Beth A. Bartelsen
Physical Therapist
NASHOTAH,WI
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced physical therapist specializing in the treatment of pelvic dysfunction. Robust background within the outpatient setting and over 29 years of postgraduate clinical education. I focus on disorders of the pelvic floor within the realms of Women's and Men's Health. Passionate about educating others, I frequently engage in public speaking to raise awareness and understanding of the physical therapist's role in treating pelvic floor disorders.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI
01.2014 - Current
- Developed and co-authored a professional continuing education course, Male Pelvic Health For Rehabilitation Practitioners, which was taught in 2023, 2024 and is expected to run annually.
- Designed 4 hour lecture and accompanying 1 hour lab dedicated to teaching pelvic floor content on a yearly basis to the 5th year doctoral students.
- Developed and annually teach a 2 credit hour Advanced Elective in Women’s Health.
- Developed and presented a continuing education course titled: The Male Pelvis: A Therapeutic Approach 2013. This course was offered as one of three topics included in Marquette University’s Pelvic Floor Symposium. Target audience included: physical therapists, occupational therapists, nurses and physicians.
Physical Therapist
ProHealth Care
Oconomowoc, WI
01.2010 - Current
- Treating a diverse patient population including pelvic floor disorders (urinary, bowel, pain, sexual dysfunction) oncology specific to Men's and Women's Health, pregnancy, postpartum.
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team including: urogynecology, urology, obstetrics, primary care, internal medicine, physical therapists and occupational therapists specializing in the rehabilitation of pelvic floor disorders for men and women.
- Rehabilitation team lead and mentor for pelvic floor disorders.
- 2012 Co-presenter at the Advanced Practice Nursing Forum in Madison, WI. Assisted in the development of a three hour lecture titled: “A Multidisciplinary Team Approach to Treating Urinary Incontinence and Pelvic Floor Disorders.
Physical Therapist
ATI Physical Therapy
New Berlin, WI
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Developed a treatment program specializing in pelvic disorders for both men and women.
- Formulated a standardized evaluation and treatment protocol for male patients undergoing prostatectomy.
Physical Therapist
WoMen’s Physical Therapy Institute
Lake Zurich, IL
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Physical therapist specializing in the treatment of pelvic dysfunction in both females and males
- Managed a patient population encompassing various diagnoses such as pelvic floor, prostate and breast oncology, pre-natal and post-natal conditions.
Physical Therapist
Centegra Rehabilitation and Sports Clinic
Crystal Lake, IL
01.1996 - 01.2005
- Staff physical therapist treating a wide variety of patients with a strong emphasis on orthopedic and sports medicine in the clinical and aquatic setting.
- Launched the hospital's first pelvic floor program in 2002 for the treatment of urinary incontinence and pelvic pain.
Physical Therapist
The Fountains of Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake, IL
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Contracted as a physical therapist to conduct evaluations and administer treatment for subacute rehabilitation cases.
Physical Therapist
Centegra Northern Illinois Medical Center
McHenry, IL
01.1995 - 01.1996
- Staff physical therapist in an inpatient rehabilitation setting treating the adult client with neurological and orthopedic diagnoses.
