Laura Podschun, PT, DPT, PhD, OCS, COMT, CDNS

Laura Podschun has been an Assistant Professor in the Physical Therapy program at AdventHealth University since October 2014. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology from the University of Florida, a Master of Physical Therapy degree from Hahnemann University, a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Arcadia University, and her PhD at Nova Southeastern University. She has over 25 years of experience working as an outpatient orthopedic physical therapist with clinical emphasis on lower extremity biomechanics and movement dysfunction. She is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist. Dr. Podschun has served as an Credentialed Clinical Trainer for the APTA CCIP Level I program since 2017. She has been on the ABPTRFE Accreditation Services committee for residencies and fellowships in the role as both lead and expert reviewer since 2012. Dr. Podschun has taught in several areas of physical therapy education, but most enjoys coursework related to orthopedics, clinical decision-making, kinesiology and research. Research interests include evidence-based practice adoption and effect on patient outcomes, the effect of global service learning on student outcomes, and running related injuries, with special focus on the relationship between biomechanics/movement and pathology or injury.