Aspiring Physical Therapist Devon Williamson

Motivated Sense of Accomplishment Why Physical Therapy? Determined Dedicated Motivated Sense of Accomplishment I want to change people’s lives Helping others recover from injury Watching clients improve their strength & mobility

Future Aspirations (Part 1) Clinical Director Facility focusing mainly on sport and athlete recovery Being my own boss

Future Aspirations (Part 2) University level Orthopedic Physical Therapist Personal sports injuries have guided my focus from Athletic Training to Physical Therapy I understand the set back injuries have on participation in sports I desire to help athletes return stronger, overcome their set backs, and prevent future injury

Athletic History Softball 8 years; 5-13 years old Pitcher, First Base, and Short Stop

Williamstown High School Graduated in the top 25% of the class of 2010 Desired to be an Athletic Trainer Captain and MVP of the Varsity Swim Team

Athletic History Continued… Swimming 3 years; 15-18 years old Sophomore to Senior year of HS My Main Events 100yd backstroke 200yd Individual Medley 400yd freestyle relay 200yd medley relay

Gloucester County College Major Athletic Training Graduation May 2012 3.1 GPA

Gloucester County College Completed Core Courses Anatomy and Physiology I & II Basic Nutrition Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries Safety and First Aid

Rowan University Department of Health and Exercise Science Health Promotion and Wellness Management 3.0 GPA

Rowan University Expected Graduation May 2017 Completed Core Courses: Kinesiology Exercise Physiology Nutrition Foundations of Health Promotion & Wellness Management Current Core Courses: Exercise Prescription Exercise for Special Populations Lab in Personal Training

Victory Physical Therapy Voted Best Physical Therapy in Gloucester County - 2008, 2011, and 2012 May 2010-August 2010 80 Observation Hours Working directly with… Dr. Michael A. Walters, PT, CSCS Dr. Joseph Orbaczewski, PT, DPT

Victory Physical Therapy September 2016 Hired as PT Aid Job of a PT Aid Prepares treatment room for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols. Aid prepares patients for physical therapy treatment by welcoming, comforting, providing and assisting patient into physical therapy apparel or apertures

GetFIT is dedicated to promoting an inclusive culture of health and wellness for people with disabilities, chronic health conditions, and their caregivers January-May 2016 GetFIT Volunteer

Why go to Physical Therapy? Reduce or eliminate pain Avoid surgery Recover from surgery Improve mobility

More reasons to go to Physical Therapy Improve balance/reduce falls Recover from injury Manage age-related issues Return to sport

Why Sports Recovery? Patellar tracking problems have held me back in sports Poor training methods, inadequate warm-ups, and lack of conditioning are just a few of the causes of sports injuries Most common sports injuries Sprains, strains, and fractures Knee injuries Swollen muscles Shin splints Dislocations

Victory Physical Therapy Get FIT Contact: Devon Williamson Email : williamsd8@students.rowan.edu Phone : 856-885-6842

It is an outstanding honor to be able to have the skills and knowledge to help others regain their mobility and flexibility, build up strength, recover from injury and prevent any future injury and this is why I stay motivated and dedicated to my studies. I look forward to the day that my hard work pays off and I receive my PhD in Physical Therapy, being able to do what I love for the rest of my life.