Raised and educated in the Philippines, Erwin is the first Filipino to be on the medical staff for both an NBA and MLB team...Prior to joining Knicks, was Rehabilitation Director of the Pittsburgh Pirates for eight seasons...In 2012, founded the socially-responsible global education company KinetIQ, providing “next step” knowledge in sports medicine, wellness and performance art to institutions around the world...Remains Director of Medical & Performance Services for Baseball New Zealand and is a consultant to several teams internationally.
Holds Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from the University of the Philippines-Manila, a Masters of Education in Athletic Training & Sports Medicine from Plymouth State (NH) University, and a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree with a concentration in Manipulative Therapies from the University of St. Augustine...Fulfilled requirements for post-graduate fellowships at Yale University and Regis University (for AAOMPT)...Begins every day in gratitude – and has made it his personal mission to be an inspiration to young Filipinos everywhere.