Angelica Coleman
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Student Physical Therapist with hands-on experience multiple clinical settings, adept in patient care and assessment. Proven ability in manual therapy and collaborative teamwork, committed to delivering evidence-based practice and enhancing patient outcomes in diverse clinical settings. Excited to further develop skills in acute rehab and women's health with interests in performing arts and neuro rehabilitation
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Upcoming Terminal B Clinical Experience
Metropolitan Hospital Center Acute Rehab Unit
New York, New York
03.2025 - 05.2026
- Will gain clinical experience in the acute rehab setting.
Upcoming Terminal A Clinical Experience
The Wellness Den by Cynergy
New York, New York
01.2025 - 03.2026
- Will gain hands on experience in a Women's Health and Pelvic Health
Advanced Seminar in Adult Neuro-Rehabilitation
Columbia DPT Program
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Master class presentation and lab on the impact of dual-tasking on balance in TBI patients. Observed in the following clinical settings: Multiple Sclerosis Clinic, Rehab Medicine, ALS, wheelchair, Movement Disorders, and stroke in-patient.
Student Physical Therapist, Clinical Experience II
JAG Physical Therapy
New York, New York
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Treated surgical, non-surgical, simple, and complex orthopedic injuries with patients of various ages and activity levels via modalities, manual therapy, soft tissue, therapeutic and functional interventions. Completed an in-service project on the portable dynamometer.
Student Physical Therapist, Clinical Experience I
Pivot Athletico Physical Therapy
Capitol Heights, MD
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Treated a mixture of orthopedic and neurological patients. Managed 50% of the head PT's caseload independently, conducting evaluations, documentation, and plan of care development.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Columbia University, Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
New York, NY5 2026
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Leadership Studies
Hampton University
Hampton, VA5 2023
SAEP Summer Scholar - Physical Therapy
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia, VA07-2022
SHPEP Summer Scholar - Physical Therapy
Columbia University
New York (City), NY07-2021
Research Experience
Dance Research Team Member, Columbia University Research Practicum
New York, NY, Fall 2024-Spring 2026
Collaborating with the dance research team, we created a novel method to measure ankle proprioception using a rocker board and smart phone measuring app. We collected data by recruiting self identified dancers in NYC and conducting the experiment. We have been given the opportunity to present this project through a poster at the 2026 Combined Sections Meeting.
Leadership And Campus Involvement
- Vice President, Black Student Union, Columbia University Physical Therapy, 2024-Present
- Liaison, Social Justice Coalition, Columbia University, 2023-Present
- Vice President & Historian of Kinesiology Club, Hampton University, 2020-2023
- Member, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., 2021-Present
Clinical Skills
Examination, evaluation, documentation, patient care & assessment, plan of care development. Manual therapy, myofascial release, developing functional exercise programs. Goniometry, MMT, ROM measurements. Balance, Posture & Gait analysis. Vestibular rehabilitation. Research methodology, data organization & analysis, evidence based practice. Feedback and communication with staff and patients
Professional Affiliation
Student Member, American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), 2023-Present
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer Exercise Leader, CancerFIT, NYU Langone Health, Perlmutter Cancer Center, New York, NY Jan. '25, April '25
- Co-led HIIT workout sessions for cancer patients, providing cueing and safety support
Community Health Volunteer, Hope Day with The Grace Place, Harlem, NY June '24, June '25
- Performed postural screenings and provided education to community members
Columbia University Dancer Screening, New York, NY June '24, Feb. '25
- Assisted with injury prevention screenings and dancer education
Ailey School Musculoskeletal Screening, Alvin Ailey Studios, New York, NY Sept. '23, July '24.
- Guided dancers through assessments and documentation for baseline measurements.
Certification
• CPR & First Aid Certified, American Heart Association, valid through Nov. '27
• HIPAA Certified, valid through Oct. '26
• HIPAA Certified, valid through Oct. '26
Timeline
Advanced Seminar in Adult Neuro-Rehabilitation
Columbia DPT Program
09.2025 - 12.2025
Student Physical Therapist, Clinical Experience II
JAG Physical Therapy
05.2025 - 08.2025
Upcoming Terminal B Clinical Experience
Metropolitan Hospital Center Acute Rehab Unit
03.2025 - 05.2026
Upcoming Terminal A Clinical Experience
The Wellness Den by Cynergy
01.2025 - 03.2026
Student Physical Therapist, Clinical Experience I
Pivot Athletico Physical Therapy
10.2024 - 12.2024
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Columbia University, Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Leadership Studies
Hampton University
SAEP Summer Scholar - Physical Therapy
Virginia Commonwealth University
SHPEP Summer Scholar - Physical Therapy
Columbia University