Tom received his Bachelors Degree in Health Sciences from California State University at Northridge and his Certificate of Physical Therapy from the University of California at Los Angeles. Tom is the founder and owner of South Valley Physical Therapy which he opened in 1985.

Tom's practice philosophy is to give his patients the knowledge and tools to conquer their physical problems or to at least be able to manage their conditions so they may lead a more fulfilled and active life.

Tom was born in Cleveland, Ohio and moved to Southern California in 1963. He moved north to San Jose in 1985. Tom has been married to his wife Kathy since 1979, and they have four children, two daughters whom are both married and two sons. Tom also has three grandchildren. Tom spends much of his free time at the ice hockey rink, either cheering on his sons or playing. He also enjoys running, biking, and swimming. Tom enjoys learning about World War II history. The office boasts a collection of his World War II books, model planes, and pictures.