Ken's journey in the medical field began at Chapman University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in athletic training while also being a member of the football team. His passion for sports medicine and dedication to his studies led him to pursue a graduate assistant athletic trainer position at California State University Fullerton upon graduation. There, he worked with the men's wrestling team for two seasons while simultaneously earning his MS in kinesiology with an emphasis on sports performance and sports psychology.
For six years, Ken worked as an assistant and eventually became the Director of Athletic Training at Servite High School. His experience in this role further solidified his desire to pursue a career as a Physician Assistant. Ken made the decision to attend Marshall B. Ketchum University (MBKU) in Fullerton for his PA education. He graduated from MBKU with a PA certificate and an MMS. Following graduation, Ken worked in general orthopedic surgery for several years before joining his current practice, where he specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation.
Throughout his career, Ken has demonstrated a strong commitment to mentoring and guiding aspiring PAs through the admissions process. As the Vice President of the Pre-PA club at MBKU, he gained extensive experience editing essays and resumes, and administering mock interviews. Ken's personal struggle with the application cycle, which lasted three years before he received the necessary feedback to improve his application, has fueled his passion for helping others navigate the complex and competitive world of PA admissions.
Ken's approach to mentoring is centered on providing personalized guidance and support to each applicant. He takes the time to understand their strengths, experiences, and goals, and works closely with them to develop a strong application that showcases their potential as future PAs. He tries to understand how well-rounded each applicant is before diving into the counseling session. He assesses their strengths and weaknesses and offers ways to improve their application. He tends to be very meticulous and firmly believes that every detail matters.