James Mathews

James Mathews is the Program Director of the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, San Marcos, CA Campus. He holds a PhD, DPT, and MBA, and has over 20 years of clinical experience across acute care, long-term acute care, skilled nursing facilities, and outpatient settings. His work focuses on fostering critical thinking in clinical education through safe, challenging learning environments.

• Education: PhD (Walden University), Transitional DPT (AT Still University), MBA (San Diego State University), BS in Physical Therapy (University of Wisconsin-Madison), BS in History (University of Wisconsin-Madison)

His specialties include geriatrics and healthcare administration, aligning with his leadership role in shaping DPT curricula and pedagogy. While no specific awards or publications are listed, his extensive clinical and educational experience underscores his expertise in preparing students for professional practice.