Gina Yuasa is an occupational therapist who specializes in the rehabilitation of the hand and upper extremity, including both post-surgical and conservative treatment for disorders of the elbow, forearm, wrist and hand. She especially enjoys working with fractures and fabricating custom orthoses.
Gina earned her Certification in Hand Therapy in 2018. Prior to becoming an occupational therapist, Gina was a massage therapist for over 20 years, where she became proficient at treating soft tissue injuries.
Gina takes a patient-centered approach to her care by focusing on the unique goals for each patient and tailoring her treatment plans to help people maximize their functional potential. When not working, you can find Gina reading, exploring new restaurants, ballet, wine tasting, gardening and playing with her two cats.
Education
- Master of Occupational Therapy (University of Washington)
- Professional Certification in Massage Therapy (Seattle Massage School)
- Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration (University of Washington)
Specialized Training
- Custom splinting
- Hand/upper extremity rehabilitation
- Hand therapy
- Massage therapy
- Orthotic fabrication
- Post-operative care
- Scar management