Assistant Professor, Department of Rehabilitation Science
Tufts UniversityExercise, physical rehabilitation, Physical Therapy
Dr. Lindaman is an assistant professor at Assistant Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Science at Tufts University School of Medicine and a faculty member in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program (Seattle), serving as their primary course director for the clinical neuroscience and neuromuscular practice management courses. Prior to joining Tufts, he served as the course director for the neurological rehabilitation courses at Drexel University. Clinically, he completed his neurological physical therapy residency at Thomas Jefferson University and Magee Rehabilitation Hospital in 2018. He worked as a full-time clinician for Good Shepherd Penn Partners (GSPP) University City in their outpatient site located in Philadelphia from 2018-2023, primarily working with a variety of neurological, orthopedic, and vestibular-related diagnoses. He also served as a clinical instructor. He is recognized by the APTA/Duke University as being vestibular rehabilitation competent. His research agenda is focused on clinical reasoning patterns along with student success within DPT education. Professionally, he has served as the chair of the neurological special interest group for the APTA Pennsylvania Chapter and as a House of Delegate. representative. He currently serves on the Committee of Content Experts (CCE) for the American Board of Physical Therapist Specialist to develop testing questions for the neurological clinical specialty exam.
Assistant Professor, Department of Rehabilitation Science
Tufts UniversityExercise, physical rehabilitation, Physical Therapy
Assistant Professor, Department of Rehabilitation Science
Tufts UniversityExercise, Orthopedic, physical rehabilitation, Physical Therapy
Michael Clarke is a faculty member in Department of Rehabilitation Science at Tufts University School of Medicine who teaches in the Tufts Doctor of Physical Therapy Program (Seattle). With a board certification as an orthopedic clinical specialist through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, and as a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists, he brings a depth of expertise to his teaching. He is the primary instructor for courses in Physical Therapy Fundamentals, Upper Quarter Musculoskeletal Management, and Primary Care, focusing on integrating advanced practice techniques and evidence-based care. His commitment to the profession extends beyond the classroom, serving as the chair of the Nominating Committee for the APTA Idaho Chapter. Recognized for his exceptional contributions and leadership in the field, he was honored as the Physical Therapist of the Year in 2022 by the APTA Idaho.