Exploring the Interplay of Body Composition, Chronic Disease and Health Care Access
February 28, 2025
Kristine Godziuk, PhD, joined the UCSF Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science in August, bringing with her a diverse background in occupational therapy, obesity research and rehabilitation science.
She started her career in sports medicine, helping people prevent... 
UCSF/SFSU Class of 2025 Commencement Ceremony
February 21, 2025
Event Details
Date: Friday, June 20, 2025
Ceremony Begins: 5:30pm
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A Model for Interprofessional Clinics
January 28, 2025
The UCSF ALS & Neurodegenerative Disease Center has seen significant growth in recent years with a hybrid model of care that combines in-person visits with telehealth services. The expanded range of services enhance access for patients with ALS, a disease marked by medical complexity and... 
Q&A: Jessica Wagner Exploring the Role of the Infrapatellar Fat Pad in Osteoarthritis
January 06, 2025
In a recent conversation, first-year Rehabilitation Science PhD student Jessica Wagner shared insights into her cutting-edge research on the role of the infrapatellar fat pad on osteoarthritis (OA). With a background in physical therapy, Wagner brings a unique clinical perspective to her work,... 
Better Together: Campus Staff Make Strides
November 20, 2024
The campus staff team had a remarkable year in 2024, bringing several major initiatives to life while establishing a solid foundation for continued momentum in 2025.
Serving Community – They kicked off the year with a group volunteer day at Project Open Hand, where members from both the academic... 
The Growth of Pelvic Health Care at UCSF
November 20, 2024
I think what makes pelvic health PT so special is its ability to impact a person’s dignity and quality of life. Many people assume that issues like urinary incontinence are something they just have to live with, but that’s not the case. We can help them regain control, and in doing so, restore... 
Next Generation of Physical Therapy Leaders UCSF–Morehouse Summer Research Training Program
November 20, 2024
This summer, two recent graduates from Morehouse College, a historically Black men’s college, embarked on a transformative journey at the UCSF Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science. 
Irene Gilbert Scholar: Samuel Carson
November 20, 2024
Even though my therapists were great, they lacked specific knowledge about how hormones were affecting my recovery. I realized there’s a need for more providers who understand the unique health care needs of transgender individuals.
Samuel Carson, SPT
UCSF/SFSU Graduate Program in Physical... 