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Health Atlast Philosophy

Health Atlast approaches wellness differently. Together, Drs. Stephanie and Wayne Higashi, DC, had the vision of opening clinics that would provide the care and treatment they would want for themselves and their family. Where the best doctors are working together to provide the highest technology of health care all in one location.

Since graduating together in 2000, the practice took over a pre-existing practice in 2001 that had been in existence since 1987. They grew tremendously and soon found they needed more space and doctors to help keep up with the number of patients they were seeing.

Finding the need to provide a comprehensive approach to care and really needing to face the issue of a large number of medications prescribed, they built a team of board-certified medical doctors, chiropractors, acupuncturists, and massage therapists to provide multidisciplinary care for patients. The team at Health Atlast treats your pain, injury, and illness in a cohesive way. They work together as one to optimize your health, increasing the effectiveness of your therapy.

The Higashis saw the need to have this comprehensive approach in more than just West LA and out of seeing the opioid crisis, high suicide rates and overdose problem they together established in 2012, Health Atlast – the first multidisciplinary health care franchise in the world. Each Health Atlast franchisee has been personally selected and each clinic offers convenient office locations across the Los Angeles metro area, including West LA, which was established in 2014, serving Mar Vista, Culver City, and Venice, Marina Del Rey, Inglewood and Playa del Rey, area as well as clinics located in Sherman Oaks, Costa Mesa, Fountain Valley and Long Beach California. The team has helped thousands of patients find lasting relief through multidisciplinary pain and wellness management.

Patients often come to Health Atlast with messy histories of care. They have been prescribed multiple medications by numerous providers rather than receiving a complete treatment plan from one office. Founders Stephanie Higashi, DC, and Wayne Higashi, DC, created a medical clinic that offers patients holistic treatment options.

Health Atlast partners with you to better understand your condition and develop a custom treatment plan. They provide medical exams, chiropractic, acupuncture, massage, have onsite x-ray. They have arthritis treatment therapies, chiropractic services, migraine headache treatment, and more all under one roof.

Call the office or schedule an appointment online to start your journey today.

Meet Dr. Jacquelyn martin

Dr. Martin graduated with high honors in the Doctorate of PT program at University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, CA. Prior to becoming a Physical Therapist, Dr. Martin was involved in volunteering at the US open adapted surf championships, Pro-Bono Pediatrics clinic, Rock Steady Boxing, and was assistant coach for Beach Volleyball at a local high school. Dr. Martin enjoys using her PT knowledge in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation with her passion for athletics, exercise, movement and wellness to serve the Oceanside community.

Dr. Martin is from Encinitas, CA. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology from Cal Poly SLO where she played Beach Volleyball for the team, founded the club beach volleyball team, and studied abroad in San Sebastian, Spain.  In her free time she loves surfing, hiking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Meet Dr. Flynn

Dr. Flynn’s path to the vocation of physical therapist is not the norm. After graduating from Arizona State University with a B.S. in International Financial Management, he embarked on a career in the financial services industry. Growing frustrated with the lack of benefit he could provide to his clients, Dr. Flynn decided to focus on his passion-movement of the human body. This led Dr. Flynn to seek out options for a career in which he could use his skills to better the lives of others on a physical and mental level.

Dr. Chris Flynn, PT, DPT received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in 2010. While attending graduate school, he completed advanced coursework in manual physical therapy and assessment of musculoskeletal conditions. Since graduation, he has been practicing outpatient, orthopedic physical therapy. Dr. Flynn believes in treating the whole body entirely, using functional movement assessments to determine the cause of dysfunction. Then, working collaboratively with the patient/client, a solution is tailored to each individual. Dr. Flynn partnered with Dr. Craig-Jones to open Pipeline Physical Therapy with a shared vision to provide a new model of physical therapy focused on overall movement, health and wellness of each individual.

Dr. Flynn was raised in Phoenix, AZ and relocated to Southern California for graduate school in 2008. In his spare time, Dr. Flynn enjoys spending time on the beach and local hiking trails with his wife Antonia, son Ashton and their dog Dolce.

