Brandon Ness

Dr. Brandon Ness is an Associate Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at Tufts University School of Medicine. He serves as Assistant Director of Curriculum and Assessment in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. His roles include developing courses like Clinical Prevention & Population Health and Diagnostic Imaging. Previously, he held positions at the University of South Dakota, including residency program director and core faculty.

Education: PhD in Health Sciences (University of South Dakota, 2019), DPT (Mayo Clinic, 2011), BA in Health Fitness (Gustavus Adolphus College, 2008). Certifications include Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialist (ABPTS) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA).

Research focuses on health humanities, physical therapy education accessibility, and sports rehabilitation. Over 30 peer-reviewed publications and $24k in grant funding (i6 Challenge Grant, 2018-2019). Serves as a journal reviewer and maintains clinical practice in Minnesota.

Teaching includes musculoskeletal, diagnostic imaging, and population health courses. Clinical expertise spans college athlete populations and sports physical therapy.