Georgetown University Hospital
Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Women’s Health
Physical Therapy Residency Program
Georgetown University Hospital Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program
CONTENTS
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Mission Statement
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Residency Program Goals
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General Information
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Didactic Curriculum
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Faculty
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Admissions Requirements
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Application Process
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Further Information
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Application
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Georgetown University Hospital Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program
Residency Mission Statement
The primary purpose of the Georgetown University Hospital Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency program is to prepare physical therapists with advanced knowledge in women’s health physical therapy integrated with a foundation in basic and applied sciences and scientific inquiry. The program will also prepare residents for independent advanced practice in the area of women’s health physical therapy and prepare them for their role as a clinical specialist.
Graduates will demonstrate their education through excellence in evidence based practice, the pursuit of clinical research and leadership in Women’s Health physical therapy.
They will make a strong contribution to their profession and to their community.
The program will graduate physical therapists that support and uphold the mission, vision and values held by Georgetown University Hospital.
Residency Goals
• Support the Mission, Vision and Values of Georgetown University Hospital by meeting the needs of our patients, physicians and co-workers through provision of women’s health physical
therapy services.
• Contribute to the profession of physical therapy through writing, teaching, leadership in consultative activities in the area of women’s health.
• Be critical consumers of scientific literature and be proficient in incorporating new techniques and knowledge into clinical practice.
Georgetown University Hospital Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program
General Information
• Credentialing: Accreditation is currently being sought from the APTA for the Residency Program; the Program is currently not accredited by the APTA and accreditation is not
guaranteed and is not a condition of acceptance or completion. The American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education states the following: Residents or fellows are considered graduates from a credentialed Program that had submitted a complete application while the residents or fellows were actively enrolled in the Program, and the credentialing was based on that application.
• Length of Study: 12 months (minimum); 36 months (maximum)
• Program Entrance Date: Rolling dates
• Tuition: While enrolled as a resident in the GUH WH Program, there is no fee for tuition. • Salary: Residents will receive a salary as an employee of Georgetown University Hospital.
Salaries are somewhat lower than those for new gradate physical therapists. (Residents do not carry a full-time case load in order to allow time for didactic coursework, research, mentoring, presentations and projects.)
• Benefits: Residents are eligible for benefits as an employee of Georgetown University Hospital. This includes employer supported health and dental insurance, employer paid time-off (vacation/sick time, six holidays, educational days, two floating personal holidays). This is not an all-inclusive list. Applicants are directed to the GUH Department of Human Resources for a full description of benefits.
• Overview: The program is designed to provide residents with a minimum 12 month intensive study in the area of Women’s Health Physical Therapy, preparing the resident to sit and pass the Women’s Health Specialty Exam administered by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS). The program curriculum includes direct patient care, mentoring time, didactic education, projects and presentations.
Georgetown University Hospital Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program
Didactic Curriculum
Residents receive didactic training on topics related to women’s health physical therapy which are expected knowledge areas published in the current Description of Specialty Practice for Women’s Health Physical Therapy. The content is taught by faculty of the GUH Women’s Health Physical Therapy
Residency Program and additional continuing education coursework. Residents will also participate in Grand Rounds, Case Presentations, Journal Club and other educational experiences.
Learning Unit (Examples) Overview of Women’s Health
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
• Pelvic Pain
• Continence Issues (Urinary/Fecal)
Pre-Natal & Post-Partum Orthopaedic Dysfunction Lymphedema Musculoskeletal Dysfunction • Female Athlete Osteoporosis Fibromyalgia/Chronic Pain Post-Surgical Dysfunction
Additional didactic coursework opportunities include (but are not limited to):
• Continuing Education ($2500 per year continuing education credit as GUH employee) o APTA Section on Women’s Health
o Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute o APTA Orthopaedic Section
o Real Time Ultrasound (Scott Epsley, PT, Post Grad Certification Sports Physiotherapy)
o International Spine & Pain Institute/NOI Group (David Butler)
o Institute of Physical Art
o University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
o North American Seminars
Georgetown University Hospital Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program
Faculty
Clinical Faculty:
Carrie James Pagliano, PT, DPT, OCS, WCS, MTC
Scott Epsley, PT, Post Grad Certification Sports Physiotherapy Kendra Harrington, PT, DPT, WCS
Lisa Ebb, PT, MSPT, NCS Johanna Murphy, PT, MS Jennifer Thoren, MS, OTR/L
Core Academic Faculty:
Carrie James Pagliano, PT, DPT, OCS, WCS, MTC Michael Uttecht, PT, MS, ATC, CFMT, OCS, CSCS
Scott Epsley, PT, Post Grad Certification Sports Physiotherapy Johanna Murphy, PT, MS
Jennifer Thoren, MS, OTR/L
Adjunct Physical Therapy Faculty:
Michael Uttecht, PT, MS, ATC, CFMT, OCS, CSCS
Scott Epsley, PT, Post Grad Certification Sports Physiotherapy Aaron Keil, PT, OCS
Patricia Alomar, PT
Kurt Van der Schalie, PT, MS, OCS, ATC Scott Juzwak, PT, DPT
Sameer Mehta, PT, DPT Blair Watson, PT, DPT
Ann Nicholson, PT, DPT, MTC Andy Novick, PT
Georgetown University Hospital Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program
Admission Requirements
1. Applicants must show proof of graduation from a CAPTE (Commission for Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education) accredited physical therapy program and hold (in good standing) a current license to practice physical therapy in the District of Columbia. Completion of a Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Course (Level 1 at minimum) is required upon initiation of program (or proof of registration). If applicant is currently a student, the applicant will identify anticipated date of graduation from CAPTE program.
