Dr. Abel Sanchez grew up in South Dakota before attending Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Pre-Health Professions with a minor in Business Administration. He continued his doctoral studies at Creighton to earn his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, completing his final clinical rotations right here in the Phoenix and Scottsdale metro area. After just one year of desert sunshine, he knew he had officially found home.

For Dr. Abel, physical therapy is a unique and rewarding path—it is an opportunity to help people heal through intentional movement, supportive guidance, and personalized care. He takes pride in crafting custom treatment plans designed to manage pain, optimize performance, and empower patients to get back to what they love, whether that is returning to high-level athletics, thriving in  a busy workday, or staying active with family.

Dr. Abel brings a remarkably versatile background to Impact PT. His clinical experience spans working with professional athletes, ballet dancers, and sports performance clients, as well as providing specialized care for oncology, stroke, and geriatric patients focusing on balance and vitality. He holds advanced certifications in Dry Needling, Shockwave Therapy, Spinal Manipulation, and LSVT BIG for Parkinson’s care.

When he is not in the clinic, Abel loves making the most of the Arizona lifestyle. You will often find him relaxing by the pool, exploring local hiking spots, catching live music and festivals, discovering the Valley’s best restaurants, or planning his next travel adventure.