Tess Swake

Tess Swake is an Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy and Assistant Director of Clinical Education at George Fox University since 2021. She previously served as a human anatomy laboratory course coordinator and teaching assistant in the same program from 2018 to 2021, while also working as a staff physical therapist at Willamette Valley Medical Center.

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), University of St. Augustine (2011)
• Bachelor’s in Exercise and Sport Science, Oregon State University (2008)

Her expertise spans orthopaedic physical therapy, pelvic health physical therapy, and manual therapy. She has extensive clinical experience, including eight years as a traveling physical therapist prior to joining George Fox.

Scientific honors include:

• Board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
• Manual Therapy Certification (MTC)