Sean Witkin

Dr. Sean Witkin serves as an Instructor and Associate Director of Clinical Education at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) in the College of Rehabilitative Sciences, San Marcos campus. Joining USAHS in 2021 and transitioning to full-time instructor status in 2023, he oversees clinical education within the residential Doctor of Physical Therapy program while maintaining active clinical practice.

His academic credentials include:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (2017)
• Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology: Pre-Physical Therapy from California State University of San Marcos (2012)

Dr. Witkin's research and clinical expertise centers on rehabilitation science with dual specialization in acute medical settings and athletic performance. His work bridges orthopedic rehabilitation through sports medicine applications and post-surgical joint recovery protocols. The integration of strength conditioning methodologies with exercise physiology principles forms the foundation of his evidence-based approach to patient care, particularly emphasizing functional restoration in complex clinical scenarios.

As a Level 1 American Physical Therapy Association Certified Clinical Instructor, Dr. Witkin mentors DPT students during critical clinical rotations. His supervision framework prepares students for diverse practice environments ranging from hospital acute care units to sports performance facilities.

• Primary clinical instructor for USAHS DPT program
• Specialized mentorship in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation
• Curriculum development for clinical education sequences