Alli Jackson G'23
We volunteered at a clinic in Punta Gorda. The clinic provided free medical, pharmacological, and physical therapy services. This experience overall helped to me to gain a different perspective on life and changed my life forever.
Alumni Profiles
Elon DPT graduates make lasting impacts in their fields
Elon University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy alumni are recognized leaders across clinical, academic, and research settings. Graduates consistently achieve high employment rates shortly after licensure and go on to practice in hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation centers, sports medicine, and community health. Many pursue advanced residencies or fellowships, while others contribute to groundbreaking research or serve as educators in physical therapy programs nationwide. Elon’s emphasis on hands-on training, interprofessional collaboration, and service learning equips alumni with the skills and confidence to lead in a changing healthcare landscape. Wherever they go, Elon DPT alumni are making a lasting impact in their field.
Deanna DeMarco G'23
Position: Physical Therapist
Company: Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
Elon has a well-rounded curriculum that begins with foundational courses to gain a solid understanding of the basics and ends with advanced coursework in clinical reasoning and intervention.