News
FIERCE GRANT
December 4, 2020
Two faculty members awarded the Provost’s Addressing Racism Seed Grant Initiative
The Programs in Physical Therapy to Join a Prominent Group in Spinal Muscular Atrophy Research
September 24, 2020
The Programs in PT will join the Pediatric Neuromuscular Clinical Research Network, in their pursuit of optimizing treatments and ultimately finding a “cure” for spinal muscular atrophy
Educational Initiative for SMA Physical Therapists (STEP IN) Launches Website
September 24, 2020
STEP IN launches new website that would provide PTs worldwide the necessary knowledge and training to contribute to patient care and clinical research
Dr. Cynthia Chiarello, Assistant Professor, Retires
August 31, 2020
Dr. Cynthia Chiarello retires after over thirty years in of service to Columbia University.
Clinical Residency in Orthopedic Physical Therapy (CROPT)
June 30, 2020
This past year Columbia University’s Program in Physical Therapy has welcomed two participants into the newly established Clinical Residency in Orthopedic Physical Therapy (CROPT)
Dr. Martha Sliwinski, member of the APTA House of Delegates (HOD)
June 30, 2020
Dr. Sliwinski is a member of the APTA House of Delegates (HOD) for the state of New Jersey. In early June she attended the HOD session and presented a topic/motion in the House.
Dr. Cynthia Chiarello, editor of the Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy
June 30, 2020
Dr. Chiarello stays very busy as the editor of the Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy (JWHPT the official journal of the APTA, Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy.
Vanessa Corwin, Communications Coordinator, Retires
April 30, 2020
Vanessa Corwin, Communications Coordinator for the Programs in Physical Therapy, has retired after nine years of service.
Journal of Clinical Education in Physical Therapy (JCEPT)
August 30, 2020
Journal of Clinical Education in Physical Therapy (JCEPT) facilitates communication among all involved in physical therapy clinical education
Dr. Kinirons receives prestigious teaching award
June 30, 2020
A GREAT BIG CONGRATULATIONS TO Stacy Kinirons, PhD, PT, MPH for receiving the Presidential Teaching Award
Columbia University Irving Medical Center – Programs in PT Awards Celebration
May 31, 2020
The virtual celebration of the year! Here is the list of awards for each of our esteemed DPT graduates!
Dr. Stacy Kinirons is Accepted into Virginia Apgar Academy
March 18, 2020
Academy honors outstanding teaching and commitment to education
Suzanne Semanson, PT, DPT, CMPT Joins Columbia Programs in Physical Therapy in Dual Role
March 3, 2020
Dr. Suzanne Semanson joins PT faculty as instructor and clinic director
Faculty News: Dr. Margaret O'Neil Edits New Edition of CP Textbook
February 3, 2010
Dr. O'Neil is co-editor and author of two chapters
In Memoriam: Joan Edelstein, MA, PT, FISPO, CPed
January 20, 2020
Joan Edelstein, former director of the Program in Physical Therapy, passed away in December 2019
Cynthia Worthington, Admissions Coordinator, Retires
January 13, 2020
Cynthia Worthington retires after 29 years of service
PT Faculty Member Works with NYC Mayor’s Office to Spread Awareness of Impacts of Climate Change on People with Disabilities
September 30, 2019
PT faculty and students join Canada to Key West campaigns
Alumni Profile: Aileen Chou, Class of 2019
October 1, 2019
How Columbia prepared this alum to pursue her PhD
Temporomandibular Elective Addresses Gaps in Medical and Dental Schools’ Curricula
September 20, 2019
Specialized course explores the relationship between the cranium, cervical spine and shoulder girdle with the masticatory and orofacial musculature, teeth/occlusion and temporomandibular joints.
Columbia University Running Symposium Brings Together Alumni, Faculty
June 1, 2019
Attendees hailed from California, Maryland and more
Student News: Eight 2019 Grads Inducted to National Student Honor Society
July 17, 2019
Eight 2019 graduates were among the inductees to the National Student Honor Society
Report from the Field: APTA House of Delegates Meeting
July 15, 2019
PT faculty member Dr. Martha Sliwinski reports on the annual House of Delegates meeting, held this year in Chicago
PT Faculty Member Awarded $200K Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Grant
July 17, 2019
Dr. Montes and her team are developing minimally obtrusive foot-worn technology to collect data in patients' living environments
DPT Faculty Members Honored at VP&S Luncheon
June 21, 2019
Several DPT faculty members were honored at this year's luncheon celebrating faculty promotions, honors and awards
Programs in Physical Therapy Establish Faculty Practice
July 1, 2019
Columbia Physical Therapy will specialize in conservative management of musculoskeletal conditions and pre-or post-operative care provided by Columbia University faculty
Congratulations to the DPT Class of 2019
June 13, 2019
The next generation of physical therapists enters the profession. Learn more about the Class of 2019 Programs in Physical Therapy graduates.
Dr. Wing Fu Elected Vice Chairperson of Clinical Reasoning Curricula Consortium
June 12, 2019
Dr. Fu looks forward to engaging and collaborating with Clinical Reasoning Curricula and Assessment Consortium which fosters collaboration among physical therapy educators.
Dr. Rami Said Joins DPT Faculty in Dual Role
June 11, 2019
Dr. Said to teach and direct the Doctoral Program in Physical Therapy Faculty Practice in Tarrytown, NY.
DPT Faculty Members Launch New Peer-Reviewed Journal
May 6, 2019
A new physical therapy journal emphasizing clinical education launched on May 1, 2019. The journal brings together clinicians and academic educators to promote advances in physical therapy education.
New! PT Alumni Facebook Group
May 1, 2019
Physical Therapy has established a private Facebook group for alumni. All are invited to join!
New Programs Take the Stage: Fellowship in Performing Arts and Clinical Residency in Orthopedics
February 1, 2019
The physical therapy programs have partnered with West Side Dance Physical Therapy (WSDPT) to create the Columbia University Irving Medical Center/West Side Dance Performing Arts Fellowship.
Dr. Colleen Brough Featured on CNN Segment on Running Analysis
November 19, 2018
Dr. Colleen Brough lent her expertise to this CNN segment on how running analysis can help prevent injury.