Michael J Hodges

Michael J Hodges, PT, DPT, OCS

Clinical Assistant Professor & Assistant Director Of Clinical Education

Department: HP-PHYSICAL THERAPY
Business Phone: (352) 273-6085
Business Email: mhodges@phhp.ufl.edu

About Michael J Hodges

Hi, I am Michael Hodges, a physical therapist at UF Health. I earned my bachelor of health science in physical therapy from the University of Florida, followed by a master of health science in physical therapy from the same institution. Eager to enhance my expertise, I pursued a transitional doctor of physical therapy at Florida Gulf Coast University.

My dedication to excellence is underscored by my board certification in orthopaedics by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). My clinical focus spans a range of specialties, including spine care, post-operative conditions, total joint rehabilitation, geriatrics and physical deconditioning.

My journey into physical therapy was sparked by a personal experience—I sustained a knee injury while playing football in high school. Motivated by my own rehabilitation, I developed a keen interest in studying physical therapy to assist others in their recovery from injury and illness. As a physical therapist, my approach centers on attentive listening and tailoring rehabilitation programs to align with the unique goals of each patient. I prioritize creating feasible and effective plans that yield optimal outcomes in an efficient manner.

Accomplishments

Equal Access Clinical PT Provider of the Year
2024 · UF Equal Access Clinic
Outstanding Clinical Instructor Award
2014 · University of Florida Department of Physical Therapy

Teaching Profile

Courses Taught
2021-2024
PHT6186C Motor/Therap Exerc 1
2022-2025
PHT6189C Examin and Evaluation
2022
PHT6070C Radiolo/Diagnos Image
2023-2024
PHT6730 Screening for Referral in Physical Therapy
2023-2025
PHT6807 Clinical Education 4
2023-2025
PHT6861 Clinical Education 2
2023-2025
PHT6817 Clinical Education 5
2023-2025
PHT6771C Musclskltl Disordr 2
2024-2025
PHT6811 Clinical Education 3
2024-2025
PHT6823 Clinical Education 6
2024-2025
PHT6188C Functional Anatomy 2
2024
PHT6770C Musclskltl Disordr 1

Board Certifications

  • Board Certified in Orthopedic Physical Therapy
    APTA

Clinical Profile

Faculty advisor and student mentor for UF PT Equal Access (Pro-Bono) Clinic

Specialties
  • Physical Therapy

Publications

Academic Articles
2022
Femoral Neuropathy Following Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF) Procedure: A Case Report
JOSPT Cases. 2(3):162-165
2011
Fear of movement, quality of life, and self-reported disability in obese patients with chronic lumbar pain.
Pain medicine (Malden, Mass.). 12(1):154-64 [DOI] 10.1111/j.1526-4637.2010.01011.x. [PMID] 21087405.
2008
A randomized trial of behavioral physical therapy interventions for acute and sub-acute low back pain (NCT00373867).
Pain. 140(1):145-157 [DOI] 10.1016/j.pain.2008.07.029. [PMID] 18786762.
2007
Investigation of clinician agreement in evaluating movement quality during unilateral lower extremity functional tasks: a comparison of 2 rating methods.
The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy. 37(3):122-9 [PMID] 17416127.

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy
2019-2021 · Florida Gulf Coast University
Master of Health Science in Physical Therapy
1999-2004 · University of Florida
Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy
1989-1993 · University of Florida

Contact Details

Phones:
Business:
(352) 273-6085
Emails:
Addresses:
Business Mailing:
PO Box 100154
GAINESVILLE FL 32610
Business Street:
1225 CENTER DR
GAINESVILLE FL 32610