Staff

Garret Gheen, MPT

Physical Therapist

Garret graduated from Loma Linda University in 2004 with a Bachelor's in Health Science and Master's degree in Physical Therapy. Garret started his career in Southern California, developing new courses and curriculum for some of the latest physical therapy techniques. He and his young family moved to the Redding area in 2007, where here at Anderson Physical Therapy he is specializing in outpatient orthopedics and neck/back rehabilitation. He has developed rehabilitation programs for total joint rehabilitation as well as a vestibular (dizziness) rehabilitation program.

Mr. Gheen is currently going through a rigorous clinical process to become an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, certified through the American Physical Therapy Association. He is a devoted family man active in sports and outdoor recreation including: mountain biking, running, hiking, golfing, fly fishing, snowboarding, and surfing when able. With a genuine personality and sports background, he is able to incorporate his knowledge and experience into the treatment of our patients.

Rena

Receptionist

Rena has extensive bookkeeping and customer service experience and brings a friendly and personal touch to our front desk reception where she greets patients, verifies insurance and does the scheduling of appointments. She is married and has three daughters and four granddaughters. She enjoys her work but really enjoys playing with the grand children when not traveling with her husband on their Harley-Davidson motorcycles.

Kirsten Gardner

PT Tech

Kirsten graduated from West Valley and has been working as a Physical Therapy Tech at Anderson Physical Therapy for the last two years. She assists Garret in providing therapeutic care. Whether administering an ultrasound or assisting with therapeutic exercises Kirsten, always exhibits a caring and friendly attitude toward our patients. She enjoys visiting with friends and going to the lake.

Deeta Pasero

PT Tech

Deeta Pasero graduated from Anderson High School and has taken several business classes at Shasta College. She has previous medical office experience and has just recently started with us at Anderson Physical Therapy as a Physical Therapy Tech. Deeta is an award winning Middle Eastern Dancer and teaches in the evenings at Redding Ballet Academy. She is married to a teacher and has a daughter who enjoys playing the piano. In their free time they ride their bicycles as a family and enjoy traveling.

Shannon

ROP Student

Shannon is a senior at Anderson High School. As an ROP student she comes into Anderson Physical Therapy in the mornings to learn about all of the parts of physical therapy, then, she works as a Physical Therapy Tech in the afternoons. She is planning on attending Shasta Collage in the fall of 2011 for 2 years. She plans to go to California State University Sacramento for their Physical Therapist program. In her off time she enjoys shooting pool with her friends and playing with her dogs.