Shauna, DPT, MBA
Graduate of University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in Florida (2007), Dr. Shauna started Pakolea LLC in 2009. Originally born and raised on Maui, she came to the Hilo with her family in November 2014. Her son, Keliʻikoa, goes went Nāwahīokalaniʻōpuʻu, a Hawaiian immersion school and he speaks fluent Hawaiian and English. He now attends Kamehameha Schools Hawaii. Outside of work Shauna loves playing softball, doing interval training using Kettlebells, powerlifting, as well as Strongman training. She is a student of strength and believes that making an effort to change what you dislike about your life is the first step but having someone to walk that journey with you keeps you consistent as well as motivated.
She enjoys watching movies with a good story regardless of genre and traveling to new places.
What patients like most about her is that she is tough but compassionate. She loves showing them that anything is possible no matter how crazy the idea. She is a master modifier so she can figure out how to break an activity down into small steps so the goal can be reached.
No excuses.
Motto: "One day you won't be able to do this, today is NOT that day."
Sam, DPT
Sam is from Sheffield, Iowa. He has his bachelor’s degree in exercise science at Simpson College in Indianola, IA and doctorate in physical therapy at Clarkson University in Potsdam, NY.
His hobbies include surfing, diving, watching sports, and playing video games with his friends from back home.
Interesting fact: He played basketball in college and was conference MVP.
Stephanie, DPT
Bio coming soon!
Physical Therapist AssistantS
Daniel, PTA
My name is Amedeo Daniel Ezzo-White and I have been a physical therapist assistant for 20+ years. I was born and raised in Hilo, but worked on Oahu for 20 years. I completed my prerequisites at the University of Hawaii at Hilo then graduated as a Physical Therapy Assistant with an associate’s degree in Science from Kapiolani Community College. Thereafter, I worked at Wahiawa Hospital treating patients in outpatient, skilled nursing, home care, and acute settings.
My passion for this job is driven by seeing people enjoying the best quality of life when coming back from an injury and seeing patients become the best they can be.
During my free time I enjoy hobbies such as lifting weights, surfing, and hanging out with friends and family.
A physical therapist assistant implements modalities such as manual therapy, progressive exercise, and neuromuscular rehab. We are continuous learners, keeping up to date on the latest research and treatment applications in order to produce the highest quality of care for our patients. We have a vast understanding of the mechanics, musculature, and physiology of the human body.
Sheldon, PTA
Sheldon was born and raised in Keaau, Hawaii. He graduated from Keaau high school and went on to complete his bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science at the University of Hawaii at Hilo. Sheldon recently graduated from Green River College with his Associate's degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
Outside of therapy, he loves to travel, go to the gym, eat food, go to concerts, go to the beach, and spend time with friends and family.
Clinical Assistants
Conrad, CA II
A graduate of UH Hilo with a B.S. in Kinesiology, Conrad was born in Kosrae, Micronesia and moved around a lot because his dad was in the military.
He loves powerlifting, photography, and playing video games. He is currently completing requirements to join the Air Force.
This future recruit enjoys baking and cooking!
Gaylynn, CA I & Front Desk
Aloha! I’m Gaylynn. I graduated high school from Ke Kula o Nawahiokalaniopuu in Kea’au, HI. I am currently a junior in college pursuing my bachelor’s degree in Physical and exercise science. I wanted to become a clinical assistant because I enjoy a job that keeps you on your feet and I love motivating others.
Fun fact: I need to have matching portions of all of my food on my plate
Brianne
I have my Bachelors of Arts in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. To be honest, I just really needed a job after graduating college. Little did I know that this “temporary thing” would lead me to actually enjoying it. Now I’m heading back to school this fall to finish up my final prerequisites, after this year I’ll then be applying into DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy) programs.
Fun fact: I’m now a semi-professional interior painter, by semi-professional I mean self titled per helping assist with our new incoming clinic. Despite getting more paint on my clothes than the walls, If the whole PT thing doesn’t work out I got a back up plan.
BOSS LADY
Sadelle, Director of Clinic Operations
Born and Raised in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Spent most of my life growing up on the Big Island. I'm a mother of 2.
Professionally, I've Spent most of my time in the customer service/sales related field. My biggest career accomplishments are being a part of and helping make a difference in people's lives through all walks of life.
FUN FACTS:
I enjoy using my creativity in flower arranging with our native flowers of the Big Island, cooking, spending time with my family and being a fanatic of watching the Iron Chef and all of the Law and Order series.
Effective Monday August 4, 2025
**215-C Railroad Ave. Bays 11-14 Hilo, HI 96720*
We have more space at our new location just behind Target and Bacon Universal. Our building neighbors are The Brave Fitness, Aloha Fitness, and Pacific Gymnastics. We are on the very end.
Look for our dedicated parking stalls and come see us in our new and improved space!