Madison Ward

Hardworking Physical Therapist student committed to developing best practices, gaining quality work experience and learning new skills. Dedicated to improving patient movement, health and well-being. Studying to thoroughly analyze patient conditions to implement unique and helpful treatment plans.

• Shadowing, KEE Physical Therapy, Tulsa, OK, 11/2020, 07/2021, 94, Lumbar pain, Neck pain, Frozen shoulders, Total knee replacement, Ankle injury, Wound care
• Shadowing, Physical Therapy of Tulsa, Tulsa, OK, 01/2021, 17, Vertigo, Pelvic pain, Balance, Total knee replacement, Lumbar pain

• Class of 2025 Department of Rehabilitation Sciences Google Drive Chair (Spring 2023), Oklahoma City, OK, Created, organized, and distributed the Google Drive for the Class of 2025 Rehabilitation Sciences.Attend interprofessional meetings with the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program to brainstorm and discuss ideas for student involvement, fundraising, and event planning. Edit and compile study documents from students to serve as study aids for our classes.
• Member, President’s Leadership Council (PLC), Stillwater, OK, 08/2018, 05/2019, Read two books regarding effective leadership, diversity, and inclusion., Helped plan the PLC conclave that taught hundreds of students about effective leadership., Spoke to over 100 high schoolers about how to apply S.M.A.R.T. goals in their life.
• Awareness Executive, Into the Streets, Stillwater, OK, 08/2018, Present, Promote Into the Streets by giving announcements throughout the 30 chapters in the Greek community., Organize tabling where we speak to 500+ students, over 3 days, to recruit volunteers., Design and order 500 shirts, buttons, and stickers to give to the volunteers as a thank you.
• VP Philanthropy, Alpha Chi Omega, Stillwater, OK, Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Planned and executed an event that raised $3,864 for Wings of Hope in Stillwater., Delegated tasks to the six auxiliary positions., Ensured the participation of Alpha Chi Omega in the 13 other chapters’ philanthropy events., Organized service opportunities for our members once a semester.
• VP Recruitment Information, Alpha Chi Omega, Stillwater, OK, Spring 2020, Present, Provide education and training to 149 recruiters on best practices and policies., Manage all logistics relating to informal and formal recruitment., Delegate tasks to the 15 women on the committee.

• Research Data Collector, Applied Neuromuscular Physiology Lab, Stillwater, OK, 08/2021, Collected Data for a study that measured mobility of the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps., Measured the tibial tuberosity to ground length and hand length, as those were used for setting up the exercises.
• Research Participant, Applied Neuromuscular Physiology Lab, Stillwater, OK, 03/2021, Participated in a study that measured brain activity while performing grip strength and leg extension strength at varied percentages of maximum strength., Received ultrasound images taken of my lower legs, upper legs, and forearms., Wore a functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) to measure brain activity throughout the entire study.

• Brett and Mindy Lee Endowed Scholarship, Met the selection criteria of good academic standing, completed at least one semester of the DPT program, demonstrated financial need, and stood out among peers for exceptional leadership capabilities., Spring 2023
• Summa Cum Laude, Highest distinction available for graduation GPA. GPA must be above a 3.90., May 2022
• Orange Cord, Recognition for volunteering over 400 hours during the 4 years of undergrad., May 2022
• Service Award, Recognition of outstanding service and dedication to Make Promises Happen Camp., January 2018

• Make Promises Happen, Counselor, Make Promises Happen, Guthrie, OK, 09/2014, Present, Give parents and caregivers a week or weekend to decompress while knowing their child or dependent is safe. Ensure campers make memories they will never forget and feel loved and included.
• Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon, Volunteer, Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon, Oklahoma City, OK, 2023, Provided assistance to runners experiencing cramping or blisters at the finish line. Ensured the safety of runners and provided support and congratulations.
• College of Allied Health, Volunteer, College of Allied Health, Oklahoma City, OK, 11/2022, Spoke to prospective students about the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program and OUHSC. Provided information and answered questions about the program and campus.
• The Homeless Alliance: Event Reminder, Volunteer, The Homeless Alliance, Oklahoma City, OK, 11/2022, Carved turkeys for a Thanksgiving dinner for the homeless community. Aided in providing a warm and delicious meal on Thanksgiving.

• CPR BLS Training (April 2022)

• Exercise
• Sewing
• Hiking/Nature Walks