Roy J. Film

Roy J. Film, PT, MPT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT, is an Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) in the Department of Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Science with a secondary appointment in Orthopaedics. He serves as Director for Residency and Fellowship Education, Program Director for the UMSOM Fellowship in Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy, and Academic Director for the University of Maryland Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program.

Education:

• PhD student in Epidemiology, University of Maryland Baltimore (ongoing)
• Doctor of Physical Therapy, Temple University (2012)
• Master of Physical Therapy, Temple University (1996)
• Board-Certified Orthopaedic Specialist (2007)
• Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (2006)
• Certified Ergonomist (2002)

Research Focus: Dr. Film's work centers on non-pharmaceutical pain management strategies, orthopedic rehabilitation, epidemiological approaches to the opioid crisis, and evidence-based clinical practice. His research aims to develop conservative treatment protocols to reduce opioid dependence and improve surgical outcomes through preoperative interventions.

Publication Trends: Recent articles demonstrate a consistent focus on innovative pain management techniques, healthcare policy analysis related to opioid reduction, and educational methodologies in physical therapy. His 2020-2021 publications specifically address paradigm shifts in postoperative pain management and curriculum development for health professionals.

Awards & Honors:

• Faculty of the Year (2015,2017,2018)
• Distinguished Service Award, APTA Maryland (2017)
• Elite Reviewer Award, Archives of Physical Medicine (2017)
• Outstanding Reviewer, Musculoskeletal Science (2017)

Leadership & Grants: Dr. Film leads several national initiatives including his presidency of APTA Maryland and secretary role at AAOMPT. He secured funding for projects including:

• Co-I: $15,000 grant for interprofessional pain management symposium (2019)
• NIH Research Team Member: $685,573 study on post-hip fracture interventions

Professional Service: Includes WHO Musculoskeletal Conditions Review Group, U.S. Army MEDCOM Opioid Crisis Taskforce leadership, and multiple accreditation roles for physical therapy education programs.