Post-Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program: Testimonials

Throughout the program we have received positive feedback from the participants:

In discussing her educational experience, one graduate remarked “The pleasure has been all mine. I have enjoyed every minute of this endeavor. I have learned so much and have tried to make changes to enhance my practice… I can’t thank you and everyone else in the Program for the support and encouragement for making this a reality for me.”
Karen Lally, DPT; Department Head, Melmark Home, Berwyn, NJ

Another graduate commented on a listserve for physical therapists “I feel I have received an excellent education, and while challenging, well worth the time and effort”. In a recent communication with the program coordinator, she stated “You have created an outstanding program and I will be so pleased to say that I am a Drexel graduate”.
Judy Horn, DPT, MS, GCS, CWS; Senior Clinical Resource Specialist, Burdette Tomlin Memorial Hospital, Cape May Court House, NJ

A recent graduate wrote to her advisor “I just wanted to thank you for all your help during the program…The program has been great and I really have taken a lot away from it. I will be sure to recommend it to other professionals”.
Amy Farrer, DPT, Staff Physical Therapist, Phoenix Rehabilitation and Health Services, Mansfield, PA.

Three current students expressed: “I also just wanted to let you know what I think of Drexel’s Post Professional DPT program. I think it’s wonderful and I’m having a blast… The support I receive is timely and so helpful…I can’t speak too highly of this program… I am amazed at the infrastructure of the program”.
Mary Alice Pullen, PT, Senior Physical Therapist, Health South Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington, Huntington, WV.

“When I applied to the PPDPT program, I was unsure how it could benefit me in the clinic. I have gained so much, and the content I have learned really boosts my confidence and abilities in my day to day work. I enjoy the classes.”
Michele Wiley, PT, PCS Loudoun County Public Schools, Leesburg, Virginia

“I feel the program is integral to my current practice and I am implementing new ideas all the time”.
Sheila Schaffer PT, CHT, Kernan Hospital, Baltimore, MD

Four students have commented on a pediatric physical therapy listserve: “Drexel PPDPT program … is extremely valuable and well worth the cost. Drexel has a particularly outstanding pediatric faculty… My decision to attend Drexel was truly one of the most worthwhile decisions I have made. I highly recommend it!”
Marcia K. Kaminker, PT, MS, PCS, Physical Therapist, South Brunswick Township Schools, NJ

"I have been surprised and pleased with the clinical application to pediatrics that I have been able to achieve in each course. ... I have found the Drexel program to be very academic with high standards as well as being clinically relevant. ... it is worth it because of the pediatric concentration and the incredible faculty"
Carol Daly, PT, Supervisor, Witwer Children’s Therapy Center, St. Luke’s Hospital, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

A recent graduate emailed the entire faculty: “I really wanted to let all of you know how much I appreciate the program and the work that you did to help me attain my goal. Thank you. I am very proud to be a graduate from this program and have recommended it to many others. I found this to be exactly the type of program I needed and I learned a tremendous amount from all of you."
Becky J. Rodda, PT, DPT, OCS, Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Michigan - Flint

A recent alumni emailed a faculty member: “I just received word that I passed my Pediatric Certification Specialty exam. I can't tell you how well my coursework prepared me for that marathon exam, surely one of the most difficult of my life. Thanks again for your wonderful teaching and for pouring yourself so wholeheartedly into all you do."
Eileen Ricci, PT, MS, DPT Developmental Specialist, Instructor in Pediatrics UMass Medical School, Umass Early Intervention Program, Worcester, MA