Sean F. Griech

Dr. Sean F. Griech serves as an Associate Professor in the Physical Therapy department within DeSales University's College of Healthcare Professions. With over 20 years of clinical experience in outpatient physical therapy, he holds dual board certifications as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) and Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT), along with a Vestibular Rehabilitation certificate from Emory University. His academic credentials include a BS in Physical Therapy from Daemen College, transitional DPT from Shenandoah University, and Ph.D. in Leadership Studies with ethics specialization from Alvernia University.

His educational qualifications are:

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, Daemen College
• Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy, Shenandoah University
• Ph.D. in Leadership Studies (Ethics focus), Alvernia University

Dr. Griech's research agenda centers on ethical leadership frameworks intersecting with social determinants of health, while mentoring student projects in musculoskeletal differential diagnosis. His scholarly contributions include extensive peer-reviewed publications, book chapter authorship, and co-editing the textbook Clinical Cases for Physical Therapists: Studies Across the Medical Continuum (Thieme). He regularly presents at national conferences and serves as a journal reviewer.

Professional honors include:

• Nomination to the Academy of Advanced Item Writers by the Federal State Board of Physical Therapy

In teaching, he directs the Differential Diagnosis and Intervention course series, co-teaches Musculoskeletal content, and supervises clinical reasoning in the university's pro bono clinic. He also contributes to Health and Wellness curriculum development regarding social determinants of health. His professional service includes a board-elected position on the FSBPT Exam Development Committee.