EMILY STEFANSKI
PT, DPT, OMPT

EDUCATION

  • OMPT, Oakland University (Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy)

  • DPT, Oakland University (Doctor of Physical Therapy)

  • BS in Health Science, Minor in Exercise Science, Oakland University

  • BA in Dance, Oakland University

EXPERIENCE

Emily has completed her doctoral degree in Physical Therapy where she gained experience in orthopedics, pediatrics, and neurological rehabilitation. She has treated a broad range of conditions including sports injuries, post-surgical, neurological conditions and degenerative conditions with a patient population spanning from 4 weeks to 90 years. While working on her doctorate, she has assisted in conducting multiple research projects during her time at Oakland University. Upon completion of her doctoral degree, Emily received the ‘Beth C. Marcoux Research Excellence Award’ and the ‘Faculty Recognition Award’ from Oakland University. She has also enjoyed volunteering for Dance for Parkinson’s organization. Since then she has been working in an outpatient setting and continuing on to receive her Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy (OMPT) Certificate from Oakland University.

A QUOTE FROM THE THERAPIST

"I chose the field of physical therapy because of its holistic and hands-on approach to treating pain and correcting movement dysfunctions. I quickly learned that it is a discipline where I could develop close relationships with my patients and play a role in their journey to recovery. It is tremendously rewarding to see a patient go from a debilitated state to a maximally functioning state and celebrate the incremental wins together! I believe in the saying “health is the greatest wealth," and it is my goal to help decrease the burden of injury and replace it with mobility, strength, and confidence. I strive to arm my patients with the knowledge and skills needed to maintain the level of fitness desired so that they can get back to living their fullest life.”

MEMBERSHIP

  • American Physical Therapy Association

  • Michigan Physical Therapy Association

  • APTA Sections: Orthopedics and Sports