Zon Tran

Dedicated and highly accomplished Physical Therapist with 31 years of clinical experience specializing in orthopedic physical therapy. Proven expertise in managing complex musculoskeletal conditions, post-surgical rehabilitation, chronic pain and practice management as both a clinical specialist and former private practice owner. Strong background in general orthopedic rehab, post orthopedic surgical rehab, delivering high-quality, evidence-based care tailored to individual patient goals.

Senior Physical Therapist | Outpatient Orthopedic - Sanford Outpatient Rehab Clinic - Sioux Falls, SD

(1999-01 - 2026-12)

• Directed comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and delivered evidence-based treatment plans for a high-volume orthopedic caseload over a 27-year tenure.
• Developed customized post-operative rehabilitation and muscular conditioning programs for orthopedic conditions, ligament repairs, neuro conditions, and complex spinal procedures.
• Utilized advanced manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, and targeted therapeutic exercise to optimize patient functional outcomes and recovery timelines.

Owner / Operator & Physical Therapist - Excel Physical Therapy - Sioux Falls, SD

(1997-01 - 1999-12)

• Founded and operated a successful private outpatient physical therapy practice, managing both clinical care and day-to-day business operations.
• Managed patient scheduling, billing compliance, referral network building, and facility management while providing direct, high-quality patient care.

Physical Therapist - Huron Regional Medical Center - Huron, SD

(1996-01 - 1997-12)

• Provided evidence-based treatment plans for a hospital based orthopedic caseload.
• Provided post-operative rehabilitation and work conditioning programs for the general outpatient orthopedic population.

Physical Therapist - Queen of Peace Hospital - Mitchell, SD

(1995-01 - 1996-12)

• Staff physical therapist for a hospital based orthopedic, neuro, inpatient rehab, swing bed and work injury caseload.

MSPT - Physical Therapy - University of South Dakota (1992-01 - 1995-12)

Bachelor - Biology, Rehabilitation, and Athletic Training - South Dakota State University (1988-01 - 1992-12)

High School Diploma - Sioux Falls Lincoln High School (1985-01 - 1988-12)