Our Therapists

Griffith Yanagi, PT/Director received his undergraduate degree from the University of Washington in Psychology, and is a 1990 Physical Therapy graduate of the University of Wisconsin at LaCrosse. He has been in private practice since 1993, establishing clinics in Pearl City and Kaimuki, specializing in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation. His years of experience have emphasized direct patient care, utilizing manual therapy skills and specific therapeutic exercise programs to aid in recovery. His interests include working with young athletes focusing on performance enhancement and injury prevention. He believes in focusing on establishing excellent physician and patient communication, and guiding and educating patients towards achieving long-term goals.

Olivia Chang Yanagi, PT has been a Licensed Physical Therapist since 1991 working in out-patient and in-patient facilities, specializing in orthopedics, manual therapy, Neuro-Developmental Treatment (stroke therapy), geriatric populations, dance therapy, and sports injuries. She graduated with a B.S. in Physical Therapy from the University of North Dakota and a B.A. in Psychology & Physical Education from the University of San Francisco. She is also a lecturer at Kapiolani Community College in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. In 2004, she became a certified STOTT PILATES® instructor after discovering the benefits of STOTT PILATES® for herself and has incorporated those principles in her physical therapy treatments. Her other interests include dance and the performing arts.

Jeremy Ueki, PT, DPT is a graduate of Punahou School in 2010 and went on to earn his Bachelor of Science Sports Medicine degree from Pepperdine University in 2014, followed by his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Regis University in 2017. His areas of interest include orthopedic and sport injuries of all ages and skill levels. Under the guidance and mentorship of board certified orthopedic and sports clinical specialists and manual therapy fellows, Jeremy uses his experience and background to specialize in movement performance, injury recovery and exercise enhancement. Jeremy is moral and loyal who inspires himself and fellow colleagues in achieving excellence in the profession of physical therapy, as well as enhancing the physical health and functional abilities of individuals in the community. He is fun and compassionate to all individuals that he interacts with in the community. He is an altruistic leader who promotes lifelong learning, service, and healthy lifestyle to his peers. Outside of the clinic, Jeremy enjoys playing and watching all sports, weightlifting, going to the beach, and eating good food with good company.

Kyle Kurashima, PT, DPT, OCS Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy Dr. Kyle Kurashima was born and raised in Waipio, Oahu. He graduated from the University of Hawaii at Manoa with a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. Kyle then attended A.T. Still University (Arizona) where he earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2017. After graduation, Kyle furthered his education by completing an Orthopedic Residency Program at the Honorhealth hospital system in Scottsdale, Arizona. Following the year-long residency, Kyle went on to become a Board-Certified Specialist in Orthopedics in 2019. During his time in Arizona, Dr. Kurashima spent 2 years as an adjunct faculty member at Midwestern University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program assisting in musculoskeletal courses. Clinically, Dr. Kurashima specializes in manual therapy and movement system impairment principles to treat various orthopedic injuries. Kyle returned home to Hawaii in 2020 and enjoys running and fishing.

Bryce Wong, PT, DPT Dr. Bryce is a 2007 graduate of Maryknoll School and went on to receive his Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Science from University of San Francisco in 2011. He continued on to receive his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in 2014. During his final semester of PT school, he took advanced training classes to expand his knowledge on manual therapy. He practiced in an outpatient orthopedic clinic in Laguna Hills, CA for 6.5 years prior to moving back home to the islands. While Bryce previously specialized in the neck and back, he has experience treating pain stemming from all parts of the body. His areas of interest include orthopedic and sports rehabilitation of all ages. He is empathetic, caring, and enjoys spending time and getting to know each patient. During his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, playing sports, exercising, and eating.