Cortez Espinoza, PT, DPT, OCS

Following the DPT degree at APU, I went on to completing Kaiser Permanente, Southern California’s Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency program in 2024 and the Orthopedic Spine Fellowship in 2025.

In addition to teaching, I practice as a physical therapist at Kaiser Panorama City.

Currently pursuing a Doctorate of Physical Therapy Faculty Residency through Rocky Mountain University.

During my time at APU, I led two teams on a medical mission trip to Kenya, Africa composing of DPT students during the summers of 2025 and 2026 to serve at the Living Room International Hospital.

Education

• DPT, Azusa Pacific University, 2023
• BS, Exercise Science, California Lutheran University, 2020

Credentials/Certifications

• Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
• Spine Fellowship

Academic Area

• School of Health Sciences

Expertise

• Orthopedics
• Spine Mechanics and Interventions
• Sport Movement Analysis

Courses Taught

• PT 768 – Administration
• PT 781 – Integrated Clinical Decision Making