Who Dat Prof?
This professor really has a way with words when he shared his special simile: “Going into pediatrics is no different than going to vet school.”
Who is Matt the Sports PA
What is the iconic yet informative phrase a certain SPT responds with when someone asks about an assignment in the GroupMe?
What is “look at the syllabus.”
While practicing transfer skills in class, SPTs added a little extra flair—turning the art of the transfer into a bit of WWE.
What is Neuro Rehab 1.
If it moves, stabilizes, or overcompensates, this professor has a lecture about it—and probably a practical exam.
Who is Dr. Bialosky.
This “magnifico” professor, dazzled by a graph of “bellissimo“ high test averages, briefly wondered if exam excellence could possibly be… too excellent.
Who is Dr. Pozzi.
After this lab, lots of SPTs left strangely hungry—blame it on the formaldehyde?
What is cadaver lab.
From postural control to purposeful movement after injury, this professor specializes in retraining what the nervous system forgot.
Who is Dr. Fox.
Studying for MSK was quite the task, but we kept telling ourselves that this is important for when we go out to clinic. Unfortunately, many of our lectures from this class ended with this phrase:
What is ”This is useless and you should never do it clinically but you have to know it.”
This class is led by a professor who seems fueled by ten espressos and a few white monster energy drinks, refers to himself in the third person, and tackles 8 a.m. lectures with relentless enthusiasm for both the subject he instructs and professionalism in the program.
Who is Dr. Lott.
This expert teaches how damaged pathways relearn movement, why reflexes matter, and how plasticity gives patients a second chance.
Who is Dr. Hawkins.
Before this lecture, the professor gave a playful disclaimer: Nonstop jokes ahead. Side effects may include increased heart rate, deep diaphragmatic breaths of laughter, and that his humor is very much part of the curriculum.
Who is Dr. Ahmed.
In this class “back in the day”, students worked to master ambulation techniques on various surfaces using different assistive devices—only to discover that each professor was convinced their method was the correct way, which made the first practical just a tiny bit nerve-wracking.
What is basic skills.
When early mobility feels impossible, this person somehow makes it happen—and every October proves that even a pointy hat can coexist with ICU evals.
Who is Dr. Smith.
This class became briefly derailed when one professor was visibly “star-struck” after Dr. Hodges walked in wearing an outfit identical to his own - prompting him to ask the class if anyone else thought Dr. Hodges looked especially attractive that day.
Who is Dr. Bialosky
A specific professor arrived 20 minutes late to this class’s lecture, claiming he “lost track of his schedule” despite strong evidence he simply forgot he was supposed to be teaching us that day.
What is Pharmacology
Sustentaculum Tali is his favorite word.
Who is Dr. Bishop
This CO’27 catch phrase was born after Dr. Bishop shared that PT school is like drinking from a fire hydrant.
What is SIP ON IT!