Dr. David Fathalikhani

More about Dr. David Fathalikhani

David is an active member of the APTA nationally and in his home state of Colorado, working as a part of the private practice and geriatrics educational committees and speaking at numerous national conferences throughout his career. His experience as a former NCAA athlete gives him unique insight into the needs of athletes and active individuals, while his public health background enables him to take a holistic approach to patient care.

Education

David graduated with his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia in 2016. Prior to that, he earned his Masters of Public Health degree and a Bachelors of Science in Biology from The Ohio State University. In his nearly 10 years of clinical experience, David has continued to advance his clinical skills and education by completing the rigorous coursework as a Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapy (COMT) and obtained his level II dry needling certification from the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists.

• 2016: Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Marymount University
• 2015: Master of Public Health, The Ohio State University
• 2012: Bachelor of Science in Biology, The Ohio State University

Certifications

• Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT)
• Certified Dry Needling Level II (Cert. DN)

Specialties

David prides himself on providing expert clinical care to those he serves by combining his experience in manual therapy and high level exercise and strength training to empower his patients. David brings his experiences as a NCAA student-athlete from his time as a pitcher at The Ohio State University to give patients an elite experience to help everyone achieve their goals and pursue one's passions to the fullest. David enjoys all aspects of specialty clinical care including sports and orthopedics, pre and post operative rehabilitation and preventive wellness care to ensure those he cares for continue to push themselves and get back to the things they love in life.

Fun Facts

David successfully summited Mt. Everest in the spring of 2024, demonstrating his commitment to personal achievement and pushing boundaries.