https://sole.hsc.wvu.edu/Apps/News/rss/SchoolofMedicine/Physical-Therapy50 most recent storiesen-US2be58b6a-33b5-4b0d-ae51-f9e3d8576f64https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=u-s-news-world-report-recognizes-wvu-health-professions-programs_0West Virginia University School of Medicine Health Professions programs appear in the latest rankings of graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report, making them the top-ranked programs of their kind in West Virginia. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-04-07T09:43:23-04:000d9442f4-6e13-4a69-bbdd-38fa1eab91e8https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=utzman-elected-as-distinguished-fellow-in-national-academies-of-practice-physical-therapy-academyRalph R. Utzman, PT, MPH, Ph.D., professor and director of clinical education for the Division of Physical Therapy at the West Virginia University School of Medicine, has been elected as a Distinguished Fellow of the National Academies of Practice (NAP) in the Physical Therapy Academy. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-03-18T13:03:27-04:00673664a4-b793-4d5d-99a4-c5b216d5f14ahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-physical-therapy-program-receives-accreditation-for-cardiovascular-and-pulmonsomdiscoverThe Division of Physical Therapy at the WVU School of Medicine has been granted accreditation for its Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Residency by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education (ABPTRFE). It is the first program of its kind in West Virginia and one of only 14 similar programs in the nation.Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-03-05T09:13:16-05:00629e0471-3797-482c-9337-8c6bf53d8de8https://www.huffpost.com/entry/floor-lying-posture-mobility-aging-goog_l_6995e8f0e4b0d22a803322ee?origin=top-ad-recircIncreasing flexibility and mobility by lying or sitting on the floor — or, moving around in general — can help you avoid joint pain, said Jennifer Kostik-Johnson, a physical therapist at West Virginia University Health System.Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-23T12:58:21-05:00ca91ef96-e862-45f8-a4fe-8347e3079e1fhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-physical-therapy-program-receives-accreditation-for-sports-d1-fellowshipsomdiscoverThe Division of Physical Therapy at the WVU School of Medicine has been granted accreditation for its Sports D1 Fellowship by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education, making it one of only eight accredited D1 sports physical therapy fellowship programs in the nation. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-12-18T08:24:40-05:00e2482721-ef6c-4f22-a924-90a7b08475bbhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=in-remembrance-of-wvu-division-of-physical-therapy-founding-member-john-j-petronisJohn J. Petronis, PT, MS, an esteemed physical therapist and educator, died Sept. 9, 2025. He was 82.Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-10-01T14:03:10-04:00a9a8bdaa-c87a-487d-9142-0bd298f038bchttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-division-of-physical-therapy-to-host-open-houses_0Prospective students interested in learning more about WVU's Doctor of Physical Therapy program are invited to meet faculty and current students at two open house events. Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-08-18T10:20:49-04:0075e3ce20-1d16-4395-9923-29326fb44f3ahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-division-of-physical-therapy-holds-white-coat-ceremony-celebrates-students-transition-to-pa_0somenagaeThe West Virginia University School of Medicine's Division of Physical Therapy hosted a white coat ceremony for 39 students on Saturday, May 10, at the Okey Patteson Auditorium in the WVU Health Sciences Center in Morgantown. Tue, 27 May 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-05-30T15:01:57-04:00c5b10157-7656-409c-9a2f-257281aae3e1https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=meetgrads-kinder-dewoolfsonMajor: Doctorate of Physical Therapy Hometown: Warrenton, VirginiaTue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-05-13T12:21:20-04:00b150e837-726a-460c-af81-92cf69cf7b12https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=u-s-news-world-report-recognizes-wvu-health-professions-programsWest Virginia University School of Medicine Health Professions programs appear in the latest rankings of graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report, making them the top-ranked programs of their kind in West Virginia. Thu, 17 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-04-17T12:20:14-04:0059a6d307-a749-4ce7-8e47-0b6ec4f49c54https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-division-of-physical-therapy-achieves-candidacy-for-cardiovascular-and-pulmonary-residency-accepsomengageThe West Virginia University School of Medicine Physical Therapy program has been granted candidacy status for its Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Residency by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education. It is the first program of its kind in West Virginia and one of only 14 similar programs in the nation.Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-12-10T13:07:01-05:0039de15e1-0b70-41e0-9aca-18c978ae07c5https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=society-of-thoracic-surgeons-invites-members-of-wvu-ecmo-team-to-present-at-national-conferencesomempowerA team of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) specialists from the WVU Heart and Vascular Institute (HVI) was invited to conduct a workshop on the process of mobilizing ECMO patients at the 2024 Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) Perioperative and Critical Care Conference held in Philadelphia recently.Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-12-10T13:05:30-05:000b60272a-47fd-4bda-a56a-023a145fcf54https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/resources/wvu-student-veteran-seeks-to-be-the-health-care-provider-he-neededsomdiscoverGrowing up in Glen Dale, West Virginia University sophomore Kenneth Brannan didn't think college would ever be in his future. So, he signed up for military service and reported for duty shortly after graduating from high school. Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-11-15T13:28:11-05:0085017f77-44ea-467a-be3a-a52f4e099721https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-division-of-physical-therapy-celebrates-physical-therapy-month-through-upcoming-event-seriessomdiscoverOctober is Physical Therapy Month, and the West Virginia University Division of Physical Therapy is recognizing the occasion by hosting daily events in the Pylons at WVU's Health Sciences Center Monday, Oct. 21 through Friday, Oct. 25.Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-11-04T09:12:07-05:00fb6366d1-4d89-498a-873a-ba0c98d97c3ahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-division-of-physical-therapy-to-host-virtual-open-houses-for-post-professional-residencies_1somdiscoverThe Division of Physical Therapy will host two virtual open houses for their Orthopedic, Oncologic and Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Post-Professional Residency programs.Tue, 17 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-10-15T15:44:38-04:00fb6366d1-4d89-498a-873a-ba0c98d97c3ahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-division-of-physical-therapy-to-host-virtual-open-houses-for-post-professional-residencies_0The Division of Physical Therapy will host two virtual open houses for their Orthopedic, Oncologic and Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Post-Professional Residency programs.Tue, 17 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-10-15T15:45:07-04:0036d8c4bc-c1cc-4332-a4cc-6970bc51210ehttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-division-of-physical-therapy-achieves-candidacy-for-sports-d1-fellowship-accepts-first-fellowsomempowerThe Division of Physical Therapy at the WVU School of Medicine has been granted candidacy status for its Sports D1 Fellowship by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education, making it one of only eight D1 physical therapy fellowship programs in the nation. Wed, 04 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-10-18T12:23:16-04:00f321f5ba-d5d8-4a59-86ec-cc69cd9a7a25https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=editor-in-chief-of-flagship-pt-journal-to-give-lectureDr. Steven Z. George PT, PhD, FAPTA will give the annual WVU Physical Therapy Visiting Professor lecture on Friday, September 13th at 8:00 am in room 1901 HSC-South. Dr. George is an alumnus of the program who has become internationally known for his research on physical therapy for chronic pain. He was also recently named the editor-in-chief of PTJ: Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, the profession's flagship journal. George is a distinguished professor in the Department of Orthopaedics at Duke University. He will speak about the challenges of translating research to clinical practice.Wed, 28 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-28T10:21:35-04:00de70d809-52ab-4e1a-bf7a-5a45bfde57fehttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=physical-therapy-students-accomplish-perfect-pass-rate-on-national-certifying-examsomempowerThe Doctor of Physical Therapy Class of 2024 at the West Virginia University School of Medicine achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE). Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-26T14:27:05-04:00a557ba99-a381-4e14-b848-9279e6007f63https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-division-of-physical-therapy-to-host-open-housessomeducateProspective students interested in learning more about WVU's Doctor of Physical Therapy program are invited to meet faculty and current students at two open house events. Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-26T14:28:11-04:00ee613eee-61fd-4688-940a-6aebfe25765fhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-physical-therapy-program-receives-oncology-residency-accreditation-first-resisomeducateThe Division of Physical Therapy at the WVU School of Medicine has been granted accreditation for its oncology residency by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education, making it one of only eight accredited oncologic physical therapy residency programs in the nation. Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-26T14:29:33-04:00ae3f55c6-9096-4ee9-a712-511bbd30b22ahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-health-professions-provides-assistive-technology-evaluations-and-recommendations-to-west-virginiThe West Virginia University School of Medicine hosted an event to offer free pediatric evaluations by faculty members in physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech-language pathology for West Virginia families.Mon, 22 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-07-23T09:23:57-04:00784b66d3-f3ca-48ce-b3e9-7abe78823c46https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2024/05/28/wvu-researchers-develop-3d-model-to-better-treat-neurological-disorderssomeducateA 3D model developed by West Virginia University neuroscientists shows how implantable stimulators — the same kind used to treat chronic pain — can target neurons that control specific muscles to provide rehabilitation for people with neurological disorders such as stroke and spinal cord injuries.Tue, 28 May 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-05-30T09:13:46-04:00dd8a9598-c8ae-4bbf-ab9d-6f1d97d67c60https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-division-of-physical-therapy-holds-white-coat-ceremony-celebrates-students-transition-to-patientsomdiscoverThe West Virginia University School of Medicine's Division of Physical Therapy hosted a white coat ceremony for 32 students on May 4 at the Okey Patteson Auditorium in Morgantown. Thu, 23 May 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-05-28T11:21:43-04:00318917a8-ea22-4a76-9409-32a9d0327c4chttps://www.wboy.com/news/monongalia/west-virginia-university/wvu-division-of-physical-therapy-hosts-white-coat-ceremony/somenagaehttps://www.wboy.com/news/monongalia/west-virginia-university/wvu-division-of-physical-therapy-hosts-white-coat-ceremony/Mon, 06 May 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-05-07T08:57:14-04:00c28c9a79-b39a-45dd-8f95-e12e9f06645chttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-health-sciences-graduate-programs-receive-high-ranking-from-u-s-news-world-reportSeveral West Virginia University Health Sciences academic programs recently earned "Best" status from U.S. News & World Report.Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-04-22T09:58:55-04:00704173d1-f1f1-4fff-aaa7-ee3aa3f89cbahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=dr-sandy-l-burkhart-founding-member-and-past-chair-ofwvu-division-of-physical-therapy-passes-away-atDr. Sandy L. Burkart PT, PhD, renowned physical therapist and educator, passed away on March 13, 2024, at the age of 80. Dr. Burkart was a founding faculty member for the WVU Division of Physical Therapy, serving as chairperson of the division from 1979-1994. Tue, 26 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-03-27T08:49:13-04:00ea5fbee7-318f-473a-8a07-bd5189b9b7a9https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=scouts-explore-health-professions-during-merit-badge-university-at-wvuYoung people across West Virginia and the region recently had the opportunity to learn about health professions from students and faculty at West Virginia University Health Sciences while earning a merit badge.Mon, 04 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-09-18T10:54:35-04:0038261157-4f45-4735-98b4-0d180ad5df18https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2024/01/31/eight-wvu-graduate-students-receive-foundation-scholarships-to-support-researchEight West Virginia University graduate students from across the U.S. and beyond are engaging in meaningful research as they complete their degrees with support from WVU Foundation scholarships.Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-02-01T12:24:31-05:00a8d24c7f-9bd7-498e-9bf9-630786fdc829https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-physical-therapists-prepare-students-to-fightopioid-epidemic-in-rural-communitiessomeducatesomempowersomkindWest Virginia University School of Medicine Physical Therapy faculty have developed a new curriculum that prepares physical therapy students to educate rural communities on opioid use prevention.Thu, 30 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -05002023-12-18T16:09:28-05:0063203964-bd0a-41fc-b8f1-e449fd1adc31https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=new-physical-therapy-residency-will-focus-on-cardiovascular-and-pulmonary-patientssomdiscoverWest Virginia University plans to offer a new Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy Clinical residency program beginning in July 2024.Wed, 29 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -05002024-10-24T15:40:03-04:00e2f15457-a889-4280-8018-493caf72445bhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-division-of-physical-therapy-to-host-virtual-open-houses-for-post-professional-residenciesThe Division of Physical of Therapy will host two virtual open houses for their Orthopedic and Oncologic Post-Professional Residency programs.Fri, 03 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-11-03T13:48:05-04:00ed15330c-3fc4-4f59-a5af-5144d3c39369https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=medicine-meets-movements-when-wvu-majors-collaborate-for-dancer-assessmentsBalance, pointe preparedness, core endurance and cardiovascular recovery are just a few of the physical markers health professionals evaluate while looking at a dancer's overall fitness. During a cross-campus collaboration between the WVU School of Medicine and the WVU School of Theatre and Dance, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy and Exercise Physiology students gained experience while conducting physical assessments for Dance majors.Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-10-04T13:40:42-04:0039db7ecb-d205-4e44-818a-66674c0e4f01https://www.wvuf.org/news-publications/news/2023/09/21/gift-to-wvu-school-of-medicine-establishes-physical-therapy-scholarship-for-out-of-state-studentsStudents drawn to the West Virginia University School of Medicine's physical therapy program from other states will benefit from a new scholarship established by dedicated University supporters. Thu, 21 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-09-21T10:41:26-04:005c3634a8-d9fb-482a-8247-e43aec0398c7https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=health-sciences-community-to-host-several-wvu-diversity-week-eventsThe West Virginia University Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will host its annual Diversity Week Sunday, Sept. 17, through Saturday, Sept. 23. Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-09-19T11:54:32-04:00687103b3-ef12-4bbf-a242-16a9fe308d68https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-physical-therapy-program-to-host-virtual-open-house-sessions-for-prospective-studentsProspective students are invited to attend open house sessions to learn more about West Virginia University's Doctor of Physical Therapy program.Tue, 05 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-09-05T14:56:07-04:00452aa8f2-257b-4aeb-9634-0b88d6bbc447https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=utzman-completes-higher-education-leadership-fellowshipsompurposeRalph R. Utzman, PT, MPH, Ph.D., professor and director of clinical education for the Division of Physical Therapy at the West Virginia University School of Medicine has completed the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Fellowship in Higher Education Leadership.Thu, 10 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-08-16T10:29:26-04:00b009688b-5f47-4573-882c-9678e4cbd263https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=school-of-medicine-announces-faculty-promotions-for-2023sompurposeThe West Virginia University School of Medicine recently awarded faculty members promotions that were effective July 1, 2023. Additionally, several faculty members were awarded emeriti status. Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-08-01T15:40:10-04:00d722489e-30a6-47f6-a7f0-01c61153523chttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hashmi-shaver-named-to-assistant-dean-roles-effective-july-1sompurposeThe West Virginia University School of Medicine has named two faculty members to newly created assistant dean roles.Tue, 11 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-07-13T14:16:55-04:001bf663c4-f437-4dc9-8bee-fb2bfc3ed776https://www.wboy.com/news/health/parkinsons-patients-knock-out-disease-through-wvu-program/somempowerWhen most people connect boxing and Parkinson's Disease, they think of Muhammad Ali – arguably the most well-known boxer and patient of the disease.Thu, 08 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-06-27T11:21:58-04:00b02fade3-d1c6-46a5-a6a0-9169f458ce78https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=patients-with-parkinson-s-find-strength-and-support-through-wvu-s-boxing-for-power-programTom Covey, M.D., gears up for a punch, sending the bag shuttering against the force and earning a clap of appreciation from the exercise physiology student he's paired with. Dr. Covey isn't an aspiring boxer or a former