UPMC Rehabilitation Institute Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowships

UPMC Rehabilitation Institute Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowships UPMC Rehabilitation Institute offers post-professional residency programs across five sub-specialties

The four programs -- all accredited through the American Physical Therapy Association -- include:

Sports Physical Therapy
Neurological Physical Therapy
Orthopaedic Physical Therapy
Women's Rehab Physical Therapy
Geriatric Physical Therapy

The duration of each program is 12 - 18 months and includes mentored clinical experience with ABPTS board-certified physical therapists, bo

ard-certified surgeons, primary care providers, and leading specialists with clinical expertise in the respective subspecialty. There are structured learning opportunities such as didactic coursework, teaching conferences, journal clubs, and case presentations incorporated into each residency plan of study. Residents are employed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute and receive a stipend salary, educational benefits, and a full-time employee benefit package.

Current Pelvic & Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program Resident Jenna Erwin, presented on pelvic floor physi...
04/10/2026

Current Pelvic & Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program Resident Jenna Erwin, presented on pelvic floor physical therapy for chronic pelvic pain through a complex case example.

The session highlighted the interaction between endometriosis, pelvic floor dysfunction, and chronic pelvic pain, emphasizing a phased, patient-centered rehabilitation approach.

Current Sports Physical Therapy Resident Heather Pleus presented at our Combined Programs Grand Rounds on hamstring inju...
04/03/2026

Current Sports Physical Therapy Resident Heather Pleus presented at our Combined Programs Grand Rounds on hamstring injuries in the NFL.

Her presentation emphasized a data-informed approach to understanding injury risk, guiding rehabilitation, and supporting return-to-play decisions in elite football athletes.

Current Women’s Health Physical Therapy Resident Shelby Bandy de Espinoza presented at our Combined Programs Grand Round...
03/27/2026

Current Women’s Health Physical Therapy Resident Shelby Bandy de Espinoza presented at our Combined Programs Grand Rounds on episodic testicular pain in an athlete.

The session highlighted the role of hip biomechanics and abdominopelvic dysfunction in pelvic nerve irritation, emphasizing clinical reasoning around pelvic region nerve involvement.

Recent Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency Program graduate Andrew Syvertsen and faculty member Regan Harrell teamed u...
03/27/2026

Recent Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency Program graduate Andrew Syvertsen and faculty member Regan Harrell teamed up to publish “A Narrative Review of Vestibular Rehabilitation in Older Adults”.

The review highlights key considerations for vestibular rehabilitation in older adults.

Congratulations to Andrew and Regan!

We’re proud to share that one of our neurologic physical therapy residency faculty members, Regan Harrell, was named a 2...
03/27/2026

We’re proud to share that one of our neurologic physical therapy residency faculty members, Regan Harrell, was named a 2026 recipient of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy Excellence in Neuro Education Award.

Dr. Harrell, who serves as faculty at the University of Pittsburgh, is being recognized for her contributions to education, scholarship, and service within neurologic physical therapy. The award was presented at the Academy’s annual business meeting during APTA CSM.

We’re grateful for her impact on our residency program and the next generation of neurologic physical therapists. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

Current Geriatric Physical Therapy Resident Cassie Kirsch recently presented at our Combined Programs Grand Rounds on Op...
03/21/2026

Current Geriatric Physical Therapy Resident Cassie Kirsch recently presented at our Combined Programs Grand Rounds on Optimizing Outcomes After Hip Fracture in Older Adults.

Her presentation reviewed the epidemiology, classification, and rehabilitation strategies for physical therapists managing older adults following hip fracture, with emphasis on improving functional outcomes and reducing overall burden.

Current Neurologic Physical Therapy Resident Maddie Hancock recently presented at our Combined Programs Grand Rounds on ...
03/13/2026

Current Neurologic Physical Therapy Resident Maddie Hancock recently presented at our Combined Programs Grand Rounds on Vestibular Schwannoma Resection and Rehabilitation.

Her presentation reviewed the clinical presentation, surgical considerations, and rehabilitation strategies for physical therapists managing patients following vestibular schwannoma resection.

Current Neurologic Physical Therapy Resident Mitchell Berry recently presented at our Combined Programs Grand Rounds on ...
03/09/2026

Current Neurologic Physical Therapy Resident Mitchell Berry recently presented at our Combined Programs Grand Rounds on the complex clinical entity of Functional Movement Disorder.

His presentation covered the clinical presentation and intervention strategies for physical therapists treating this challenging diagnosis.

The application deadline for the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute Pelvic & Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency has be...
12/16/2025

The application deadline for the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute Pelvic & Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency has been extended to Monday, January 12.
This is a unique opportunity to receive advanced training alongside expert clinicians in a collaborative, evidence-based environment dedicated to women’s and pelvic health.
🔗 Apply now on RF-PTCAS and the UPMC Careers page.

We recently celebrated our senior residents as they near the finish line of their programs. It’s hard to believe how qui...
12/14/2025

We recently celebrated our senior residents as they near the finish line of their programs. It’s hard to believe how quickly the time has gone. We look forward to seeing their continued contributions to the profession in the years ahead.

Blaine Aguiar (current Sports PT Resident) and Ali Ghaisarnia (former Sports PT Resident, now with the Green Bay Packers...
10/29/2025

Blaine Aguiar (current Sports PT Resident) and Ali Ghaisarnia (former Sports PT Resident, now with the Green Bay Packers) had a chance to connect before the Steelers-Packers game.

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The five programs -- all accredited through the American Physical Therapy Association -- include: Sports Physical Therapy Neurological Physical Therapy Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Women's Rehab Physical Therapy Geriatric Physical Therapy The duration of each program varies from 12 months to 18 months and includes mentored clinical experience with ABPTS board-certified physical therapists, board-certified surgeons, primary care providers, and leading specialists with clinical expertise in the respective subspecialty. There are structured learning opportunities such as didactic coursework, teaching conferences, journal clubs, and case presentations incorporated into each residency plan of study. Residents are employed by UPMC Centers for Rehab Services and receive a stipend salary, educational benefits, and a full-time employee benefit package.