Foot & Ankle Physical Therapy Fellowship Program
Your career in Foot and Ankle Physical Therapy starts here.
Welcome to St. Luke’s Foot & Ankle Physical Therapy Fellowship Program
The role of physical therapists in the management of foot and ankle related pathology is continually growing. This increasing responsibility requires leaders in physical therapy to have advanced training to effectively manage these patients through the continuum of care. We are looking for a motivated physical therapist interested in becoming a leader and expert in advanced foot and ankle diagnosis and management.
Our Vision: To be the nation’s leading fellowship program for developing elite foot and ankle physical therapy providers through advanced training, collaborative practice, and clinical excellence.
Our Mission: The mission of the Foot and Ankle Physical Therapy Fellowship is to provide a comprehensive, hands-on educational experience focused on the diagnosis and management, including orthotic prescription, for patients with foot and ankle dysfunction. This program aims to enhance clinical expertise and foster advanced skills necessary for effective management of these conditions.
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Driven to provide high quality care
Our teaching faculty are dedicated to shaping the next generation of leaders in Foot and Ankle Physical Therapy, grounded in a commitment to community care. Through a nationally recognized sponsoring institution, we deliver exceptional care to the greater Lehigh Valley—fulfilling St. Luke’s University Health Network’s mission: “To provide patients and the community with the best care, and to advance medical practice and technologies through quality research and innovation.”
We accept up to 3 FAPT fellows per year.
Empowering the next generation of expert physical therapists through research.
At St. Luke’s, we believe that research is the backbone of innovative patient care and advancements. Our Fellowship programs, therefore, are deeply committed to cultivating a culture of scientific curiosity and evidence-based clinical practice.
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St. Luke's Foot and Ankle Physical Therapy Fellowship program offers a well-rounded experience across our multiple sites in the Lehigh Valley and New Jersey, providing exposure to diverse patient populations and advanced technologies.