Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science

02/17/2026

Join us on Feb. 25 from 12 - 1 p.m. to hear from our CDJ affiliate, Sarah Dababnah, PhD, MPH, MSW, Associate Professor at the UMB School of Social Work, in our first Disability Dialogue research seminar of 2026! Dr. Dababnah specializes in practice, policy, and research related to the health and well-being of families of individuals with intellectual and developmental differences.

She will present:
Inclusive research approaches that center the voices of autistic individuals, families, and communities.

Practical strategies for collecting, analyzing, and sharing data respectfully and collaboratively.

Register here:

https://umaryland.zoom.us/meeting/register/BLmd4nuFQ4GKWI-PMlmsBw #/registration

02/13/2026

PTRS faculty testified in Annapolis on Feb. 5 in support of Fair Copay legislation that would limit coinsurance, copayments, and deductibles to the same amount as for primary care visits.

Such legislation has passed in 13 states so far and 3 states are considering this legislation this year. Chapter members and leaders testified either in person or remotely in the Health Committee of the Maryland House of Delegates.

Faculty members included APTA Maryland President Roy Film, PT, MPT, DPT, Assistant Professor; APTA Maryland Vice President Rachel Reoli, DPT, PhD, Assistant Professor; and APTA Maryland Director for Government Affairs, Linda Horn, PT, DScPT, MHS, Assistant Professor.

We are so proud to see our faculty members represent the department and the field of physical therapy so well in Annapolis!

11/19/2025

What's the latest at PTRS? Click here to find out - https://conta.cc/4oQgxGbt

Email from Univ of MD - PTRS November 19, 2025 Department News/Events Congratulations! Jeremy VanDuLuitgaarden, PT, DPT, OCS graduated from the UMSOM Fellowship in Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy.

11/17/2025

Matthew Link, current DPT student, highlighted as one of two veterans recently honored by the University of Maryland, Baltimore for their service!

UMB celebrates student veterans with a special giveaway in honor of Veterans Day.

11/05/2025

A busy Fall at PTRS! Click here to catch up - https://conta.cc/43VUrJE

Email from Univ of MD - PTRS November 5, 2025 Department News/Events PT Month Celebrated In addition to the annual CEU course held on October 23, 2025, PTRS DPT students celebrated National PT Month w

10/27/2025

Don't forget, the DPT application deadline is fast approaching. If you have any questions as you finalize your application, do not hesitate to join on of our virtual admissions office hours this week. We'd be happy to help, and are excited to see you in our candidate pool!

10/22/2025

The latest news and updates from PTRS, click here - https://conta.cc/3WSz4VG

Email from Univ of MD - PTRS October 22, 2025 Department News/Events PT Month 2025 CEU Course There's still time to register for tomorrow's CEU event! REGISTER HERE Welcome PTRS welcomes Joseph Massa

10/22/2025

Prospective DPT applicants don't forget, the submission deadline is right around the corner: November 1st. We want to see your application!

If you have any questions to help finalize your application, Brett Weinstein, Assistant Director of Admissions and Recruiting, is hosting office hours next week. Please don't hesitate to make contact.

10/08/2025

Catch the latest updates from PTRS -

Email from Univ of MD - PTRS October 8, 2025 Department News/Events Spinal Research Network Meeting Timothy Faw, PT, DPT, PhD, Assistant Professor was invited to speak at the 25th Annual Spinal Resea

10/07/2025

Please join UMSOM PTRS in celebrating Physical Therapy Month this October! We are offering a free virtual CEU opportunity on Thursday, October 23rd. "Rehabilitation Strategies for Older Adults Utilizing a GLP-1: Frailty, Vulnerability, and Wellness" will be presented by Dr. Odessa Addison, DPT, PhD.

Register here: https://www.eventleaf.com/e/UMBPTRS.PTMonth

10/02/2025

Reminder! Starting 12:00 pm Eastern today, Assistant Director of Admissions, Brett Weinstein, will be hosting an Ask Me Anything session for those looking to finish and submit their DPT application. Drop in at any time between 12 - 5 to ask your questions, no matter how big or small.

Session link: tinyurl.com/UMB-DPT-AMA

09/26/2025

Brett Weinstein, Assistant Director of Admissions, will be hosting an AMA session for DPT applicants on Thursday, October 2nd from 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern. Drop in at any time to ask your questions about the application process. We look forward to seeing you!

AMA link: tinyurl.com/UMB-DPT-AMA