معرفی
Rita Ator is an Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy at the College of Health Sciences-Glendale of Midwestern University. She also serves as the Director of Clinical Education since March 2023. Her expertise spans clinical education, orthopedic manual therapy, lymphedema care, and patient-centered rehabilitation approaches.
Education:
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.), Evidence in Motion, USA
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.), University of Illinois, USA
Research & Clinical Focus: Her work emphasizes health promotion from the patient’s perspective, as highlighted in the MWU Intramural Grant project: "Physical Therapists' Role in Health Promotion as Perceived by the Patient: A Descriptive Survey". She is certified in advanced techniques such as dry needling, orthopedic manual therapy, and holistic lymphedema management.
Teaching Activities: She instructs multiple clinical courses including Clinical Competency II, Clinical Education Symposium I/II, and Clinical Experience I-III, reflecting her commitment to hands-on training for aspiring physical therapists.
