LAUREN WU

Doctor of Physical Therapy

(248) 495-3847 · wu1l@cmich.edu

EDUCATION CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL STUDENT PHYSICAL THERAPIST 01/2018-04/2018

THERAPY Ascension St. John Providence-Macomb Warren, MI
Central Michigan University • Evaluated and treated diverse range of patients with neurological,
Mount Pleasant, MI orthopedic, post-surgical, oncology, and cardiopulmonary conditions in acute
Expected 05/2018 care, ICU, and inpatient rehab.
• Treated patients using NDT and PNF, LiteGait partial body weight-supported
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE gait training, and PWR!Moves strategies to maximize independent mobility
Movement Science and outcomes on the Functional Independence Measure.
University of Michigan • Assessed vitals and medical or mental status changes to modify treatment.
Ann Arbor, MI • Educated families on patients’ progress and caregiver responsibilities.
2010-2014 • Presented in-service on the Postural Assessment Scale for Stroke patients to
implement hospital-wide stroke evaluation.
• Observed neurosurgery, radiology, and orthotics.
LICENSURES • Attended athletic trainer and speech language pathology presentations.
• Assisted with pro-bono exercise class led by a PWR!Moves certified therapist.
LICENSED PHYSICAL • Managed 75-100% of clinical instructor’s case load.
THERAPIST
State of Michigan STUDENT PHYSICAL THERAPIST 09/2017-12/2017
Expected 2018 Special Tree Rehabilitation Romulus, MI
• Evaluated and treated adults and pediatrics post motor vehicle accident with
traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries.
MEMBERSHIP & • Treated patients using NDT, PNF, functional electrical stimulation, therapeutic
CERTIFICATION positioning, progressive strength, balance, and coordination activities.
• Reported in interdisciplinary rounds and caregiver conferences to discuss
rehab progress and eliminate barriers for discharge.
AMERICAN PHYSICAL
THERAPY ASSOCIATION • Attended SAEBO Rejoice and Mobile Arm Supports in-services.
Michigan Chapter • Managed 75-100% of clinical instructor’s case load.
2015-2016
STUDENT PHYSICAL THERAPIST 05/2016-06/2016
AMERICAN RED CROSS Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan-DMC Oak Park, MI
Adult and Pediatric • Evaluated and treated patients with osteoarthritis, chronic pain, low back
First Aid/CPR/AED pain, joint replacement, rotator cuff repair, strains and sprains.
2016-present • Treated patients using Graston Technique™ instrument-assisted soft tissue
mobilization, aquatic therapy, manual therapy, spinal manipulation, traction,
kinesiotaping, electric stimulation, strengthening, and thermal modalities.
CONFERENCES • Observed orthopedic surgery and attended Total Motion Release in-service.
• Gained to exposure to pelvic floor therapy and biofeedback techniques
• Managed 50-75% of clinical instructor’s case load.
MPTA SPRING
CONFERENCE
Student Conclave
Lansing, MI
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
03/2017
VOLUNTEER CO-CHAIR 05/2016 to 04/2017
MPTA SPRING Physical Therapy Student Organization Mount Pleasant, MI
CONFERENCE Central Michigan University
Student Conclave • Raised over $1100 while organizing massages by donation at Relay for Life
Mount Pleasant, MI fundraiser, with proceeds benefitting American Cancer Society.
03/2016 • Hosted national Girls in STEM event in collaboration with department faculty
to educate high-school aged women about health professions.
REFERENCES • Raised over $4000 by leading sub-committee of 8-10 students to host charity
Available upon request. Stomp Out MS 5K Color Run to benefit National Multiple Sclerosis Society.