Education
Women's Health Clinical Specialist - WCS
American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
01-2015
CAPP-OB - Certificate of Achievement Obstetric PT
APTA SOWH
01-2012
CAPP-PF - Certificate of Achievement Pelvic Physical Therapy
APTA SOWH
01-2009
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Marquette University
05-1995
Affiliations
- 2023 Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist, Core Exercise Solutions - Sarah Duvall PT
- 2023 APTA Optimizing Access to Pelvic Health
- 2022 Men’s Health in Prostate Cancer: A Clinical and Research Perspective - Dr. Jo Milios, PhD, BSc, YA
- 2022 Doula Services & Pelvic Rehab - Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute
- 2022 Ethics Concerns for Pelvic Floor Specialists - Herman & Wallace Institute
- 2021 Sacroiliac Joint Specialist Certification - Hesch Institute
- 2020 Medical Management and Physical Therapy Management of High-Risk Pregnancy - American Physical Therapy Association Section of Women's Health
- 2020 Intrapartum Topics of Obstetric Physical Therapy (OBI) - American Physical Therapy Association Section of Pelvic Health
- 2019 Comprehensive Manual Therapy for Thoracic Spine & Ribs - University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
- 2018 Lymphedema I: Comprehensive Lymphedema and Venous Edema Management. Certified Lymphedema Therapist. University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
- 2018 Dry Needling for Lumbopelvic and Lower Extremity Conditions: An Evidence Based Approach -Spinal Manipulation Institute, Dry Needling Institute
- 2018 Manual Therapy for Low Back Pain, University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
- 2018 Southeastern Wisconsin Cancer Conference: Breast Cancer
- 2017 Pelvic Nerves - Manual Therapy and Neurodynamics, Entropy Physiotherapy and Wellness
- 2017 Treating Pelvic Pain – A New Model of Care, Entropy Physiotherapy and Wellness
- 2016 Visceral Manipulation: The Pelvis (VM3), Barral Institute
- 2015 Finding the Driver: Musculoskeletal Factors, Clinical Reasoning and Treatment
- Prioritization in the Treatment of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Marquette University
- 2015 Pelvic Flow: A Fresh Approach to Treating Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Through Consideration of Lymphatic & Vascular Flow, Andrew Nowak, PT
- 2015 New Concepts & Treatments for the Pelvic Floor, Abdominal Wall, Female Chronic Pain, Sexual Health and Function for Women and Men, Northeast Seminars
- 2014 Visceral Manipulation: Abdomen 2 (VM2), Barral Institute
- 2013 Behavioral and Rehab Treatment of Bowel Disorders: An Advanced Course, Marquette University – Jeannette Tries, PhD, OT
- 2013 Pelvic Floor Symposium, Marquette University (Course Presenter- Male Pelvic Floor)
- 2012 IPPS Annual Fall Meeting on Chronic Pelvic Pain
- 2011 Visceral Manipulation: Abdomen 1 (VM1), Barral Institute
- 2011 Special Topics in Pregnancy and Postpartum OB-3, American Physical Therapy Section of Women's Health
- 2010 High Risk Pregnancy and Postpartum OB-2, American Physical Therapy Section of Women's Health
- 2010 Physical Therapy in Pregnancy OB-1, American Physical Therapy Section of Women's Health
- 2010 IPPS Annual Fall Meeting on Chronic Pelvic Pain
- 2009 De-Mystifying Pudendal Neuralgia: A Physical Therapist’s Approach, Society for Pudendal Neuralgia
- 2008 SIJ Evaluation and Manual Therapy Treatment, Prometheus Group – Dawn Sandalcidi, PT
- 2008 Male Pelvic Function, Dysfunction and Treatment by Herman & Wallace Institute
- 2007 Gynecological Visceral Mobilization, American Physical Therapy Association Section of Women's Health – Gail Wetzler, PT
- 2007 Examination, Diagnosis, and Interventions for Patients with Lumbar Instability, APTA
- 2006 Visceral & Urogenital Manipulation as Applied to Women's Health - Dee Hartmann PT
- 2006 Pelvic Physical Therapy Level II & III by American Physical Therapy Association Section of Women's Health
- 2005 Female Pelvic Floor Level I by Hollis Herman, MS., PT, OCS. and Kathy Wallace, PT
- 2005 Spring into Health: 1rst International Congress on Current Health Issues for Men & Women
- 2005 Pelvic Floor Muscle Weakness & Incontinence - Rehab Connections, Inc
- 2004 Chronic Pelvic Pain – home study
- 2003 Pregnancy and Postpartum: Clinical Highlights by Hollis Herman, MS, PT,OCS
- 2002 Beyond Kegels: Bladder Health and the Muscle Force Field by Janet A. Hulme, MA, PT
- 2002 Beyond Kegels II: Advanced Techniques and Special Populations by Janet Hulme, MA, PT
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Company CultureHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leaveCareer advancementWork-life balance401k matchPaid time off4-day work weekTeam Building / Company RetreatsFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsTimeline
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Marquette University
01.2014 - Current
Physical Therapist
ProHealth Care
01.2010 - Current
Physical Therapist
ATI Physical Therapy
01.2006 - 01.2010
Physical Therapist
WoMen’s Physical Therapy Institute
01.2005 - 01.2006
Physical Therapist
The Fountains of Crystal Lake
01.1997 - 01.1999
Physical Therapist
Centegra Rehabilitation and Sports Clinic
01.1996 - 01.2005
Physical Therapist
Centegra Northern Illinois Medical Center
01.1995 - 01.1996
Women's Health Clinical Specialist - WCS
American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
CAPP-OB - Certificate of Achievement Obstetric PT
APTA SOWH
CAPP-PF - Certificate of Achievement Pelvic Physical Therapy
APTA SOWH
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Marquette University
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