Emily Schultz

Emily Schultz serves as a Neurologic Physical Therapy Resident at University of Southern California and Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center, holding dual clinical and instructional roles. She provides physical therapy services across inpatient, outpatient, and neurology clinic settings while teaching neuroanatomy and electrophysiology courses in USC's DPT program.

Her academic foundation includes:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), University of Evansville, 2016

Specializing in neurologic rehabilitation, Schultz focuses on stroke recovery through her involvement with the ICARE trial research and direct patient care. Her clinical work spans movement analysis, patient education, and therapy referrals within multidisciplinary neurology settings, demonstrating integrated expertise across the continuum of care.

As an educator, she actively mentors students through formal coursework and the Fit Families pro-bono program, emphasizing purpose-driven practice. Her service commitment extends to developing community wellness initiatives, reflecting her philosophy that remembering one's core 'why' sustains clinicians through academic and professional challenges.