2. A completed application received by the program director
3. Acceptance is based upon interest, ability and aptitude for a career as a women’s health physical therapist. The strongest applicants will demonstrate the following:
a. Strong academic education and background b. Advanced verbal and written communication skills
c. Clinical education, internships and mentoring experiences in women’s health physical therapy supervised by a Clinical Specialist in Women’s Health
d. Strong fundamentals in clinical reasoning/problem solving and the application of examination and treatment procedures related to the practice of women’s health physical therapy
e. Research experience and interest
4. Residents are selected by the Residency Admissions Committee and their decision is final. Superior candidates will be given an interview, conducted by the members of the Application Committee. Candidates are assessed in the areas of commitment, knowledge of the purpose of the program, interests and personality. Good candidates will possess qualities of flexibility, team building, leadership and a desire to learn.
Applicants requesting disability accommodations must do so by filing a request detailing necessary accommodations in writing to the program office.
Georgetown University Hospital Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program
Application Process
1. To obtain an application:
a. Online: available 12/2010
b. E-mail: Send an e-mail to Carrie.J.Pagliano@gunet.georgetown.edu requesting an application. Type “Women’s Health Residency Application Request” in the subject line. c. Mail: Write to the Program Coordinator Carrie James Pagliano and request an
application by mail
Carrie J. Pagliano, PT, DPT, OCS, WCS, MTC Women’s Health Residency Director Georgetown University Hospital
Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Bles Building, CG-12
3800 Reservoir Road, NW Washington, DC 20007
2. In applying for admission the following materials must be submitted: a. Application form with essays (see application packet)
b. Three (3) letters of recommendation (see application packet)
c. Current resume or summary of career goals, employment history and extracurricular activities
d. Official academic transcripts
e. Copy of DC Physical Therapy license or proof of application
f. Proof of completion of a Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Course (Level 1 at minimum) is required upon initiation of program (or proof of registration).
g. Non-refundable application processing fee of $50.00 payable to Georgetown University Hospital Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
3. GUH WH Residency Program reserves the right NOT to process any application that is incomplete
4. Within 2-4 weeks after the application is received, applications meeting admission requirements will be invited for a personal interview or phone interview.
5. Acceptance into the program is provisional pending the candidate meeting all conditions of employment of Georgetown University Hospital. Applicants will be notified of their status in the program in writing within 45 days of an interview or within 60 days of receipt of the completed application.
Georgetown University Hospital Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program
Further Information
For further information or an application packet, please visit our website: (12/2010) Or contact:
Carrie James Pagliano, PT, DPT, OCS, WCS, MTC Women’s Health Residency Director
Georgetown University Hospital
Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Bles Building, CG-12
3800 Reservoir Road, NW Washington, DC 20007 Telephone: 202-444-4180
E-mail: Carrie.J.Pagliano@gunet.georgetown.edu
This information represents what is current at the time of printing of this publication and is subject to change. Applicants should contact the Women’s Health Residency Program at Georgetown University Hospital to verify the requirements for the year in which the application will be submitted.
It is the policy of the Women’s Health Residency Program to recruit, admit and retain participants on a nondiscriminatory basis. Specifically, the program does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation and disability or health status.
