Department of Physical Therapy
Preparing Patient-Oriented Professionals
Recognized for their extensive academic background, in-depth field research, and expert clinical skills, today’s physical therapists hold prestigious positions in the primary care sector, with more than half of the states in the U.S. allowing patients to refer themselves directly to a physical therapist.
Azusa Pacific University’s Department of Physical Therapy contributes to the growing industry by offering programs that prepare mature, self-directed, patient-oriented professionals who are willing to work closely with physicians, nurses, counselors, occupational therapists, and speech/language pathologists in a team approach to patient evaluation and care. Throughout each program, faculty integrate a Christian perspective, focusing on ethics and providing compassionate, whole-person care.
Compare Doctoral Programs
Not sure which of APU’s two doctoral programs in physical therapy and rehabilitation is right for you? Learn more about the distinctions between the programs with our comparison chart.
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Going for the Gold: Natalie (’17) and Chris Meinhold (’20) Make an Impact Through Physical Therapy
As sneakers skid across the gym floor and the basketball is passed from player to player, physical therapists Natalie (Peterson) ’17 Chris Meinhold ’20 watch closeby—ready to provide critical on the court assistance as needed and cheering on the players they’ve trained with over the course of the past two weeks.
The basketball swishes, and their team—the USA men’s deaf basketball team—wins the 2023 World Deaf Basketball Championships in Heraklion, Greece as the crowd erupts in cheers. The USA women’s team follows suit.
Faculty and Staff Mentors
Through these programs taught by faculty with experience in the field, students gain the ability to evaluate movement dysfunction, identify patient treatment goals, establish and implement individualized treatment programs, and make referrals to other health care professionals in settings such as hospitals, clinics, school systems, nursing homes, athletic programs, industries, and private homes, graduating equipped to provide a wide range of available services.
Contact Information
Phone: (626) 815-5020
Hours
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.Location
Duke Academic Complex