Todd Watson

Todd Watson is a Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at Western Carolina University's College of Health and Human Sciences. He joined the faculty in 2002 as an Assistant Professor and has maintained dual roles in clinical practice and academia. His credentials include FAAOMPT fellowship and certifications in manual therapy and dry needling. Dr. Watson emphasizes community engagement through international service-learning initiatives in Honduras and co-leads a student-run clinic (MAPHealth).

• Education: DPT (University of St. Augustine), MPT & BS (Idaho State University)
• Specializations: Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, Global Health

Research focuses on international service-learning's impact on clinical education, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and core stabilization techniques. Current projects involve developing video-based health education for Honduran communities. He teaches courses on evidence-based practice and musculoskeletal interventions, including a globally oriented service-learning program.

Awards include FAAOMPT fellowship and certifications in manual therapy and FIFA's Football Medicine. His work bridges clinical practice, education, and global health equity through innovative service initiatives.

Advising emphasizes student-led international projects and collaboration with Dr. Kathleen Ollendick on doctoral projects. Grants support Honduras-based service-learning and cross-cultural medical education programs. He also leads an undergraduate Spain travel course focusing on cultural immersion.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with Fuente de Vida Clinic in Honduras on community health projects and maintains partnerships with MAPHealth for local underserved populations.