Dr. Leo Chavez is the visionary founder and President of BioSport Physical Therapy. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from California State University, Fresno in 1998, followed by a Master’s in Physical Therapy in 2004. Dedicated to lifelong learning, he completed his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) in 2018 through Evidence In Motion (EIM).
To build his expertise in orthopedic and sports injuries, Dr. Chavez completed a four-year Athletic Training internship at Fresno State, working directly with NCAA Division I athletes, Olympians, and professional athletes. His notable collaborations include Michael Jordan, Trent Dilfer, Michael Pittman, Jeff Weaver, David Carr, Billy Volek, Amanda Scott, Laura Berg, Pat Hill, and the legendary Jerry Tarkanian.
Dr. Chavez remains at the forefront of physical therapy innovation through continuous advanced training. In 2004, he completed the prestigious Folsom Long-Term Advanced Manual Orthopedics Course, specializing in Nordic Manual Therapy. He became certified in Dry Needling in 2022 and is currently advancing his skills in spinal manipulation through intensive coursework with the Spinal Manipulation Institute under Dr. James Dunning, a program affiliated with the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy.
Since 2018, Dr. Chavez has served as CEO of BioSport Physical Therapy, where he focuses on mentoring the clinical team and implementing the innovative BioSport Business Model. This unique framework empowers therapists to grow into future owners and franchisees, ensuring BioSport’s continued expansion and commitment to excellence.