Donnie Phan was inspired to pursue a career in Physical Therapy through a combination of personal experience and professional curiosity. Witnessing his grandfather face the challenges of multiple strokes later in life, paired with seeing friends thrive in the therapy world, sparked his interest in the power of exercise-based rehabilitation and the difference it can make in people’s lives.

Donnie completed his undergraduate studies at Texas Tech University and earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from A.T. Still University. His path to becoming a PT was shaped by a major career change, during which he balanced full-time work and night school to meet the prerequisites for PT school. During that time, he also dedicated countless hours volunteering in therapy clinics, which helped solidify his decision to fully commit to the profession.

Donnie enjoys working with middle-aged to older adults, particularly those dealing with orthopedic issues such as knee, shoulder, and lumbar conditions. He also has a passion for treating patients with neurological diagnoses, including stroke (CVA), spinal cord injuries, and Parkinson’s disease.

He chose to join Therapy Excellence after learning more about the team’s strong values, collaborative environment, and genuine commitment to patient care—all qualities that aligned with the type of clinic he wanted to be a part of.

Outside of work, Donnie values time with his wife, their two children, and their three dogs. He also enjoys working out, running, and playing tennis whenever he can.