Elizabeth Ostrand

Elizabeth Ostrand, PT, DPT, OCS is a Lecturer in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Washington School of Medicine, where she teaches fundamental and orthopedic coursework in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program. She is also a board-certified orthopedic specialist with 15 years of clinical experience across outpatient orthopedics, inpatient rehabilitation, home health care, and skilled nursing facilities.

• Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy (2010) from Regis University; BS in Psychology (2006) from the University of Wisconsin.
• Clinical Interests: Orthopedic rehabilitation, sports rehabilitation, global and community health.
• Teaching Interests: Orthopedic coursework, inclusive education, student clinical and personal growth, global healthcare engagement.
• Other Roles: Faculty liaison for the Global Rehabilitation Organization at Washington (GROW), promoting health equity and student participation in global healthcare initiatives.