Mark L. Paterson

Mark L. Paterson is a Clinical Associate Professor at Widener University's College of Health and Human Services, specializing in Physical Therapy. He holds a DScPT from Andrews University (2019), MPT from Drexel University (1993), and BS in Biology from Rutgers University (1989). His career spans 19 years in clinical orthopedic practice, including board certification as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and certification in manual therapy. He transitioned to academia with a focus on clinical education within Widener's DPT curriculum.

Research interests include functional core stability measurement and the educational value of student-run pro bono clinics. He actively contributes to the Chester Community Clinic as faculty supervisor, telehealth supervisor, and advisory board member, emphasizing interprofessional collaboration with occupational therapy, psychology, and social work disciplines.

Publications address clinical education innovation and technology applications in rehabilitation. He maintains clinical practice in Delaware's outpatient orthopedic sector and is affiliated with the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT).