping patients restore mobility, reduce pain, and return to meaningful daily activities. He brings a strong academic and clinical background to Dynamic Therapies, supporting both patients and clinicians through evidence-based care and mentorship.
Our Therapy Methods
Every patient has unique goals, so our approach to physical therapy is always individualized. We provide Pediatric and Adult Physical Therapy using evidence-based, functional treatment strategies designed to improve movement, reduce pain, and build strength for everyday life.
Our therapy sessions focus on restoring mobility, improving balance and coordination, and supporting long-term recovery through hands-on care and patient education. We work closely with families, caregivers, and referring providers to help each patient achieve meaningful progress both in the clinic and at home.
Our therapy sessions focus on restoring mobility, improving balance and coordination, and supporting long-term recovery through hands-on care and patient education. We work closely with families, caregivers, and referring providers to help each patient achieve meaningful progress both in the clinic and at home.
Credentials
- Physical Therapist License – California Maintains active licensure and clinical practice as a Physical Therapist. Present
- Director of Adult Physical Therapy – Dynamic Therapies, Inc., Arcadia, CA Clinical leadership and development of adult physical therapy services. 2022-Present
- Director of Physical Therapy Department – Southern California Medical Group, Los Angeles, CA Department leadership and clinical oversight. 2015
- Credentialed Clinical Instructor – American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Clinical instructor certification supporting mentorship and student training. 2015
- Associate Professor – School of Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, Portugal Courses included motor control, biomechanics, gait, anatomy, and research methodology. 2009 – 2011
- Lecturer – Department of Physical Therapy, California State University Long Beach Academic teaching in physical therapy education. 2012 – 2013
- Adjunct Professor – Department of Physical Therapy, Azusa Pacific University Clinical and academic instruction in physical therapy. 2008 – 2009
- Professional Member – American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Active professional membership and ongoing continuing education. 1991 – Present
Education
- Ph.D., Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy (Neuroscience) – University of Southern California 1995
- Portuguese Academic Doctoral Degree – University of Porto, Portugal 2009
- Master of Science, Physical Therapy – University of Southern California 1987
- Bachelor’s Degree, Physical Therapy – School of Medical Sciences of Minas Gerais, Brazil 1973