Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences: Welcome

Physical Therapy is a growing and exciting health care profession with opportunities in clinical practice areas such as athletics, pediatrics, orthopedics, neurology, geriatrics, and many others.  According to a survey conducted by CareerJournal.com and Harris Interactive, Physical Therapy is one of the top eight jobs in the United States.  This is because a career as a physical therapist provides good intellectual stimulation, strong job security, a high level of control and freedom, and extensive direct contact with customers/clients.

For over 25 years, Drexel’s nationally ranked programs have provided a rich environment for students to develop the necessary skills for evidence-based practice, teaching, medical informatics, research and leadership.

Our nationally recognized faculty members are among the most highly respected academicians/clinicians in the country with expertise in a variety of specialty areas. We have developed numerous local, national and international clinical teaching and research collaborations. The Philadelphia region offers our students many resources and opportunities to augment academic experiences. Our research laboratories provide the ability to pursue exciting research initiatives.

We offer 6 programs: Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Post-Professional DPT, Certificate in Advanced Practice in Hand and Upper Quarter Rehabilitation, Certificate in Advanced Practice in Physical Therapy, Master of Health Science and PhD. Each of these programs boasts an outstanding curriculum with faculty dedicated to the education and development of each student.

Please explore our web pages for a wealth of information about our programs and faculty. We look forward to personally hearing from you as a prospective graduate student. Experience the Drexel Difference!

Sincerely,

Sue Smith, PT, PhD
Chair, Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences