About

Paul Manabat is a first generation immigrant from the Philippines and grew up in Ketchikan, Alaska. He served active duty in the U.S. Air Force for seven years – where he found his passion in medicine. After taking an honorable discharge, he pursued a bachelor’s degree from the University of Alaska at Anchorage while working as a rehabilitation aide at a local hospital. He went on to earn his Doctorate in occupational therapy from Creighton University.

Today at OPA he helps patients recover from a wide range of hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder conditions. His patient-centered treatment plans are carefully orchestrated to include collaboration with patients, family members and additional healthcare professionals to best support patient recovery goals.

When not helping others here at OPA, he is either spending time with his wife and two young children or sharing a genuine laugh over a delicious meal. He enjoys the Alaskan outdoors and sports, particularly basketball at all levels – especially wheelchair basketball with the team at Challenge Alaska.