News: Department of Physical Therapy

A portrait of Peter Kaufmann
People |

The associate dean of research in Integrated Health Sciences leans into his own immigrant story to provide others with opportunities.

Physical therapist Juan Gutierrez poses with his arms folded in an empty hospital room
People |

Inspired by another ÐÔÊӽ紫ý grad, Juan Gutierrez Jr. focuses his career on helping others through physical therapy. He's now the School of Integrated Health Sciences' Alumnus of the Year.

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Students share the moments that mirror — and defy — internship stereotypes in popular media. 

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ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Law School has 14 top 100 programs in publication’s 2024 rankings, including No. 2 ranking for legal writing; Physical Therapy cracks top 50.
 

Thessa Hilgenkamp working with a patient
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ÐÔÊӽ紫ý professor Thessa Hilgenkamp addresses the unique anatomy in adults with Down syndrome that makes being active more challenging.

a ÐÔÊӽ紫ý football helmet placed on the turf with an Allegiant Stadium sign and empty bleachers visible in the background
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As the nation's most-watched sports entertainment event rolls into town, ÐÔÊӽ紫ý researchers are available to provide expertise.

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People |

Alumna Rosedaveia Howell is the first ÐÔÊӽ紫ý recipient of the American Physical Therapy Association's Minority Scholarship.

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Business and Community |

As Southern Nevada’s image as a mecca for professional sports continues to grow, so too do employment opportunities for ÐÔÊӽ紫ý graduates. 

woman posing with two physical therapists working behind her
Research |

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý professor Jennifer Nash shares insights on why fall prevention is so important to maintaining health as we age.

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Business and Community |

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý faculty and students screen community members in Las Vegas, Henderson, and Pahrump.

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Clinical rotations bring much-needed services to small communities while enhancing the skills of future ÐÔÊӽ紫ý graduates.

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The rare feat speaks to former students’ determination and the quality of ÐÔÊӽ紫ý's degree program.