champion. He's a retired physician on a mission to improve his health after receiving a Parkinson's diagnosis. Like his fellow classmates in West Virginia University's Boxing for Power program, he's hoping to counteract the effects of Parkinson's, a brain disorder that causes unintended or uncontrollable movements affecting both balance and coordination.Wed, 10 May 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-05-15T15:59:58-04:00f9507556-9051-4e61-a7b1-6a8e85ab5ae0https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-medicine-physical-therapist-settingpace-in-rehabilitation-care-for-patients-on-ecmoangela.jones1@wvumedicine.orgKari DiVito, P.T., D.P.T., physical therapist in the Rehabilitation Services Department at WVU Medicine-WVU Hospitals, has written a mobility guideline that speaks to the interdisciplinary efforts of physical and occupational therapists, nurses, and the ECMO team to assist patients with a return to normal daily function.Thu, 04 May 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-05-08T09:25:41-04:00878281b1-e3bc-48d4-9492-5b06936f18f8https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-to-provide-oncology-physical-therapy-training-opportunities-through-new-residency-programsompurposeThe West Virginia University's School of Medicine will soon be one of only seven institutions in the United States to offer a full-time, onsite Oncologic Physical Therapy Residency Program.Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -05002024-07-18T15:01:56-04:0023d1ea07-ae7e-4277-9e2c-d1ceedbd3c72https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=utzman-awardednancy-tonkin-distinguished-service-award-for-outstanding-contributions-toprofession-ofsompurposeRalph R. Utzman, PT, MPH, Ph.D., professor and director of clinical education for the Division of Physical Therapy at the West Virginia University School of Medicine, was awarded the 2022 Nancy Tonkin Distinguished Service award by the American Physical Therapy Association West Virginia.Tue, 17 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -05002023-01-26T12:20:40-05:00fa900923-ff00-4d39-b03d-f7c4a076a0a2https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=physical-therapy-program-receives-orthopedic-residency-accreditationsompurposeThe School of Medicine's Physical Therapy program has been granted accreditation for its orthopedic residency by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education for five years.Wed, 09 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -05002022-11-14T12:18:05-05:0031ef0fea-deff-40e9-84fc-0742a4cf193bhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=new-video-tour-available-for-morgantown-health-sciences-campussomengageThe West Virginia University Health Sciences Campus in Morgantown is the largest concentration of health care, research and health professions resources in West Virginia. To give prospective and current students, faculty and staff a look at our campus, a new video tour showcasing key locations is available at health.wvu.edu/morgantown-campus and on the WVU Health Sciences YouTube Channel.Mon, 10 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-10-18T11:25:41-04:009ec42e74-9753-46b3-9202-3362838617aahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=professional-programs-tailgate-set-for-sept-10All alumni and current students of the School of Medicine Professional and Undergraduate Programs are invited to attend an alumni tailgate on Saturday, Sept. 10, before the WVU - Kansas football game.Wed, 24 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-08-26T10:52:16-04:00f6dea195-057c-400c-b875-588c4a78d480https://www.wvuf.org/news-publications/news/2022/08/17/wvu-school-of-medicine-scholarship-aims-to-keep-physical-therapists-in-west-virginiasomeducatesomhealFuture physical therapists studying at the West Virginia University School of Medicine will benefit from a new scholarship established by a growing north-central West Virginia practice to help keep skilled clinicians in the state.Wed, 17 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-08-19T09:58:54-04:001341af95-33aa-4677-bde9-87e3b50121d7https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=mulligan-named-chair-of-physical-therapyThe West Virginia University School of Medicine Physical Therapy program has named Ivan Mulligan, PT, DSc, ATC, CSCS as the new program chair, effective August 1, 2022.Fri, 22 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-07-22T14:54:00-04:002e9944bf-352e-4cef-85f0-75f4c4ba010bhttps://www.heraldstaronline.com/news/business/2022/06/physical-therapist-receives-wvu-award/sompurposeMORGANTOWN — The owner of a Wellsburg physical therapy practice has received an award from the West Virginia University Division of Physical Therapy for his efforts to educate future professionals in his field.Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-06-10T08:11:44-04:00