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Dr. Marisa Hentis is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Southern California, board-certified as an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). She provides clinical care at USC Physical Therapy and serves as Screening Chair for the American Physical Therapy Association's Performing Arts Special Interest Group (PASIG).
Her educational background includes:
- Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with Psychology minor and Interprofessional Education concentration from Saint Louis University
- Doctor of Physical Therapy from Saint Louis University
- Clinical Residency in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy from MGH Institute of Health Professions
Dr. Hentis specializes in dance medicine and orthopedic rehabilitation for performing artists, dancers, runners, and pelvic floor patients. Her research focuses on injury prevention and treatment for university-level dancers, presented at international conferences. She actively supports the performing arts community through backstage physical therapy services at Los Angeles theaters.
As a faculty member, she mentors physical therapy students though specific advisees aren't documented. Grant funding details are not provided in available materials.
She maintains strong professional engagement through APTA PASIG leadership and direct clinical service to theater productions, bridging academic expertise with real-world performing arts healthcare needs.
