Lee Ann Muñoz
About Lee Ann Muñoz
Lee Ann Muñoz is a physical therapist with over 15 years of experience, currently working at Scripps Health and Akeso Physical Therapy & Wellness in San Diego, California.
Current Positions at Scripps Health and Akeso Physical Therapy & Wellness
Lee Ann Muñoz holds dual roles as a Physical Therapist at both Scripps Encinitas Rehabilitation Services and Akeso Physical Therapy & Wellness in San Diego, California. At Scripps Health, she applies her expertise to help patients recover and regain mobility. Simultaneously, at Akeso Physical Therapy & Wellness, she continues to provide high-quality physical therapy services, leveraging her extensive experience and specialized training.
Previous Employment History in Physical Therapy
Lee Ann Muñoz has held several significant positions throughout her career. At Comprehensive Physical Therapy, she worked as a Physical Therapist - Resident from 2022 to 2023. Before this, she worked for three years at Scripps Memorial Hospital-Encinitas. She served as Center Therapy Director at Concentra in 2019 and also held a long-term role as Center Therapy Director at U.S. HealthWorks from 2010 to 2018 in San Diego. Her early career includes roles at MLH Healthcare Inc., Kaiser Permanente, and Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital, among others.
Educational Background and Continued Learning
Lee Ann Muñoz earned a Transitional Doctorate at the Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, focusing on Administration & Practice Management in Physical Therapy, in 2012. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy from Universidad de Santa Isabel, obtained in 2001. Her commitment to life-long learning is evident through her completion of continuing education courses, including Movement System Impairment Syndromes at Washington University School of Medicine and training at the Barral Institute.
Specialized Training and Techniques
Lee Ann Muñoz specializes in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy, a impactful technique for treating spine-related disorders. She has expertise in Kinesiotaping and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization, as well as training in Myofascial Decompression and the Redcord NeurAc System. Her comprehensive training allows her to address a wide range of physical therapy needs using advanced and evidence-based methods.
Experience in Orthopedics and Occupational Medicine
With over 15 years of experience primarily in outpatient clinics, Lee Ann Muñoz has specialized in orthopedics and occupational medicine. Her extensive career in physical therapy spans various healthcare settings, allowing her to develop a nuanced understanding of different therapeutic needs. Her expertise ensures tailored treatment plans that effectively address both acute and chronic conditions.