Our Team
Our goal at El Paso PTS is simple: to help you start living your best life again.
Whether it’s your first time trying PT or methods you’ve tried in the past that haven’t worked, we’ll uncover the cause of your issue and then help you start working toward your goals for the future. And we’ll make sure you have some fun along the way, too.
We truly value getting to know you and your story so we can provide effective care and an enjoyable journey.
Our shared standards:
Hearing your story and goals so we understand your unique circumstances, including what’s holding you back and what you’re working towards.
An individualized treatment plan to get you back to feeling like yourself quickly and confidently, plus education to continue caring for your body.
A fun, family-like community that keeps you engaged with your physical therapy process and excited to show up.
Rudy Marin Clinic Director, PT, DPT, CEEAA
CEORudy Marin Clinic Director, PT, DPT, CEEAA
CEO“Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.”
Co-Owner and Executive Board Member of El Paso Physical Therapy Services since 1993. Rudy is a 1990 graduate of the University of Louisville, School of Allied Health Professions. Clinical practice includes general orthopedics, hand/upper extremity injuries, sports medicine, and achieved certification as Exercise Expert for Aging Adults (CEEAA), as it relates to gait/balance/strength and analysis/correction of functional requirements for community dwelling aging adults. Rudy is a member of the Texas and American Physical Therapy Associations.
Jonathan Palmer PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical TherapyJonathan Palmer PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical TherapyDr. Jonathan Palmer earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Texas State University. Prior to that, he earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Sports Science from Texas State University. Jonathan is interested in acquiring his certification for Dry Needling and completing an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) residency. Jonathan enjoys helping patients get back to doing the things they love and reach their goals. He enjoys empowering his patients and building their confidence in their own capabilities and resiliency. Jonathan likes to build strong partnerships with his patients and creating a fun, safe and empowering environment for them to thrive in. In his free time Jonathan likes to exercise. spend time with his partner and their dog, reading fantasy and science fiction novels and playing games. He also enjoys cooking, baking and trying new recipes!
Tania Flores PTA
Physical Therapy AssistantTania Flores PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant“However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at”
Tania earned her Bachelor of Exercise Science with Pre-Rehabilitation Sciences Concentration from Texas State University and Associate of Applied Sciences from Western Technical College. In her free time, Tania likes to hang out with her friends, go shopping and travel. Tania is most interested in treating geriatrics, and balance.
Juvenal Olivares PTA
Physical Therapy AssistantJuvenal Olivares PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant“I used to be a pain in the neck, until i tried Physical Therapy.”
– Pinched Nerve
Juvenal Olivares has had a lifelong passion for sports and physical activity. Juvenal earned his Associates of Applied Sciences in Physical Therapy Assistant from Western Technical College. Upon completion of school, he found a passion for working with children with special needs and worked for one year in the Pediatric Physical Therapy setting. Juvenal earned his Dry Needling Level 1 certification through the Institute for Athlete Regeneration (IAR).
Juvenal enjoys working with patients of all ages and backgrounds to help improve their health and bring them above and beyond their expectations. He enjoys using manual therapy techniques as well as thinking outside the box with every session. He is a firm believer in the healing powers of a positive attitude and hard work and enjoys making therapy a fun and happy environment for optimal recovery.
In his free time he enjoys spending time with his family, working out, and exploring new local restaurants with his wife.
Rudy Marin Jr. PTA
Rudy Marin Jr. PTA
Rudy Marin earned his associate degree from El Paso Community College.
Rudy is most interested in treating shoulder and knee injuries.
Ruben Liano PT
Clinic DirectorRuben Liano PT
Clinic DirectorRuben Liano earned his Bachelor of Science in PT from Hogeschool Van Amsterdam.
Ruben specializes in sports injuries and manual therapy and is most interested in treating any sports-related injuries.
In his free time, Ruben enjoys coaching sports at the middle school level, spending time with his dogs, volunteering at local animal shelters, and competing in local triathlons.
Michelle Morton PTA
Physical Therapy AssistantMichelle Morton PTA
Physical Therapy AssistantMichelle Morton received her Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Western Technical College in El Paso, TX.
Since beginning her career, she has worked in both skilled nursing facilities and home health physical therapy settings. She enjoys treating the geriatric population.
In her spare time, she likes camping, hiking, traveling, and spending time with her family and dogs.
Adrian Llañez PT, DPT
Adrian Llañez PT, DPT
“Opportunities don’t happen, you create them.”
Adrian Llañez earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from The University of Texas at El Paso. Prior to that, Adrian obtained his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from New Mexico State University.
Adrian is most interested in treating orthopedics, neuromuscular, sports, and chronic pain.
In his free time, Adrian enjoys coaching, working out, and cooking.
Amanda Moeller PT, MPT, CKTP
Amanda Moeller PT, MPT, CKTP
“Strength doesn’t come from what you can do. It comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn’t.”
Joined EPPTS in 1999 and is a 1999 graduate of the University of Texas at El Paso Physical Therapy Program Amanda is certified by the McKenzie Institution in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy Parts A & B (Lumbar, Cervical, and Thoracic Spine). She is also certified as a Kinesio Taping Practitioner by the Kinesio Taping Association. Amanda has published research in the International Journal of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy, 2009. She is part of the Work Conditioning Development Team and generates Performance Improvement Reports to help maintain CARF accreditation. Her areas of interest include orthopedics, sports injuries, manual therapy, work conditioning, and neurorehabilitation. Amanda is a member of the Texas and American Physical Therapy Associations.
Kevin Wiener PT, DPT
Clinic DirectorKevin Wiener PT, DPT
Clinic Director“Persistence and belief in yourself leads to success in your recovery.”
Kevin received his Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences with a Minor in Chemistry from The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). Following UTEP, he graduated from Franklin Pierce University with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree (DPT). His areas of interest include orthopedics, geriatrics, and manual therapy.
Manny Rodriguez PT, MPT
Clinic DirectorManny Rodriguez PT, MPT
Clinic Director“Believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.”
Manny received his Master’s Degree of Physical Therapy from the University of Texas at El Paso in 2008. Since starting career, he has worked in multiple physical therapy settings such as; out- patient orthopedics, acute care hospital, skilled nursing facilities, and home health. He has a Mulligan Certification for upper/lower quarter, certification in Manual Decompression therapy, trained under McKenzie Fellow, and trained under Paris and Cyriax trained physicians and physical therapists. Manny is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association. His physical therapy interests include: Orthopedics, sports medicine, and Geriatrics.
Valerie Favela-Portillo PT, DPT
Valerie Favela-Portillo PT, DPT
“The best view comes after the hardest climb.”
Valerie received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology-Exercise Science with a minor in Biology from the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). She furthered her education at UTEP, receiving her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree in 2021. Her physical therapy interests are orthopedics and geriatrics.
Interested in Joining the Team?
We’re always looking to expand our talented team.