Joseph Carlucci

Joseph Carlucci is a Lecturer at Samuel Merritt University's Department of Physical Therapy. He has extensive clinical and administrative experience in physical therapy, working at Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley since 1991, and serves as Director of Physical and Sports Medicine since 1997.

Education

• BS in Physical Therapy from SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn NY (1982)
• MS in Health Sciences from San Francisco State University
• MBA from Sacramento State University

Research and Professional Focus: Carlucci specializes in physical therapy management, patient safety protocols, sports medicine administration, and clinical education frameworks. His work integrates healthcare leadership, rehabilitation strategies, and interdisciplinary team training methodologies.

Scientific Awards

• Fellow, The Advisory Board, Washington DC

Professional Roles: At Stanford Health Care, he has held positions including Patient Safety Officer and currently serves as Patient Safety Specialist, TeamSTEPPS Master Trainer, and certified Caritas Coach. He teaches PT 746: Management of Services at Samuel Merritt University.