Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Dr. Bieta Kia. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Alright, Dr. Bieta thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. What did your parents do right and how has that impacted you in your life and career?
As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?
Hi, I’m Bieta.
I graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2008 with a BS in Kinesiology Exercise Science and earned my Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2013. Board certified and an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association, I specialize in outpatient physical therapy, with extensive experience in orthopedic concerns and sports-related injuries. My background includes working in hospital-based clinics and private practice, where I’ve successfully treated a diverse population. As a fitness enthusiast who enjoys exercising, I leverage my passion to help individuals return to sport and activity with full performance. My approach involves designing individualized care plans through conservative treatment and education, addressing not just symptoms but also the root of the problem for lasting results and an improved quality of life.
I specialize in outpatient care; focusing on orthopedic concerns and sports-related injuries. I’m particularly passionate about musculoskeletal disorders, pregnancy related pain, post-operative rehabilitation, acute and chronic spine dysfunction, shoulder, and knee pathologies. As a fitness enthusiast, I understand the importance of returning to full performance after injury, excelling in designing individualized plans of care through conservative treatment and education. Beyond managing symptoms, I strive to identify the root of the problem, ensuring lasting results and an improved quality of life for my patients.
I am passionate about guiding my clients to a pain-free life and unlocking their body’s incredible healing potential with precision and purpose. I take a total-body, hands-on approach to addressing dysfunction. I find joy in every client’s journey to better feeling.
My specialties:
deep tissue hands-on manual therapy
trigger release
cupping
kinesio/rock tape
active release
neuromuscular reeducation
transverse friction massage
tissue compliance restoration
passive and active stretching
specific exercises for strengthening / range of motion
Can you tell us about what’s worked well for you in terms of growing your clientele?
How do you keep your team’s morale high?
I currently am working individually, however I have managed a large team with my previous employer. I truly enjoyed every aspect of being a leader and building relationships with various providers. These skills have led me to be an affective business owner.
Contact Info:
- Website: Bietakiapt.com
- Instagram: BietakiaPt
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/bieta-kia-pt-dpt-westlake-village?utm_campaign=www_business_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct)
- Other: Google: https://g.co/kgs/9sBwKyp