Meet Your Surge Mobile Physical Therapy Team

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Owner | Physical Therapist

Dr. Sergio Hafid Martinez PT, DPT, FAAOMPT, Cert. DN

PT License #: 1267702

  • Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedics and Manual Physical Therapy
  • Certified Dry Needling Specialist
  • Clinical Instructor through APTA

Sergio was born and raised in Brownsville, Texas where he earned a Bachelors of Science in Health and Human Performance- Exercise Science from the University of Texas at Brownsville in 2011.

Sergio then went on to earn his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas in 2015.

In 2018 Sergio completed a rigorous 3 year Residency and Fellowship from the Manual Therapy Institute and is now a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic and Manual Physical Therapy. He has experience in outpatient rehabilitation where he has treated a variety of complex diagnosis, home health for the geriatric population, and has practiced in Central Texas and South Texas before starting his own practice.

Sergio is also Certified in Dry Needling and is a Certified Clinical Instructor through the American Physical Therapy Association.

Sergio has done pro bono work with orthopedic surgeons and athletic trainers for high school athletes in the Central Texas area and enjoys community service work. Sergio is currently seeking to be Board Certified to become both an Orthopedic and Sports clinical specialist. Sergio is currently a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, Texas Physical Therapy Association, and American Academy of Orthopedic and Manual Therapy.

Aside from work, Sergio enjoys playing golf, watching movies, grilling, and spending time with his wife Rocio Martinez and his two boys Mateo and Mason.

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Owner | Physical Therapist

Dr. Rocio Martinez, PT, DPT, CRT, RRT-NPS, Cert. DN, PRPC, Certified Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner

  • Double Board Certified as Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist
  • Licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy
  • Pelvic Health Provider
  • Certified Dry Needling Specialist
  • Certified in Advanced Pelvic Floor Dry Needling
  • Certified Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner

Rocio was born and raised in Brownsville, Texas but her family's roots stem from a loving Mexican culture. She graduated with Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio in 2013. She then developed experience in the adult, pediatric, and neonatal intensive care units at various hospitals in San Antonio between 2013-2015 in which she gained experience as a critical transport team member that transports sick infants via land and air.

She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from the University of Mary Hardin Baylor in Belton, Texas in 2017. Throughout her career she has earned Double Board Certifications as a Certified and Registered Respiratory Therapist and Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist. She has earned certifications in Dry Needling, Kinesio-taping, and recently became a Certified Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner (PRPC) and has earned the certifications in Pelvic Floor Therapy Levels 1and 2A from the prestigious Herman and Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institution.

She has gained experience in working in the acute care, outpatient, and home health settings for pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations. She also has experience in vertigo, aquatic therapy, women's health/pelvic health, neurological conditions, orthopedic conditions, sports injuries, and post-surgery rehabilitation. She is now more focused on incorporating Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy to her practice as she has found a heavy need for it in the Brownsville, Olmito, Harlingen, San Benito, Los Fresnos, and surrounding areas of Cameron County. Aside from work, she enjoys spending time with her family.

There is only less than a handful of Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Practitioners in the entire Rio Grande Valley.

If you are in need of pelvic floor therapy services, you can find your nearest pelvic rehabilitation practitioner in the Pelvic Rehab directory:

You can find your local therapist using any of the following links: https://hermanwallace.com/list-of-certified-pelvic-rehabilitation-practitioners, www.pelvicrehab.com, https://pelvicguru.com/professional/rocio-martinez/

Physical Therapy Cameron County Surge Mobile Physical Therapy Hugo Mata PT DPT
Clinical Director | Port Isabel

Dr. Hugo Mata, PT, DPT, Cert. DN

Hugo was born and raised in Brownsville, Texas. He graduated in 2014 from The University of Texas at Brownsville with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. He attended The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston and earned a Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2020.

While earning his doctorate degree, he offered pro bono physical therapy in St Vincent’s Clinic for the under-insured population. He also collaborated with occupational therapy students while serving on a mission trip in Guatemala. He recently became a Certified Dry Needling Specialist and plans to further his education by earning a Fellowship in Orthopedic Manual Therapy. When not in the clinic, Hugo enjoys being outdoors and spending time with his family.

