SLU SSM Orthopedic Residency Students discuss Innovation in PT

PTs in our  SLU SSM Orthopedic Residency were joined by independent, corporate, and social PT entrepreneurs to discuss innovation in PT with the moderator Mike Markee.

For more information on the program, visit https://www.slu.edu/doisy/degrees/ssm-residency.php or contact the Residency Program Director, Dr. Chris Sebelski at chris.sebelski@health.slu.edu.

SLU PT Students Receive the Spirit of the Billiken Senior Recognition Award

Congratulations to Jemma Kim and Megan Ng for receiving the Spirit of the Billiken Senior Recognition Award! This award was created by the Saint Louis University of Alumni Engagement to recognize 18 senior students who are dedicated to being proud and loyal alumni. The honorees represent the spirit of the Billiken by excelling in academics, leadership, and community service at Saint Louis University, as well as demonstrating a commitment to living the University’s mission after graduation. You can see from the bios below why these two students are deserving of the Spirit of the Billiken Senior Recognition Award.

Jemma Kim is actively involved within the Program in Physical Therapy, acting as a Class of 2023 class representative, a PT Ambassador, and serving as the 2021 Physical Therapy Students’ Association President. On-campus, Jemma has participated in SLU Dance Marathon as a Special Events Chair and Morale Captain. She is also a part of the Micah learning community, having served as a Peer Mentor and a Service Lead for her weekly service site. She works in the Student Success Center as a Tutor Team Lead and as a U101 course instructor and U101 captain. Her other involvements on campus include her work with the Office of Admissions, serving as a Study Abroad Peer Mentor and as a member of the Campus Ministry Immersion Board. 

Megan Ng is involved in the Program in Physical Therapy, athletics, and various student organizations. She is a DPT Class of 2023 representative. A member of the women’s cross country/ track team and serves as a representative on the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee as well as a respected member of the mental health and wellness committee. Other involvements on campus include VP of philanthropy for Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow, and member of the SLU Doctors without Borders student chapter.

Congratulations on your achievements, and thank you for your contributions to Saint Louis University.

Welcome SLU-SSM Health Physical Therapy Orthopedic Residents!

Welcome to the SLU-SSM Health Physical Therapy Orthopaedic Residents!!! 

Pictured from left to right: Mary Kimbrough, PT, DPT, Hiral Tailor, PT, DPT, and Christine Chansamone, PT, DPT.

For more information on the program, visit https://www.slu.edu/doisy/degrees/ssm-residency.php or contact the Residency Program Director, Dr. Chris Sebelski at chris.sebelski@health.slu.edu.

SLU-SSM Health Physical Therapy Orthopedic Residency earns ABPTRFE re-accreditation

Congratulations to the SLU-SSM Health Physical Therapy Orthopedic Residency Program for earning American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education (ABPTRFE) re-accreditation for a period of 10 years.  Per the ABPTRFE, “in receiving renewal of accreditation, the SLU-SSM Health PT Orthopedic Residency program demonstrated its commitment to educational standards and ethical business practices indicative of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement that enhances the physical therapy profession.” 

 The SLU-SSM Health Physical Therapy Orthopedic Residency Program is an accelerated post-licensure program to advance the orthopedic skills of physical therapists.  It is the only ABPTRFE accredited orthopedic physical therapy residency in Missouri.  Founded and accredited in 2014-2015, this unique collaboration between Saint Louis University Program in Physical Therapy and SSM Health Physical Therapy currently has 3 Residents and has graduated 13 licensed physical therapists.  In addition to clinical practice and teaching in the entry-level DPT program, each resident completes over 150 hours of mentoring and over 300 hours of educational experiences.  

For more information on the program, visit https://www.slu.edu/doisy/degrees/ssm-residency.php or contact the Residency Program Director, Dr. Chris Sebelski at chris.sebelski@health.slu.edu.

SLU DPT Class of 2023 Attends Virtual White Coat Ceremony

DPT Class of 2023 Virtual White Coat Ceremony was Friday, December 4th, 2020.  Congratulations on all your accomplishments! 

SLU PT Faculty Present on the Implementation of Hyflex Professional Physical Therapy Education within the COVID-19 Blindspot

Lisa Dorsey, Ph.D., Ginge Kettenbach, Ph.D., Carol Beckel, Ph.D. and Tricia Austin, Ph.D., presented Dec. 2 through the Association of Schools Advancing Health Professions 2020 Live Virtual Series. The title of the presentation is Implementation of Hyflex Professional Physical Therapy Education Curricular Models within the COVID-19 Blindspot.