Department of Physical Therapy
The Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Wichita State develops practitioners who
are fully trained to diagnose, restore, and prevent various physical injuries, conditions
and dysfunctions. From acute care to rehabilitation and wellness, our graduates are
integral members of the collaborative team in a variety of settings and provide highly
specialized services. They support improved function focused on patient-centered outcomes
in hospitals, rehabilitation settings, outpatient clinics, public schools, and also
support parents whose infants and toddlers are enrolled in early intervention. PTs
are increasingly part of emergency departments, and at times serve as primary health
care providers, particularly in rural areas.
Our high-tech facilities and state-of-the-art equipment create a safe and fully accessible
learning environment. Admission to our PT program is very competitive, and the wide
range of expertise among our faculty helps students excel in every setting. Our Department
of Physical Therapy proudly sustains robust graduate outcomes of licensure examination
pass rates and employment upon graduation that consistently meet or exceed national
averages.
