Meet the ASPIRE foothill Team
AARON MCGUINNESS PT, DPT, OCS, OWNER
HOURS: T/TH 7:00AM-6:00PM
Born and raised in Glendale, California, Aaron McGuinness is the passionate founder and owner of Aspire Physical Therapy & Sports Performance. A lifelong athlete and dedicated clinician, Aaron specializes in orthopedic and sports physical therapy, helping people move, train, and live at their very best.
He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Gonzaga University, where he was a four-year starting shortstop for the Bulldogs baseball team. This experience sparked his drive to help others recover and perform like athletes. Aaron went on to earn his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Southern California (USC) in 2011, followed by completing USC’s prestigious Orthopedic Residency Program, which earned him his Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) certification the same year.
Aaron opened Aspire Physical Therapy & Sports Performance in June 2015. Since then, Aspire has expanded to five thriving locations across La Cañada, La Crescenta, Glendale, and the newest location in Pasadena, situated inside the state-of-the-art Keck Medicine of USC medical office building.
Throughout his career, Aaron has worked alongside the top sports physicians in Los Angeles, including the team doctors for the Dodgers, the University of Southern California sports physicians, and the Los Angeles Lakers team physicians. His hands-on experience with elite athletes informs the advanced, evidence-based care he provides to every patient—from youth competitors to professionals.
Aaron develops sport-specific training programs, injury prevention plans, and post-operative recovery plans designed to restore strength, power, and confidence.
Certifications/Memberships:
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS)
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
Hawk Grips Technique for Manual Therapy
Reid Gantney PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS
HOURS: M 8AM-6PM T/T 7AM-6PM W 12-6PM F 7AM-12PM
In his free time, Reid enjoys playing basketball, softball, volleyball, and golf. Reid is excited to share his enthusiasm for movement and help patients of all ages get back to doing the activities that make them happy.
Megan Lund, PT, DPT
HOURS: T/W/TH/F 7AM-6PM
Megan earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Marquette University, where she was part of the direct admission program, completing both her undergraduate and graduate studies. Born and raised in Pasadena, California, Megan grew up immersed in sports—playing volleyball, soccer, and swimming from a young age.
She began playing volleyball at age 9 at San Gabriel Elite, later competing on the varsity team for four years at Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy. Megan continued her volleyball career at the collegiate level, playing for three years at Marquette University. Her lifelong involvement in athletics has given her a deep understanding of movement mechanics and the injuries associated with high-level competition.
Megan is passionate about helping each person who comes into the clinic recover and perform at their best, drawing on both her academic training and personal experience. Outside of physical therapy, she enjoys balancing her time between family, faith, and the arts. One of her greatest joys is teaching ceramics and mentoring youth at a Catholic summer camp.
Certifications:
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Mitchell G Skinner PT, DPT, MAT, ATC
HOURS: M/W/F 7AM – 6PM T/Th 7AM – 6PM
Mitchell G. Skinner is from La Crescenta, CA, and holds dual credentials in Athletic Training (ATC) and Physical Therapy (PT). He attended Cal Poly Pomona, where he majored in Kinesiology and Exercise Science and minored in Psychology.
Mitchell also completed a summer internship with the Dodgers High-A team in Rancho Cucamonga. Afterwards, he obtained his Master of Athletic Training degree at the University of Arkansas, where he worked with the Razorback Swim & Dive, Football, and Baseball teams.
He obtained his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Western University of Health Sciences. He also worked at Stanford University and The Ohio State University, where he collaborated with the Cardinal Football Men’s Crew teams and the Buckeye Football Men’s Tennis programs, respectively.
He currently holds certifications in Graston Technique, Owens Blood Flow Restriction, Rock-Blade IASTM, and Dynamic Tape. Recreationally, Mitchell enjoys playing pickleball, hiking, camping, lifting, and sometimes running.
Certifications:
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Certified Athletic Trainer
Katie Lowes Quon, PT, DPT
HOURS: T/Th/ 9AM-6PM
Katie received her Bachelor of Science in Integrative Biology at the University of California, Berkeley. While at Cal, she was a scholarship member of the top-ranked women’s swim team. It was Katie’s early exposure to Physical Therapy while rehabbing from injuries as a competitive swimmer that piqued her career interest.
Katied then attended Columbia University, earning a Doctor of Physical Therapy and graduating with high honors at the top of her class. She passed her Orthopedic Clinical Specialist board exams in 2011 and has spent her career developing strong manual therapy skills from inspirational mentors and completing numerous continuing education courses.
She believes that devoting time to connect with each patient is essential in prescribing the optimal combination of manual therapy and therapeutic exercises, leading to the quickest and most complete recovery from injury.
When not treating patients, Katie stays busy with her husband, 3 young kids, and rescue dog. She enjoys exercising, skiing, cooking, and reading a good book.
Certifications:
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Rae-Lyn Daza
Patient Care Coordinator
Melonie Caldera
Patient Care Coordinator
HOURS: WEEKDAYS 7AM-5PM (LUNCH 1-2PM)