Meet Dr. Koehler

Dr. Koehler graduated from Mount Saint Mary’s University of Los Angeles in 2019 with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. While attending PT school, she started her journey for pelvic health taking additional courses through Herman and Wallace. She has completed Levels 1, 2A, 2B, and capstone courses for pelvic health as well as visceral + fascial mobilization of the urinary and reproductive systems in the more recent years. Dr. Koehler’s passion is helping every gender achieve good pelvic health as well as general functional fitness.

Dr. Koehler grew up in Bucks County, Pennsylvania and completed a Bachelors of Science in Rehabilitation and Human Services at The Pennsylvania State University. In her free time, Dr. Koehler enjoys hiking with her dog & husband as well as hanging out at the beach and reading.

Meet Dr. Craig-Jones

Dr. Mark Craig-Jones, PT, DPT received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in 2011, graduating with high honors. While attending graduate school, he completed advanced coursework in manual therapy techniques and assessment of musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Craig-Jones has a strong background in exercise prescription and sports performance. He completed his undergraduate degree in kinesiology with an emphasis in exercise science in 2008.

Dr. Craig-Jones began his career as a physical therapist working in an inpatient rehab facility with primarily geriatric patients and treating conditions ranging from post-op total knee replacements to strokes and pulmonary disorders. However, after 1 year in this setting and with his advanced training in musculoskeletal conditions, found that his passion was in orthopedic rehabilitation. Therefore, he worked for the next two years in a private outpatient orthopedic clinic to gain vital experience and refine his manual therapy skills. While working in this field, he also had the opportunity to work as a Home Health therapist treating individuals in their own environment. He continued to work in this setting for 2 years before embarking on his goal of establishing, owning, and operating Pipeline Physical Therapy with fellow PT Dr. Chris Flynn.

Dr. Craig-Jones was born and raised in the United Kingdom before moving to California in 2000. He grew up with a very active lifestyle, playing soccer competitively through youth and college levels, and is an avid surfer and rock climber. He has an interest in all sports and uses this experience to create specific rehab programs for all his patients no matter what their desired activity.

Meet Dr. Flynn

Toni joined the Pipeline Physical Therapy family shortly after they opened in 2015. Toni matriculated from Humboldt State University in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, and then received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine in 2011. Toni has a strong background in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy with an emphasis in the treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction. She has completed the CAPP levels 1-3 series in pelvic floor physical therapy through the American Physical Therapy Association’s Section on Women’s Health.

Being an avid runner, toni also has a special interest in gait mechanics, and she has completed additional training in the assessment and treatment of lower extremity runners. Toni loves the outdoors, and in her spare time, you can often find her running with friends or hiking with her husband, son and their jack russell terrier, Dolce.

*CAPP certification is a complex, three level course program designed to evaluate pelvic health dysfunctions for both male and female individuals. Upon completion of this program the physical therapist is able to perform evaluations and interventions to assist in decreasing pain/dysfunction and increasing pelvic health.

Meet Dr. Whitaker

Dr. Whitaker graduated from the University of St. Augustine with his doctorate in physical therapy in 2015, where he was recognized for Excellence in Manual Therapy. He worked as a personal fitness trainer for several years before going on to pursue a career in physical therapy. His passion for health and fitness and expertise in orthopedic rehabilitation drive his practice of physical therapy. He is dedicated to providing direct and individualized care to his patient’s with orthopedic, neurologic, and performance related dysfunctions.

Dr. Whitaker grew in Mammoth Lakes, CA, which helped to shape his love of the outdoors. Beyond the clinic he spends his time surfing, weight training, playing tennis, and trying to keep up with his daughters Dilynn and Wesleigh.

Meet Dr. Vavala

Dr. Vavala graduated from the University of St. Augustine in San Marcos, CA with her doctorate in physical therapy. She graduated with high honors and was recognized for Excellence in Manual Therapy. Prior to becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy, she has experience working pro bono for pediatrics, coaching middle school and high school volleyball, and personal training.

Dr. Vavala was raised in Tucson, AZ. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Nutritional Sciences with Magna Cum Laude from the University of Arizona where she played competitive indoor volleyball through her senior year of college. Her experience as an athlete instilled an appreciation for the power of movement and the importance of maintaining peak physical condition as well as the challenges involved in the rehabilitative process. She continues to enjoy staying active in a variety of ways including weightlifting, running, and pickleball.