David Chessen

David Chessen is an Assistant Professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Seton Hill University. He transitioned to academia after extensive clinical work in outpatient orthopedic and sports rehabilitation settings, leveraging his practical experience to educate future physical therapists. His affiliation is exclusively with Seton Hill University.

Education:

• ScD, Texas Tech University (2024)
• MBA & DPT, Springfield College (2015)

Research Interests: Dr. Chessen investigates physical therapy outcomes with emphasis on orthopedics, sports medicine, and movement system impairments. His work explores intersections between clinician characteristics (e.g., personality) and therapeutic effectiveness, aiming to optimize patient management strategies.

Recent Scholarly Work: His 2024 study analyzes therapist personality impacts on outpatient outcomes, reflecting interdisciplinary links to healthcare management and behavioral science. This represents his primary recent research focus.

Certifications & Affiliations:

• Board-certified Orthopedic Specialist
• Fellowship in Movement System Impairments
• SFMA Level 1/2 & Dry Needling Certification
• American Physical Therapy Association (Orthopedic/Electrophysiological Sections)