ABOUT US.
We met in Physical Therapy school at Columbia University and specialized in different areas within our field. Our career paths led us to practice our trade in several different parts of the country including New York, Baltimore, and Houston. Through our adventures we have come to settle in sunny Southern California where we have decided to grow our family. We hope to get to know each and every one of you and hear your stories soon!
DR. SAM BELL, Physical therapist & Athletic Trainer
Prior to moving to California this past year, I spent 2 seasons on the Houston Astros medical staff serving a dual role of athletic trainer and team physical therapist. From 2012 to 2018 I worked as a physical therapist and assistant athletic trainer with the Baltimore Ravens, and was fortunate enough to be apart of the team during their Super Bowl Championship season. I received my Doctorate of physical therapy from Columbia University in 2012, Masters in athletic training from West Virginia University in 2009, and my Bachelors in athletic training from Purdue University in 2006. I served as an intern with the 2012 Pittsburgh Pirates, 2006-07 Miami Dolphins, and 2004 & 2005 Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Following my work in pro sports, I saw the disparity in care accessible to youth athletes, recreational athletes, and the general fitness population in comparison with pro-athletes. Our hope in creating Bell Physical Therapy is to provide a place where athletes of all ages can have access to the highest quality of physical therapy and performance services, to give each of them the best chance at achieving their goals. I currently live in Huntington Beach with my wife, Amanda, and son Sammy. We enjoy spending our time together outdoors, biking, hiking, camping and hanging at the beach.
Certifications
Functional Range Conditioning
Functional Range Assessment
Precision Nutrition Coach
Rocktape Basic & Performance
Functional Dry Needling
NASM, Performance Enhancement Specialist
Graston Certified
Licensed Physical Therapist
Licensed Athletic Trainer
DR. AMANDA BELL
Pediatric Physical Therapist
Hello! I am Dr. Amanda Bell, a licensed physical therapist, avid soccer fan, and puzzle enthusiast. My work experience includes extensive pediatric therapies, hospital-based training, outpatient orthopedics, and homecare services. I enjoy the challenge of working with each family, learning and sharing different philosophies on lifestyle, wellness, injury prevention, and strategies to help my kiddos achieve their highest quality of life.
I completed my Bachelor’s degree in 2009 at Boston University, followed by my Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Columbia University, where I met my husband and amazing business partner Sam. We currently live in Huntington Beach, California with our loving and adventurous son Sammy.
Certifications
Licensed Physical Therapist
Certified TheraTogs Fitter Level 1
Precision Nutrition Coach
Rocktape Basic & Performance
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