About

DPT students

Our Mission

The mission of the Department of Physical Therapy is to advance rehabilitation practice and science. We do this through education and mentorship, basic and clinical research and service to the profession and communities.

Our Philosophy

We endorse promotion of health, preventative care, and rehabilitation as major roles in physical therapy.  We believe in the right of each patient, student, and faculty member to access the best evidence-based practice as a reflection of academic and clinical truth. We believe that the search for the best evidence-based practice should occur in an environment that fosters growth of the individual, personally and professionally. We believe that it is the responsibility of the faculty to advance knowledge through their research, teaching, and creative endeavors. We believe that learning is a life-long, on-going activity and we strive to instill this belief in our students.

We believe in the right of each individual to have ready access to health care.

Core Values

Empowerment, Trust, Humility, Kindness, Dependability

Rules of Engagement

We value all voices and lead with kindness, compassion, and mutual respect.

Culture Statement

Our inclusive team creates a welcoming, safe, and collaborative environment that inspires excellence.


Meet Our Faculty and Staff


Contact Us!

If you have questions about our academic, research, or training programs or just have a general inquiry, feel free to call us or send us an email.

General Inquiries

Main Office Phone- 352-273-6085
Main Office FAX- 352-273-6109

Mailing Address

University of Florida
College of Public Health & Health Professions
Department of Physical Therapy
Box 100154, UFHSC
Gainesville, FL 32610-0154

Shipping Address

University of Florida
College of Public Health & Health Professions
Department of Physical Therapy
1225 Center Drive
HPNP Bldg., Room #1142
Gainesville, FL 32610-0154


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