Emily Schubbe

Dr. Emily Schubbe serves as an Assistant Professor within the Physical Therapy Program, licensed to practice in both Michigan and Arizona. Her clinical expertise is anchored in orthopedics and manual therapy, directly informing her academic contributions to physical therapy education.

Her educational background includes:

• EdD in Health Professions from A.T. Still University
• DPT from A.T. Still University
• BS in Kinesiology from Arizona State University

Dr. Schubbe's research centers on cultural competence in physical therapy education, investigating how cultural awareness can be systematically integrated into curricula to prepare therapists for diverse patient populations. Her work bridges clinical orthopedics with educational methodology, emphasizing responsive care frameworks that improve patient outcomes through culturally sensitive practice.

Her professional recognitions include:

• Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
• Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist

Dr. Schubbe teaches core courses including Foundations of Patient Care, Manual Therapy I/II, and Physical Therapy Seminar IV. Her instructional approach combines evidence-based orthopedic practice with cultural competence principles, providing students with clinically relevant frameworks for patient-centered care. She actively contributes to curriculum development through her memberships in APTA's Education and Orthopedic Sections at both national and state levels (APTA Arizona and APTA Michigan).