Alex Hansen

Alex Hansen is an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF). His academic role focuses on clinical and research activities within physical therapy education and rehabilitation science.

Education

• B.A. in Philosophy & Chemistry, University of Colorado, Boulder (2012)
• DPT in Physical Therapy, UCSF/San Francisco State University (2022)

Research & Clinical Interests

Hansen's work bridges clinical practice with philosophical inquiry, emphasizing:
- Chronic pain mechanisms and rehabilitation strategies
- Empathy's cognitive and phenomenological dimensions in patient care
- Integration of humanities into healthcare education
- Methodological rigor in evidence-based practice

Certifications

• Physical Therapist (PT)
• Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)

Affiliations

Active within UCSF's physical therapy programs, contributing to curriculum development and clinical training initiatives.