Physical Therapy

Research into the impact of a virtual dance and exercise program on people with Parkinson’s Disease was presented by team members from the Department of Physical Therapy Education and Performing Arts

Students complete an Elon undergraduate degree in 3.5 years and gain an opportunity for admission to the highly selective Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies and Doctor of Physical Therapy programs within the School of Health Sciences.

Elon’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program and Physician Assistant Studies program welcomed new classes of students following a highly selective admissions process. The three-year, full-time DPT Program enrolled 46 students while the 24-month, full-time PA Program enrolled 38 students.

Over 50 poster presentations were held inside Upstairs Lakeside during the 2023 School of Health Sciences Research Forum.

Students in the Class of 2023 who recognize an African ancestry gathered the day before Commencement for family and friends to share pride in their achievements.

Students from the Nursing, Physician Assistant Studies and Physical Therapy programs within the school received their diplomas Friday, Dec. 8, during a commencement ceremony in Alumni Gym.

The School of Health Sciences hosted its first school-wide FRANsgiving in the Francies Center on November 15th.

Four hundred physical therapists, physical therapist assistants and students from across the state attended the Annual Conference at Elon on Oct. 13 and 14.

The award honors those who have displayed a great potential in providing future contributions to the physical therapy profession.

More than 160 families, friends, students and faculty filled the Sacred Space to honor the memory of 35 “silent teachers.”