STAR Physical Therapy - Woodside Road, Redwood City

02/11/2025

Dear Loyal S.T.A.R. family members,

As we enter into the New Year, we are happy to formally acknowledge the new ownership of S.T.A.R Physical Therapy, and congratulate Howard and his family on his hard-earned retirement. Howard created a strong, 30-year legacy that we are eager to continue, providing high-quality physical therapy services to you.

Long-time employee of S.T.A.R. Jason Powell with his wife, Elizabeth Powell (also a Doctor of Physical Therapy), purchased S.T.A.R. effective September 1, 2024, with the predominant and overwhelming feeling of excitement.

Our mission is outstanding patient-centered care for the mid-peninsula area, that will be at the forefront of every decision we make. The goal is to be the preeminent sport and orthopedic physical therapy provider in the mid-peninsula while maintaining the charm of S.T.A.R. We believe that building on the current reputation, operations, and legacy of S.T.A.R. will be the platform to reach the changing and evolving needs of the local community.

For Jason, this is a complete moment. Having been a patient as early as 2002, he also functioned as a volunteer aide, staff aide, front desk receptionist, staff physical therapist, lead physical therapist, and clinical director at S.T.A.R. He has now had a hand in each part of S.T.A.R. over the last 20 years and worked diligently to help mold S.T.A.R. into its current identity. As Jason’s confidant and sounding board for the last 10 years, Elizabeth believes in the work S.T.A.R. has done and the vision and values of S.T.A.R. Jason will be the visible presence in the clinic, but Elizabeth will be and has been working just as diligently behind the scenes to craft the patient experience you feel at S.T.A.R.

We both look forward to being a positive presence and resource in the community we call home. It is through the outstanding staff at S.T.A.R. that we are confident we can continue to provide the care the community has come to expect and elevate the experience for returning patients and new patients alike. We look forward to helping each of you on your journey to physical health and achieving your full human capacity.

All our best,
Jason and Elizabeth Powell

02/07/2025

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10/31/2024

Happy Halloween 👻 from the STAR team! Stay safe tonight.

10/01/2024

Howard is retiring!!

It is with a mix of excitement and sweet sadness that Mindy and I bid farewell to STAR Physical Therapy!
We never dreamed that we would be doing this for 30 plus years and it is finally time to move on.
The 30 years have at times been challenging, exciting, rewarding, frustrating, fun, and confusing; sometimes all at once.
But, we can honestly say it has been a great ride and we thank all of the wonderful staff, patients, vendors, and all the individuals past and present that have made STAR PT the great success and thriving business it continues to be this day.
We have turned over "command of the ship" to Jason and Liz Powell. They are both excellent physical therapists but more importantly excellent people. They understand and want to nurture, grow, and preserve the legacy of a neighborhood and family vibe that has made STAR PT different from other clinics.
Jason started at STAR PT as a patient when he was a teenager. He has subsequently volunteered, been an aide, worked the front desk, and come back after college and PT school to be the senior and lead PT at STAR Physical Therapy these last 8 years.
The ship is in more than capable hands!
Mindy and I hope to spend more time in the mountains, on the trails, on the bike, with our daughters, and for me more time on the ski hill!
The hundred days on the hill ski season awaits!

Thank you to everyone who has been part of our STAR PT journey; especially to Steph, Dwayne, and Michelle who put up with all my ups and downs through the years!

Good luck to all,

Howard and Mindy

10/31/2023

Happy Halloween Everybody!

09/25/2023

Our patient treated us to his daughter’s beautiful creations! 🧁
https://bakedblooms.com/collections

12/23/2022

From the STAR family to yours….Happy Holiday’s to Everyone!

11/23/2022

Wishing Everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! Remember we will be closed Thursday 11/24 and Friday 11/25. Reopening on Monday 11/28

11/01/2022

Happy Halloween!

10/29/2022

Company getaway…. Today’s hike on the Arnold Rim Trail. Halloween costume party last night.