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We’re excited to welcome Melissa Werz, OTD, OTR/L, CDRS, to the Duke Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) division, where she joins us as a Lecturer and Director of the CAMP program. Melissa brings a lively mix of clinical expertise, creativity, and a strong commitment to student development—qualities that make her a great addition to our community.

Dr. Todd Cade, PT, PhD, FAPTA, professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and division chief of the Doctor of Physical Therapy program, was recently part of a team interviewed by Maggie Newland of CBS17 to discuss a new therapy for Barth syndrome. This rare genetic disorder affects heart and muscle function. With nearly 20 years of experience studying the condition, Dr.

How cross-institutional collaboration is shaping the next generation of biomedical researchers

Dr. Adam Goode, PT, DPT, PhD, professor of orthopaedic surgery at Duke University and president of the Association of Rheumatology Professionals (ARP), is spearheading Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month (RDAM) 2025 with a strong message: physical activity is a powerful yet underutilized tool in managing rheumatic conditions.

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The Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation Research Seminar Series welcomed Brian Pietrosimone, PhD, ATC, to Duke on August 27 for a compelling presentation titled “Biomechanical Path to Osteoarthritis Following Knee Injury and a GAIT-way to Improved Outcomes.” Dr. Pietrosimone is a professor in the Department of Exercise Science, Director of the Motion Science Institute (MSI), and Co-Director of the Sports Medicine Institute.

New approach uses bacterial genes to restore both strength and rhythm of damaged hearts.

As a provider who primarily cares for patients living with dementia at the Duke Geriatrics Evaluation and Treatment Clinic, Liza Genao, MD, understands how important it is for patients to feel understood and seen. That understanding motivates her to teach medical Spanish to future doctors.

As a provider who primarily cares for patients living with dementia at the Duke Geriatrics Evaluation and Treatment Clinic, Liza Genao, MD, understands how important it is for patients to feel understood and seen. That understanding is what motivates her to teach medical Spanish to future doctors through a course called Advanced Clinically Centered Education in Spanish (ACCES).

Our mission is to provide centralized services to support SOM students and others involved in the healthcare learning environment.  Check out our website.