Lissa graduated from San Diego State University with a degree in Kinesiology: Athletic Training and then obtained her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Saint Augustine.

As a Certified Athletic Trainer, Lissa has worked with over 23 intercollegiate sports programs including UCSD’s 2011 NCAA Women’s National Softball Champions. She has also been involved with the rehabilitation of professional cyclists, nationally ranked tennis players, and Olympic hopefuls. Lissa has worked with SpineZone for over 7 years and continues to enjoy working with athletes, JiuJitsu competitors, and weekend warriors, while also helping people meet their physical therapy goals. In her spare time, Lissa enjoys hiking, traveling, and Brazilian jiujitsu.