Georgetown University Hospital Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program
Application Checklist
Application materials must be submitted directly to the Program Coordinator.
Application Form with essays
Three (3) letters of recommendation. If you are a recent graduate, please include on recommendation from a clinical instructor.
A current resume or CV
Official academic transcripts
Copy of DC Physical Therapy License
Proof of completion of a Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Course (Level 1 at minimum) is required upon initiation of program (or proof of registration).
Non-refundable application processing fee of $50.00 payable to Georgetown University Hospital Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
An interview will be arranged as appropriate after all application materials have been obtained. Interviews are conducted in person when feasible. Phone interviews will be considered if necessary. It is the responsibility of the applicant to insure that all materials (including letters of recommendation) are received by the program director/coordinator in a timely fashion.
Applicants lacking materials will not be considered. Applicants will be notified by mail of the Program’s decision within 30 days of receipt of the entire application packet.
SEND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS, LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION AND CORRESPONDENCE TO: o Carrie J. Pagliano, PT, DPT, OCS, WCS, MTC
Women’s Health Residency Director Georgetown University Hospital
Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Bles Building, CG-12
3800 Reservoir Road, NW Washington, DC 20007
Georgetown University Hospital Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program
PERSONAL INFORMATION:
Name (Last, First, Middle):Mailing Address: City, State & Zip: Until:
Permanent Address: City, State & Zip: E-mail:
Social Security Number: Day Phone: Evening Phone: Date of Birth:
Are you a United States citizen? Yes No If NO, what country? If NO, do you have US Permanent
Resident Status?
Yes No
RACE/NATIONAL ORIGIN:
White (non-Hispanic) Cuban American
African American, African Caribbean or Black Puerto Rican
Alaskan Native or American Indian Latino/a or other Hispanic
Asian or Pacific Islander Other
Mexican American Do not choose to indicate
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION:
Name: Relationship to applicant:
Day phone:
Address: Evening phone: E-mail:
Have you ever applied to this program before: Yes No When?
Have you ever been place on probation or dismissed from a college or university? Yes No If yes, please provide details in attached statement.
Have you ever been convicted of a crime (other than a minor traffic violation)? Yes No If yes, please provide details in attached statement.
Georgetown University Hospital Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program
Last Name, First Name
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND:
List all colleges and universities attended. Please enclose official transcripts from all of these institutions.
Institution City/State
From
Mo/Yr
To
Mo/Yr
Major
Credits
Earned
Degree
Date
GPA
Does your academic record accurately reflect your capabilities? Yes No Describe why or why not.
Have you been certified in any health profession (?) Yes No If yes, please indicate:
Profession: Date:
Profession: Date:
Please list other residency programs to which you are applying this year:
PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE:
Please indicate the state(s) in which you currently are licensed to practice as a physical therapist.
Submit a photocopy of your licensure certificate(s).
Georgetown University Hospital Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Please list three (3) individuals you have asked to send letters of recommendation on your behalf:
1. Name Title/Organization Address 2. Name Title/Organization Address 3. Name Title/Organization Address
WORK/VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:
Please attach your resume. Please describe below your healthcare experience beginning with the most recent.
Institution: City, State:
Position/Title: Volunteer Paid
Dates: Total Hours:
Description of Responsibilities:
Institution: City, State:
Position/Title: Volunteer Paid
Dates: Total Hours:
Description of Responsibilities:
Institution: City, State:
Position/Title: Volunteer Paid
Dates: Total Hours:
Description of Responsibilities:
Georgetown University Hospital Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program
APPLICATION ESSAYS:
1) Please describe the motivating factors influencing your decision to apply for a Women’s Health Residency at Georgetown University Hospital. Please include in detail your experiences in physical therapy that may have an effect on successful completion of the program. Indicate any strengths/weaknesses that might influence your pursuit of the program. Include educational, clinical, business administration, marketing and research experiences. Limit: 1000 words.
2) Discuss your experiences with and knowledge of autonomous practice and how this may shape your experience as a Women’s Health Resident. Limit: 750 words.
3) Please write any additional statement you wish to include supporting your application. This question is optional and intended only to give each candidate full opportunity for self-expression. Limit: 500 words.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
How did you learn about the Georgetown University Hospital Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program: Check all that apply: Ad in
Bulletin (Posting) /Website Referral by physical therapist/student Conference Other:
What factors contributed to your decision to apply for admission to our Residency Program?
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REQUIRED SIGNATURE:
To the best of my knowledge, the information on this application is true and accurate.
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