Dr. Alex Sung PT, DPT Physical Therapist
Dr. Alex Sung is an aspiring clinician who has a deep passion for helping people achieve their goals and becoming their problem solver. He was born and raised in South Korea and immigrated to the United States when he was 12 years old. He spent most of his life in Southern California. Dr. Alex was a dedicated personal trainer/coach and was involved in various departments in hospitals for 5 years before attending Chapman University to receive his doctorate in physical therapy, graduating in May 2022.
When it comes to outpatient sports practice, he strives to provide proper manual therapy for case-by-case scenarios, which includes soft tissue massages, joint mobilizations, and specific exercise progressions tailored to the patient’s diagnosis and needs. Dr. Alex has a strong belief in combining his knowledge as a Doctor of Physical Therapy, his experience as a personal trainer, his work in various hospital settings, and his personal journey through numerous injuries from competing in martial arts to assist his patients.
His work with high-level athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and individuals whose health was at risk has taught him valuable lessons on the importance of considering patients’ overall condition, being mindful of their circumstances, and being present to support their success.
Alex has a background in competing in Judo and Kickboxing tournaments since the age of 9 and continues to train in mixed martial arts and Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. He has a strong passion for combat sports and continuing to challenge his fitness. Dr. Alex’s hobbies include golfing on weekends, cooking, grilling, enjoying quality time with his loved ones, and traveling, as well as enjoying a good whiskey.
He is dedicated to helping you find a way to provide evidenced based treatments, get back to your sports, activities, powerlifting/olympic lifting, and becoming physically capable. He is committed to being there for you and helping you achieve your goals!