University of Colorado Physical Therapy Program

06/11/2026

Did you know that CU PT has a jobs board? Whether you are an alumnus/a of our program looking for work, or an employer looking to hire one of our amazing grads, this is your one-stop shop for finding and sharing opportunities! Check out this link for more information:

Physical therapist job board for CU PT students and alumni. Information on residency opportunities at CU and outside opportunities

06/05/2026

Our very own Dr. Bryce Zaffarano will be presenting at the APTA Colorado Mile High District July Event on, “Generative Intelligence as a Decision-Making Aide,” July 7, 2026 at 8 p.m. You can learn more and register here: https://coloradophysicaltherapists.org/events/mile-high-district-july-event-generative-intelligence-as-a-decision-making-aide/

05/28/2026

Another orientation and White Coat Ceremony is in the books! A warm welcome to the DPT Class of 2028!

05/19/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Jennifer Stevens-Lapsley on being named the 2026 recipient of the 2026 Paul B. Magnuson Award by the VA Office of Research and Development! https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/physical-therapy-program/physical-therapy-program-home/news-updates/dr.-stevens-lapsley-is-recognized-for-outstanding-achievement-in-rehabilitation-research-and-development

05/15/2026

The CU Physical Therapy Program is excited to announce that Dr. Melanie Lambert has been selected for the 2026 Chancellor’s Teaching Recognition Award, and Dr. Dan Malone has been selected for the 2026 President’s Excellence in Teaching Award!

05/13/2026

This week, both Residential and Hybrid Pathway CU PT faculty participated in the Academy of Medical Educators Education & Innovation Symposium & GME Leadership Retreat!

04/21/2026

We are excited to share the upcoming launch of our Performing Arts PT Fellowship!

04/21/2026

Chancellor Elliman recently focused on Parkinson's in his "At the Forefront" April newsletter. Among the stories listed in "More from Our Experts" included one featuring our very own Dr. Mark Manago, and another featuring Dr. Cory Christiansen!

04/15/2026

As part of their visit this week, physical therapy faculty and students from Yamagata Prefectural University of Health Sciences in Japan are partaking in a research forum with CU PT faculty. Shout out to current CU DPT student Jasmine Acree who presented in both English and Japanese! We are grateful for this international cultural exchange of research in our field.

04/13/2026

This week, CU Physical Therapy is excited to host physical therapy faculty and students from Yamagata Prefectural University of Health Sciences in Japan. Today, leadership from their program met with the Associate Dean of Physical Therapy Education, Dr. Michael Harris-Love.