Dr. David Garcia was born and raised in the Salinas Valley. In 2020, he earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from California State University, Monterey Bay. He then continued his education at Azusa Pacific University, where he earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2025.

As a Salinas native, David is deeply connected to his community and is passionate about helping individuals stay healthy and active. His parents immigrated to the United States from Mexico and worked in the lettuce fields performing physically demanding labor. Witnessing the physical toll of hard work at a young age inspired David to pursue a career in physical therapy and give back to the community that raised him. During his doctoral training, he completed orthopedic clinical rotations in Salinas, where he worked with individuals from a variety of professions and backgrounds.

As a physical therapist, David focuses on helping patients return to the activities that are important to them through individualized care that may include therapeutic exercise, functional movement training, and manual therapy. David is also fluent in Spanish and enjoys providing care to all members of the community.

When David is not in the clinic, he enjoys going for runs and spending time with his family.