Jonathan Ide Don
About Jonathan Ide Don
Jonathan Ide Don serves as the Director of Physical Therapy (RnD & Commercial) at Hinge Health, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in physical therapy, coaching, and education, with a background that includes roles at various organizations and advanced studies in the field.
Work at Hinge Health
Jonathan Ide Don serves as the Director of Physical Therapy (RnD & Commercial) at Hinge Health, a role he has held since 2020. In this position, he collaborates closely with the Product, Clinical, and Clinical Operations Teams to enhance the delivery of products and services. His experience in both research and commercial aspects of physical therapy supports Hinge Health's mission to improve patient outcomes through innovative solutions.
Previous Experience in Physical Therapy
Prior to his current role, Jonathan worked at Hinge Health as a Senior Physical Therapy Consultant from 2019 to 2020. His career includes significant positions such as Coach and Seminar Staff at MobilityWOD from 2017 to 2019, and Coach and Movement and Mobility Specialist at San Francisco Crossfit from 2015 to 2019. He also served as an Outpatient Physical Therapist at California Pacific Medical Center from 2009 to 2015, gaining extensive experience in various physical therapy settings.
Educational Background
Jonathan Ide Don holds a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of California, San Francisco, which he completed from 2007 to 2010. He also studied at UCLA, earning a Bachelor of Science in Physiological Science from 2001 to 2005. Additionally, he completed the Kaiser Hayward Fellowship in Advanced Orthopedic Manual Therapy from 2010 to 2013. His foundational studies in Human Kinetics at The University of British Columbia further enhance his expertise in the field.
Co-Ownership of Ide-Don Physical Therapy
Jonathan is a co-owner of Ide-Don Physical Therapy, where he contributes to the management and strategic direction of the practice. This role allows him to apply his extensive knowledge and experience in physical therapy to improve patient care and operational efficiency.
Teaching Experience
Jonathan has experience in academia, having served as a Lecturer in Orthopedic Physical Therapy at the University of California, San Francisco from 2014 to 2016. This role involved educating future physical therapists, demonstrating his commitment to advancing the field through teaching and mentorship.