UF Doctor of Physical Therapy

02/15/2026

What an incredible weekend at the OPTA Combined Section Meeting in Anaheim, CA!

02/15/2026

What an incredible weekend at the APTA Combined Section Meeting in Anaheim, CA! ☀️🌴

The University of Findlay Doctor of Physical Therapy program was proud to have an exhibitor table at this year’s conference, and our students and faculty did an outstanding job representing UF. They spent the weekend connecting with potential students, networking with other programs, and sharing what makes our DPT program so special.

We’re also excited to celebrate a HUGE win — our UF DPT students brought home the NPTE Final Frontier Cup Trophy this year! 🏆🚀
Shout out to Zach Z., Bob D., and Ky P. for your incredible performance. We are so proud of you!

From research presentations and innovative projects to even taking home trivia wins, the University of Findlay truly showed up and showed out. A big thank you to all of our UF alumni, students, and faculty who volunteered their time at the booth — your energy and enthusiasm made all the difference.

What a fantastic week of learning, networking, and celebrating our profession!

If you (or someone you know) are considering a career in physical therapy, I would love to talk with you about the University of Findlay DPT program. 💛🖤

02/12/2026

🌴 APT A CSM 2026 – Anaheim, CA! 🌴

If you’re attending CSM this weekend, be sure to stop by Booth #415 and visit the University of Findlay Doctor of Physical Therapy program!

Our faculty and DPT students will be there all weekend to connect, answer questions, and share what makes UF special — and yes, we’ll have some great UF swag to give away! 🧡

🎤 Don’t miss our UF DPT research presentations on Friday, February 13
📍 Room 213 ABC Level Two, ACC Main

Dr. Alex Rospert and Robert Dill will be presenting on the following research:
Physical Therapy Dosing Parameters of the Schroth Method for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Scoping Review
Alexander William Rospert, PT, DPT, Angela Sue Huber, PT, DPT, Robert Mitchell Dill, PT, DPT, Janna Fulkerson, PT, DPT, Julia Magdalena Lodzinski, SPT, Ashley Matson, Jessica Mitchell, PT, DPT and Leslie Zoller, SPT

Other Faculty presenting posters are as follows:

Running Related Injury Occurrence and Cadence after Two Methods of Cadence Retraining: Randomized Controlled Trial
Angela Sue Huber, PT, DPT, Dave Verhoff, PT, DPT, Jared Allen Lepard, PT, DPT, Anthony M. Fusco, PT, DPT, Halie Kaufman, PT, DPT and Danillo V. Morlani, PT, DPT

Focus Group Exploration of Academic and Clinical Faculty Perceptions of PTA to DPT Bridge Students
Jeanne M. Smith, PT, DPT, Mario T. Baker, PT, DPT, MS, Adrianna Laprea Ellis, PT, DPT, Deborah Ann George, PT, MS, PhD and Lynne Hughes, PT, PhD

We’re proud of our faculty and collaborators contributing to the profession through impactful research!

Make sure Booth 415 is on your CSM map — we’d love to see you!

02/06/2026

Last night we celebrated our Research Forum and Oiler Ceremony at the University of Findlay, where our DPT Class of 2026 received their white coats 🧡🖤🎓
Congratulations to all of the DPT students who received white coats and awards—we are so proud of you and can’t wait to see the incredible impact you’ll make as future physical therapists!

01/29/2026

Join the University of Findlay DPT Program and the OPTA Northwest District for the Student & Clinician Research Forum!

📌 What: Research posters & presentations by UF DPT students and practicing clinicians
📅 When: Thursday, February 5, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Where: Alumni Memorial Union, University of Findlay
💲 Cost: FREE (pre-registration requested)

✨ Network with colleagues, support student research, and explore current clinical topics.
📄 Pending approval for 1 CEU.

👉 Register here: https://www.ohiopt.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2016032&group=

01/29/2026

Hillsdale, Mich.- The University of Findlay men's and women's track and field teams competed in the Hillsdale Wide Track Classic at the Margot V. Biermann Athletic Center on Friday, Jan. 23, turning in a strong showing. The Oilers recorded several notable performances throughout the day, as the Oran...

01/14/2026

🧠 FREE Neurologic Physical Therapy Clinic – University of Findlay

Do you or someone you love live with a neurologic condition such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, or another neurologic diagnosis?

The University of Findlay Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is offering a FREE neurologic-focused physical therapy clinic for our community this spring. This clinic provides individualized care while also giving doctoral PT students valuable hands-on experience under the direct supervision of licensed physical therapists.

📅 Wednesdays, March 18 – April 15
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM (1-hour appointment blocks)
📍 University of Findlay – BCHS

This clinic is open to individuals of all ages with neurologic diagnoses, including:
• Stroke / CVA
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
• Cerebral Palsy
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Guillain-Barré Syndrome
• Genetic neurologic disorders
• And other neurologic conditions

Our goal is to help participants improve mobility, strength, balance, and overall quality of life while creating a supportive and welcoming environment for healing and learning.

📝 To register:
Please complete the form here or use the QR code on the flyer:
https://forms.office.com/r/eJrcC6cs7x

📞 Questions?
Contact Dr. Paul Colbert, PT, DPT, NCS
📱 419-434-5679
📧 paul.colbert@findlay.edu

01/14/2026

🧠 FREE Neurologic Physical Therapy Clinic – University of Findlay

Do you or someone you love live with a neurologic condition such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, or another neurologic diagnosis?

The University of Findlay Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is offering a FREE neurologic-focused physical therapy clinic for our community this spring. This clinic provides individualized care while also giving doctoral PT students valuable hands-on experience under the direct supervision of licensed physical therapists.

📅 Wednesdays, March 18 – April 15
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM (1-hour appointment blocks)
📍 University of Findlay – BCHS

This clinic is open to individuals of all ages with neurologic diagnoses, including:
• Stroke / CVA
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
• Cerebral Palsy
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Guillain-Barré Syndrome
• Genetic neurologic disorders
• And other neurologic conditions

Our goal is to help participants improve mobility, strength, balance, and overall quality of life while creating a supportive and welcoming environment for healing and learning.

📝 To register:
Please complete the form here or use the QR code on the flyer:
https://forms.office.com/r/eJrcC6cs7x

📞 Questions?
Contact Dr. Paul Colbert, PT, DPT, NCS
📱 419-434-5679
📧 paul.colbert@findlay.edu

01/09/2026

We are celebrating today as we welcome the newest PTA to DPT Bridge program cohort- Class of 2028!

New University of Findlay students step through the Griffith Memorial Arch, officially beginning their Oiler journey. Tradition says they shouldn’t pass back through the arch until graduation, when they return in the opposite direction to celebrate all they’ve accomplished and step into what’s next. Dating back to 1923, this long-standing ritual continues to unite generations of Oilers, creating meaningful moments shared by students, families, and faculty alike.

Welcome! It's great to be an Oiler! 🧡🖤

Are you a PTA interested in our PTA to DPT Bridge program? A current undergraduate or high school junior or senior planning on a future as a Physical Therapist? Contact a UF Graduate Admissions Counselor today to learn more! 419-434-4732 / admissions@findlay.edu

01/06/2026

01/05/2026

2026 is officially underway, and we’re excited to welcome our DPT students back this week! 🧡🖤 Here’s to a new semester full of learning, growth, and big wins—let’s get started!

12/22/2025

Thank you, Oiler 10, for making us part of your awesome video.