UF Physical Therapy
Established in 1958, the Department of Physical Therapy consists of a dynamic and growing faculty dedicated to excellence in education, research, and service.
100% of DPT graduates find employment after completing their degree
$11.3 Million dollars in grant funding
5 Community engagement activities across the curriculum
OUR GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy
The entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program provides the required education necessary for graduates to take the professional license examination and embark on a professional career in physical therapy.
phd in rehabilitation science
Neuromuscular Plasticity
Rehabilitation science is a diverse and expanding discipline that encompasses both basic and applied aspects of health science and services. The Rehabilitation Science (RSD) program embraces the wide range of disciplines, supporting the view that by working together we can advance human health.
PT Equal Access Clinic
Every Thursday from 4-8 pm
Free Physical Therapy Services
Receive quality health care while helping DPT students learn from invaluable experiences of patient interaction, assessment and treatment.
Message from the chair
Dr. Krista Vandenborne
The Department was founded 60 years ago, training students to provide rehabilitation to patients with polio and veterans from both World War I and II. Building on our legacy…
News
Student Highlight: Shane Mathew
Alappattu receives APTA funding to improve health…
Mitchell receives PHHP Dean’s Citation Paper Award
Events
Research Connection Presents: Meryl Alappattu
Research Connection Presents: Joel Bialosky
Research Connection Presents: Jason Beneciuk
PT Calendar
PT Calendar
Upcoming Events
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Oct 27
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Rehabilitation Science Seminar: Dr. Roy Coronado
https://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/1416336167848/WN_c51uygxuTeWO75g1NHpf-Q
12:00pm to 1:00pm
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Oct 29
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DPT Open House
https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0odOmvqjkpGtAAEapiIlcHHzuospW5PbBj
10:00am to 1:00pm
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Nov 10
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Rehabilitation Science Seminar: Dr. Charles Ellis, Jr.
https://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/6916336168084/WN_-u4AXNf2Q8iI5uKvHMb0sA
12:00pm to 1:00pm
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Dec 08
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Rehabilitation Science Seminar: Dr. Stefanie Bodison
https://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/6116336168300/WN_6gzv_fg-S7mz8fw8XJPavA
12:00pm to 1:00pm
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Rehabilitation Science Seminar Series
Oct. 13
These biweekly seminars are designed to foster interdisciplinary discussions and collaborations. The lecture series includes both local and external experts in rehabilitation-related research, with a primary emphasis on neuromuscular plasticity. The next seminar will feature Dr. Adam Buchwald.
