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Robert Worms PT, DPT, ATC

San Diego,CA

Summary

Accomplished Physical Therapist with a proven track record at the United States Marine Corps, specializing in the design of sport and tactical rehabilitation programs and adept in clinical reasoning. Excelled in developing comprehensive treatment plans, fostering patient trust, and leading interdisciplinary teams to enhance recovery outcomes. Expert in trigger point dry needling, acupuncture, spinal and peripheral joint manipulations and fostering staff education.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Therapist

United States Marine Corps
12.2009 - Current
  • Director of Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine at Marine Corp Recruit Depot.
  • Lead clinician for Direct Access Acute MSK clinic.
  • Responsible for orthopedic evaluations, ordering of appropriate diagnostic imaging and referrals.
  • Development and implementation of sport and tactical rehabilitation programs.
  • Application of rehab interventions to include spinal manipulations, medical acupuncture, trigger point dry needling, and progressive resistance exercise programs.
  • Instructor for U.S. Army Baylor DPT interns and SDSU DPT interns.
  • Collaboration with multiple medical disciplines to include orthopedics, neurosurgery and pain management.
  • Lead clinician for appropriating duty status and return to tactical job duties.
  • Director and supervisor for multiple physical therapy assistants.

Physical Therapist

Sharp Sports Medicince
06.1996 - 12.2009
  • Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with referring physicians to ensure coordinated care efforts.
  • Implemented appropriate resistance training programs and utilized manual therapy to promote return to sports or desired athletic goals

Education

Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy

The University of Montana
Missoula, MT
12.2022

Master of Science - Physical Therapy

Pacific University
Forest Grove, OR
05.1996

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR
1992

Skills

  • Design of sport and tactical rehabilitation programs with emphasis on specificity to appropriately graded exercises
  • Trigger point dry needling
  • Acupuncture
  • Spinal and peripheral joint manipulations
  • Injury Prevention
  • Clinical reasoning
  • Functional Mobility
  • Treatment Planning
  • Patient Assessment
  • Staff education and training
  • Functional Testing
  • Diagnostic Testing

Accomplishments

  • Responsible for the design and implementation of our Direct Access Clinic for acute orthopedic and MSK injuries at Naval Base North Island and MCRD
  • Sports Clinical Specialist, APTA. 2013-2023
  • Exercise prevention expert, Albion Soccer Club
  • Master Clinician Award, Naval Medical Center, San Diego, 2017

Certification

Certified Athletic Trainer

Additional Information

Dedicated Physical Therapist, ATC with extensive proficiency and expertise in sports medicine with a long personal history of playing and coaching and enhancing performance for competitive soccer leagues

Timeline

Physical Therapist

United States Marine Corps
12.2009 - Current

Physical Therapist

Sharp Sports Medicince
06.1996 - 12.2009

Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy

The University of Montana

Master of Science - Physical Therapy

Pacific University

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Western Oregon University

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