Students Deliver Physical Therapy Services at UF’s Pro Bono Clinic
The University of Findlay’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program is preparing for its annual Pro Bono Clinic, formally known as the community health and wellness program. This year’s fall clinic begins the week of Sept. 22 and concludes the week of Nov. 17.
UF faculty, staff, and surrounding community members comprise the patient base for the program. This provides valuable real-world experience for the clinic’s students.
“The fall Pro Bono Clinic allows our students to work directly with patients early in their education, while also supporting campus and community members in achieving their fitness and wellness goals,” said Mario Baker, DPT, Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy. “This clinic is a win-win for everyone involved.”
The Pro Bono Clinic has evolved to more holistic treatment model. Students address any orthopedic physical therapy needs in addition to patients’ wellness and fitness. This includes back pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, and more. As a result, clinic patients can count on comprehensive physical care.
“This clinic isn’t just a training opportunity, it’s a meaningful service that empowers both students and the community,” Baker said. “Wellness and prevention are central to modern physical therapy. This helps us put those values into action.”
The volunteer patients of the Pro Bono Clinic commit to attending physical therapy sessions twice a week over a nine-week period. This includes an evaluation in week one, which is then followed by eight weeks of physical therapy treatments. The evaluation and treatment sessions take place at the UF Koehler Fitness Complex.
A licensed physical therapist and UF physical therapy faculty members supervise the contributing physical therapy students for the duration of the program. This structure ensures both guided clinical experience for the students and consistent, high-quality care for patients.
“By serving real patients in a supervised environment, our students build confidence and competence that textbooks alone can’t provide,” Baker explained. “We’re proud to contribute to a healthier community while preparing the next generation of compassionate, skilled physical therapists.”
Click here to learn more about Findlay’s DPT program.
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