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Physical Therapist

Dr. Gerardo Valadez PT, DPT, MS, Cert. DN

Gerardo was born and raised in Brownsville, Texas. He is a United States Army Corps of Engineers Veteran. Gerardo received his undergraduate degree in Behavioral Science from McNeese State University in 2016. Following the end of his military contract, Gerardo completed a Master of Science in Kinesiology from the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas in 2018 his research focused on providing alternative medicine to treat PTSD for military Veterans. 

Gerardo then transplanted to Miami, Florida in 2019 to complete his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. His latest research focused on implementing an Early Intervention Physical Therapy model of care in the treatment of acute low back pain. Gerardo was part of the Operation Lone Star team, a medical mission to provide medical services to the Rio Grande Valley. He is committed to providing world-class patient care to the Rio Grande Valley area.

Due to his past experiences, he understands that the rehabilitation process is a multi-faceted approach involving physical, mental, and social barriers. He believes that the human body is our most important resource; therefore, he uses a whole-body approach to ensure his patients are educated with the appropriate knowledge and equipment to optimize movement. Gerardo’s goal is to continue to advocate for Direct Access and promote same-day evaluation without a referral from an MD (Medical Doctor) for all musculoskeletal injuries.

Aside from work, Gerardo enjoys spending time with his family and finding the best trails in the area.

Physical Therapy IN Cameron County TX Kevin Sandoval
Referral Coordinator

Kevin Sandoval

Kevin was born and raised in Brownsville, Texas. Kevin is currently pursuing his Bachelor's in Exercise Science with a Concentration in Physical Therapy at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Kevin's love for Physical Therapy sparked from when he sustained an injury and was diagnosed with Neuropraxia and learned more about Physical Therapy.

Kevin's dream is to obtain his Doctorate in Physical Therapy and to pursue the career that he is passionate about. During his off-time, Kevin loves to exercise, watch sports, and spend time with friends and family.

Front Office Specialist Physical Therapy Technician Ricardo Rangel at Surge Mobile Physical Therapy
Referral Coordinator

Ricardo Rangel

Ricardo Rangel was born in Brownsville, Texas and raised in San Benito, Texas. Ricky recently graduated from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley with his bachelor's degree in Exercise Science with a concentration in Physical Therapy.

Ricky will now be pursuing his Doctorate's degree in Physical Therapy as that is his dream career. Ricky became interested in Physical Therapy in high school while participating in clinical rotations at Valley Baptist Hospital in Harlingen. He became fascinated with the work of the Physical Therapist and the environment that was provided between patients and therapists. During his spare time, Ricky enjoys exercising, playing video games, and playing music with his guitar and drums.

Physical Therapy IN Cameron County TX Juanito Dominguez
Physical Therapy Technician

Juanito Dominguez

Juanito Dominguez was born and raised in Brownsville, Texas. He graduated from Porter High School from the children with special needs department. In his spare time, Juanito likes to exercise at the gym as well as play basketball and video games with family and friends.

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Physical Therapy Technician

Rebeca Sandoval

Rebeca Sandoval was born and raised in Mexico and then moved to Brownsville in 2022. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation in Mexico in 2019, and worked there for 2 years.

Her goal is to transfer her Physical Therapy studies here to the USA. She loves what she does; to help people to achieve their goals and to see their progress as it makes her happy.

Also, she has been learning so much from the Doctors at Surge Mobile Physical Therapy since her first day. They always encourage the team to keep going so we can provide our best service to our patients. In her free time she loves go to shopping, go to restaurants, watch movies, and take care of herself by exercising physically for physical and mental health. Last but no least, she loves to spend time in her home with her loved ones!

Stretch Coach Antonio Lara
Stretch Coach

Antonio Lara

Antonio was born in Harlingen, Texas and grew up in Los Fresnos. He graduated from University of Texas Rio Grande Valley with a bachelors in Exercise Science in 2022 with a concentration in Occupational Therapy.

Antonio’s next goal is to pursue a Doctorate in Physical Therapy.

Antonio enjoys to exercise, draw, play video games, and eat.

Olmito Office Hours

Monday
8:00am - 7:00pm


Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm


Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm


Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm


Thursday
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Friday
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