Physical Therapy Program

Physical Therapy consumers have the opportunity to be seen in the Program within either of the two contexts described below. Further information and scheduling appointments can be arranged by calling University Physical Therapy at (401) 874-2006.

Faculty Clinic

     The Faculty Clinic is staffed by Assistant Clinical Professors who serve in joint positions through contracts with other state, federal and private agencies (RI Dept. of Labor and Training, RI MHRH, VA, Group Homes and RHRI). Students are involved in the Faculty Clinic on a voluntary basis serving as Physical Therapy Aides, or during observation rotations included in their curriculum.

      The clinic provides services to the student body and local community. Referrals to the clinic are almost exclusively physician generated, the majority of which come from URI Health Services. Faculty/staff of the University and members of the local community access services at the clinic as well. Services include evaluation and treatment of various orthopedic and neurologic conditions, ergonomic work-station assessments, and assistive device assessments.

Patient Case Coverage

No Information available at this time.

Student Clinic

Teaching and clinical faculty, in the context of classroom exercise, supervise the Student Clinic, servicing individuals who continue to benefit from skilled PT intervention after discharge from formal therapy. Students are required to perform assessments, plan and deliver appropriate care, and document all sessions in accordance to current practice standards.

Clinical Faculty

The following is the list of clinical faculty who are active in our program.

	John McLinden
	Position: Coordinator, University Physical Therapy
	Summary of Interests:

	Celeste Ruggieri-Jones
	Position: Clinical Assistant Professor
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	Janice Hulme
	Position: Clinical Assistant Professor
	Summary of Interests: Treatment of adults with neurological impairments, fitness and exercise for people with chronic neurological disabilities and adults with developmental disabilities, building positive relationships in adults with developmental disabilities. Women's health issues especially lymphedema, osteoporosis and urinary incontinence. Program development and integrating student participation in group exercise programs for specific patient populations.

	Renee VanCouyghen
	Position: Clinical Assistant Professor
	Summary of Interests:

	Sarah Michaud
	Position: Physical Therapist
	Summary of Interests: