Goals and Program Outcomes

Goals for the Resident

1. Become advanced, expert practitioners in neurologic physical therapy with the goal of improving patient outcomes of those with neurological disorders
2. Appreciate the process of scientific inquiry through participating in clinical research and contributing to the body of knowledge in the field
3. Engage in the critical review, interpretation and synthesis of the scientific literature and apply relevant findings to clinical practice
4. Become competent, skilled teachers in the education of colleagues , novice physical therapists, physical therapy students and patients
5. Become leaders by engaging in community service / community program development to meet the needs of patients with chronic neurological disorders
6. Demonstrate the highest standards of professionalism in all clinical, research, education and community activities

Upon completion of the Neurologic Residency Program, residents will be prepared to sit for the ABPTS examination to become a board certified clinical specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy

Program Outcomes

• All enrolled residents (21/21) have successfully completed the program.
• All residents have successfully participated in teaching within the Neurological Systems I course as part of BU’s DPT program.
• All residents have engaged in research; most have presented their work at a professional conference.
• All residents have successfully engaged in leadership and community outreach opportunities.
• 100% of graduates of the Boston University Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency Program have passed the NCS exam.