Category: SPT News

PNWU DPT Student Leads Research to Improve Care for Parkinson’s Patients 

Sheryl Lal, a third-year Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) student, recently had an opportunity to present her research at the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy annual conference.   The research aimed at improving exercise interventions for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. The project, conducted in PNWU’s CAMS lab, compared high-intensity interval circuit training that incorporated both upper and lower extremity exercises to training focused solely on the…Continue Reading PNWU DPT Student Leads Research to Improve Care for Parkinson’s Patients 

A Balancing Act

PNWU Hosts Fall Risk and Balance Screening  Recently, students and faculty from Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) joined forces with Washington State University nursing and pharmacy students to host a free Fall Risk and Balance Screening for older adults in the Yakima community.  The interprofessional event—organized in recognition of Fall Prevention Month, was…Continue Reading A Balancing Act

Solutions in Motion 

  • Author By Eve
  • Publication date October 21, 2025
  • Categories: News, SPT News

PNWU’s Second Annual DPT Research Symposium Highlights the Power of Community-Driven Science  On Monday, October 20, from 5–6:30 PM, the Student Center at Delta Dental Equity Hall transformed into a hub of inquiry, innovation, and advocacy as PNWU’s School of Physical Therapy hosted its Second Annual Research Symposium.  Open to students, faculty, and staff—and complete with light refreshments—the…Continue Reading Solutions in Motion 

Simply Being Present

Dr. Rachael Arabian, PNWU Physical Therapy Professor, Brings Global Lessons Home to the Northwest “One of the most meaningful aspects was witnessing the impact of simply being present.” For Dr. Rachel Arabian, Assistant Professor in Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences’ School of Physical Therapy (SOPT), this was more than an observation — it was…Continue Reading Simply Being Present

Accelerating Impact

Full Accreditation Elevates PNWU’s Physical Therapy Program as First Graduates Begin Practice On Thursday, May 29, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences officially received word that our School of Physical Therapy (SOPT) has earned full accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). With the echoes of a commencement celebration honoring the…Continue Reading Accelerating Impact

History in Motion

PNWU Celebrates First-Ever Doctor of Physical Therapy Graduates On Saturday, May 17, 2025, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) celebrated a historic step forward for rural and underserved communities, as well as the mission-driven university itself. In a momentous inaugural celebration, 28 graduates from PNWU’s inaugural Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) class received their…Continue Reading History in Motion

Championing Health, Advocating for Access: A Journey Rooted in Service and Leadership 

Mariah Williams, PNWU School of Physical Therapy Class of 2025 Student Doctor Mariah Williams’s journey to PNWU is paved by an unwavering commitment to care, service, and leadership. As a proud Alaskan Native American and the first graduate student in her family, Student Doctor Williams’s path to becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy was ignited…Continue Reading Championing Health, Advocating for Access: A Journey Rooted in Service and Leadership 

Dr. Tiffany Salido Nominated for Service Provider Optimism Award

Dr. Tiffany Salido, Assistant Professor in PNWU’s School of Physical Therapy, has been nominated for the prestigious Service Provider Optimism Award by the American Parkinson’s Disease Association (APDA). The nomination recognizes Dr. Salido’s exceptional contributions to the Parkinson’s community, both as an educator and a dedicated advocate for those living with Parkinson’s. As an assistant…Continue Reading Dr. Tiffany Salido Nominated for Service Provider Optimism Award

PNWU Professor’s Research Sheds New Light on Recovery after a Car Crash

As a clinician, Dr. Brad Callan spent more than two decades treating neck and back pain. Now an Assistant Professor in PNWU’s School of Physical Therapy, he’s utilizing that experience to reshape the way we approach recovery after a motor vehicle crash. His recent study, published as part of his dissertation work, highlights an often-overlooked factor…Continue Reading PNWU Professor’s Research Sheds New Light on Recovery after a Car Crash

SOPT Pediatrics Class

The photos below capture moments from our first lab day in the pediatrics class for third-year students! We welcomed five infants, followed by nine toddlers in the afternoon. Our students had the chance to interact with the children and their parents, administer standard assessments, and engage in therapy-based activities. Some of the kids enjoyed themselves…Continue Reading SOPT Pediatrics Class