TWU School of Physical Therapy

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The School of Physical Therapy at Texas Woman’s University provides an educational and research environment that fosters intellectual curiosity and lifelong learning, promotes ethical behaviors, and enhances the science and practice of physical therapy. Boone Pickens Institute of Health Sciences in Dallas and the Institute of Health Sciences in the Texas Medical Center in Houston. Each site provid

es modern, well-equipped classrooms and laboratories for teaching and research. The School of Physical Therapy has been a pioneer in graduate educationist for the physical therapist since 1973. Currently, the School offers the entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and a PhD in Physical Therapy. The mission of the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program in Physical Therapy is to provide an educational environment that challenges graduates to think critically, engage in evidence-based practice, embrace life-long learning, deliver effective care within legal parameters, promote health to a variety of constituencies, and demonstrate a strong ethical commitment toward physical therapy and society. As one of only five schools in the nation that offer the PhD in physical therapy, TWU has a unique role in preparing both men and women for scholarly leadership through its high quality program, which contributes to new knowledge in the field and provides qualified faculty for programs throughout the nation and world. This program was developed to meet the educational needs of the practicing physical therapy clinicians that want to move into teaching and research positions. It emphasizes the scientific basis of clinical practice and allows students an opportunity to work closely with a mentor in their areas of clinical interest. Courses are taught over the internet and on weekends in order to accommodate working therapists. The School of Physical Therapy is dedicated to providing educational experiences that enable each student to become a valued physical therapy practitioner in an ever changing, complex health environment.

05/26/2026
New course offering at TWU Denton!Do you know an incoming first-year undergraduate student who is exploring healthcare c...
05/12/2026

New course offering at TWU Denton!

Do you know an incoming first-year undergraduate student who is exploring healthcare careers? We would love for them to enroll in UNIV 1233, taught by our very own faculty member, Dr. Jordan Davis.

This course combines the knowledge and skills needed to excel in college while exploring healthcare careers such as physical therapy and occupational therapy.

Congratulations to Dr. Lindsay Perry on graduating yesterday and earning her PhD in Physical Therapy! Such an incredible...
05/10/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Lindsay Perry on graduating yesterday and earning her PhD in Physical Therapy! Such an incredible accomplishment and a reflection of years of hard work, dedication, and perseverance. Her dissertation chair was Dr. Katy Mitchell.

Wishing Dr. Perry continued success in all that comes next!

PS…Her daughter seemed pretty thrilled too!

Congratulations to this amazing TWU graduate.
05/06/2026

Congratulations to this amazing TWU graduate.

TWU DPT Class of 2029… this is for YOU. ❤️Before classes begin, take your first STRIDE.Join us this August for a 4-day e...
05/03/2026

TWU DPT Class of 2029… this is for YOU. ❤️

Before classes begin, take your first STRIDE.
Join us this August for a 4-day experience focused on confidence, connection, and starting strong.

You belong here. Let’s make sure you feel it.

A total of 49 people (22 clinicians 27 students) attended the 13th Celebrate Women’s Physical Therapy (WHPT) at the Dall...
05/01/2026

A total of 49 people (22 clinicians 27 students) attended the 13th Celebrate Women’s Physical Therapy (WHPT) at the Dallas Campus on April 16. The event showcased the capstone projects from the two Baylor-TWU WHPT residents/certificate students: Taylor Marshall and Maya Jones. This year, Dr. Lorien Hathway gave an inspiring keynote speech titled “ When Breathing and Belly Clash: Managing Abdominal Phrenic Dyssynergia!”

Two Dallas DPT students, Dave “Muheng”  Chen and Avery Thies, under the guidance of Dr. Sharon Wang-Price, presented  th...
04/30/2026

Two Dallas DPT students, Dave “Muheng” Chen and Avery Thies, under the guidance of Dr. Sharon Wang-Price, presented their critical inquiry project “ A Novel Method to Measure Range of Motion of Hip Rotation - A Reliability Study” at the 2026 TWU Creative Arts and Research Symposium Project last week.

Read their study abstract and view the poster here: https://hdl.handle.net/11274/17726 .

Lauren Szot (associate Clinical Professor) organized an amazing TPTA Student Night for our Houston students. Fellow facu...
04/23/2026

Lauren Szot (associate Clinical Professor) organized an amazing TPTA Student Night for our Houston students.
Fellow faculty, Rupal Patel, Luciano Garcia, Paula Wilson and Interim Associate Director, Christina Bickley joined in their support of our DPT students.
It was a weeknight (and a rainy one!) but a great time was had by all! Students were able to connect with faculty and community partners & supporters alike!

Another successful IPE Lab! Our DPT program partnered with the UT Southwestern Medical School Prosthetics and Orthotics ...
04/21/2026

Another successful IPE Lab! Our DPT program partnered with the UT Southwestern Medical School Prosthetics and Orthotics Program for an incredible hands-on learning experience. Eight amputee models joined us to help students practice evaluation and treatment skills related to amputee rehabilitation. Grateful for this collaboration and the meaningful learning it provides!

Dallas, Denton, and Houston proudly represented TWU, each competing individually and showcasing true Pioneer grit. ❤️ (A...
04/17/2026

Dallas, Denton, and Houston proudly represented TWU, each competing individually and showcasing true Pioneer grit. ❤️ (April 11th and 12th)

With outstanding performances across the board, TWU Houston brought home an impressive 2nd-place finish! 🥈

Congratulations to all who competed—Pioneer Pride on full display!

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Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
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