News Archive

Two female physical therapists help patient to sit up in bed
Beyond Borders: Alum Volunteers in Kenyan Hospital

Recent alumna discusses her experience volunteering at a hospital in Kenya

GW rehab program volunteers in front of White House
Rehab Programs Volunteer at the White House Easter Egg Roll

GW PT, OT, & SLP Programs volunteer at first ever White House Easter Egg Roll Accessibility Hours

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Alumna Launches “Let’s Get Physical (Therapy)” Podcast

GW DPT alum launches podcast intended for fellow physical therapists, student PTs, other health care providers, and anyone interested in the topics.

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Four GW DPT Professors Earn Terminal Degrees

Congratulations are in order for Marisa Birkmeier, DPT, DHSc; Stephanie Hiser, DPT, PhD; Dhinu Jayaseelan, (GW DPT ’10), DHSc; and Erin Wentzell, DPT, DrPH who all completed terminal degrees this Spring.

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Students and Faculty Race Through Cherry Blossoms in “Runner’s Rite of Spring”

Students and Faculty competed in this year's Cherry Blossom 10 Miler

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Mentorship and Reflection Key for Alumni Success

Dr. Brown discusses how mentorship and reflection have shaped his practice

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Students Practice Skills During Community Mobility Screen

DPT students practice skills with members of Foggy Bottom West End Village during Community Mobility Screening Days.

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GW DPT Heads West for Combined Sections Meeting

Students, faculty, and alumni learn, network, and present at APTA CSM

Faculty members Cole, Dring, Wentzell in white coats in front of SMHS banner
Faculty Receive Grants for Community Partnership, Service Learning, and Research Initiative

Three DPT faculty members spearhead Engaged Department Initiative

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Alumna Carves Her Own Path to Help Others

Dr. Candice Harding shares her experiences as a black female leader in the field