Showcasing Excellence: Duke DPT Shines at the APTA NC Annual Conference
The Duke Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program made a notable impact at the 2024 American Physical Therapy Association North Carolina (APTA NC) Annual Conference at High Point University, showcasing its commitment to advancing the field of physical therapy.
Impacting the Future of Clinical Education
An American Council of Academic Physical Therapy task force on Clinical Education Placement Capacity and Process Innovation, chaired by Jamie Greco, PT, DPT, EdD, recently completed its work.
2025 Eleanor Branch Lecture Speaker
With great pleasure, we announce that Lisa VanHoose, PT, PhD, MPH, FAPTA, Professor of Physical Therapy and Director of the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at the University of Louisiana, Monroe, will be the 2025 Eleanor Branch Lecture Speaker.
Kicking Off the Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation Research Seminar Series for 2024–2025
The Duke Doctor of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Doctorate programs kicked off the 2024–2025 Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation Research Seminar Series on August 28.
Student Leaders in Interprofessional Education
The Duke Health Center for Interprofessional Education and Care (IPEC) has a Student Advisory Committee (SAC) that meets regularly to gather perspectives, interests, and ideas of health professions students.
Welcoming New Faculty Development Resident Teoma LaShawn
Teoma LaShawn, PT, DPT, MDiv, recently began the Duke DPT Faculty Development Residency program.
Welcoming New Faculty Development Resident Matt Harville
Matt Harville, PT, DPT, recently began the Duke DPT Faculty Development Residency program.
An Invigorating Start for the Class of 2027
Students in the Duke Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Class of 2027 began their graduate school journey on August 5. The 104 students in the class attended an orientation week packed with programming that laid the groundwork for a successful start to their program.
A One-in-a-Million Experience at Durham Neuro Camp
Tyler Peaden was one of nine volunteer participants in a spring rehabilitation program hosted by Duke’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. However, saying he was a typical participant would be a significant understatement.
DPT Students Volunteer at Global Soccer Tournament in NC
Soccer fans traveled to Cary, North Carolina, for The Soccer Tournament (TST) at WakeMed Soccer Park this summer. The second year of this event was a huge success, hosting 48 men’s and eight women’s teams. The seven-versus-seven open-entry competition attracts many well-known clubs and players, including Sergio Aguero, Nani, and Heather O’Reilly, to name a few.