UNMC Physical Therapy Program

01/26/2026

We love seeing our alumni making a difference! Proud of Andréas (DPT ’22) and all he’s doing in the PT profession.

Low back pain is the condition every PT sees — but few feel truly confident navigating the overlap of CPG classifications, radiographic findings, and real-wo...

01/24/2026

We are so proud of this long-standing tradition! UNMC and Creighton Physical Therapy students have worked together for over 30 years to coordinate this fun event to raise money for the Arthritis Foundation of Nebraska.

Join us for our 31st annual overnight co-ed volleyball tournament hosted by physical therapy students from Creighton University and the University of Nebraska - Medical Center. All proceeds will go to the Nebraska Arthritis Foundation.

📆 March 27-28, 2026
⏰ 5PM-5AM
📍 19644 Cypress Drive, Gretna, NE
📝 More details and the link to register 👉 https://app1.unmc.edu/forms/pt/volleyball/index.php
You can also access this link in our bio!

01/12/2026

We have two continuing education opportunities coming up in May, and registration is open for both! Info is on the fliers, with details on our website. Use the QR codes or go to: https://www.unmc.edu/alliedhealth/academics/programs/pt/continuing-ed/index.html for both courses.

12/15/2025

Registration deadline is THIS FRIDAY! UNMC and Creighton are co-hosting a course to train clinical instructors on January 9-10, 2026. See the flier for details and registration.

UNMC and Creighton are co-hosting a course to train clinical instructors on January 9-10, 2026. See the flier for details and registration.

12/05/2025

📢 Now Accepting Applications!

The UNMC Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program priority deadline for the 2026–2027 cohort is December 31st.

If you, or someone you know, is looking to advance clinical reasoning, elevate patient care skills, and take the next step in your professional development, we’d love to connect!

📩 Contact us: ptresidency@unmc.edu

12/03/2025

You don’t just choose a PT school — you find your community. 💙

At UNMC, every student is supported, connected, and inspired to grow — in the classroom and beyond. 🙌

11/26/2025

Choosing a PT program is about more than just academics — it’s about finding your people. 💙

At UNMC, our students talk about the sense of community, supportive faculty, and opportunities that make this place feel like home. From scholarship pathways to strong clinical preparation, UNMC helps you grow into the therapist — and person — you’re meant to be. 🙌

11/21/2025

UNMC and Creighton are co-hosting a course to train clinical instructors on January 9-10, 2026. See the flier for details and registration.

11/19/2025

Lexi shares why she chose the UNMC Kearney campus — smaller class sizes, supportive faculty, and a strong sense of community. 💙
From updated learning spaces to meaningful connections, UNMC Kearney offers the perfect environment to grow as a future physical therapist and make an impact in rural healthcare. 🌾💪

11/12/2025

UNMC’s PT program has built a reputation for producing skilled, compassionate therapists ready to serve their communities. When you choose UNMC, you’re choosing a place where excellence and belonging go hand in hand.

11/11/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Siu! He'll make a great innovation ambassador.

UNeMed President and CEO Michael Dixon, PhD, unveiled 13 Innovation Ambassadors during the annual UNeMed Innovation Awards. One of those ambassadors was Joseph Siu, PhD, from the College of Allied Health Professions. “I’m proud to represent the college and to serve in such a special role,” sai...

11/10/2025

Photos from the 2025 SUN APTA Career Fair are available on Flickr, along with the Awards and 2026 class photo. You look great!
Thank you to all the vendors who joined us this year. https://www.flickr.com/photos/sahp/sets/72177720330249758/