Pediatric Physical Therapy Residency

Applications will be accepted from October through December, with interviews beginning in February.

Any questions in regards to the residency can be sent to Lori Grisez, PT, DPT, PCS.

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• Kathryn Iammarino, PT, DPT, SCS, MTC, CSCS
• Lori Grisez, PT, DPT
  Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy
• Rachel Ferrante, PT, DPT
  Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy
• Andrea Todd, PT, DPT
  Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy
• Jennifer Wissinger, PT, DPT
  Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy
• Jill C. Heathcock, MPT, PhD
  Associate Professor, The Ohio State University
• Lindsey Tobias, PT, DPT
  Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy
• Amy Young PT, DPT

"Nationwide Children’s diverse learning experiences allowed for ample opportunities to work alongside and learn from experts across multiple different disciplines. As a resident, it was through these opportunities that the standard of care in the support of pediatric development across various clinical settings was defined. Through a large network of very knowledgeable and supportive mentors I was able to develop, both personally and professionally, into the pediatric physical therapist that my patients deserve. Completing the residency did not only provide me with the skills and education to meet the standard of care but has also motivated me to exceed it and to challenge the status quo." - Christopher Steiner, PT

"Participating in a pediatric physical therapy residency was the best professional decision I have made thus far. The didactic and service learning, research opportunities, inter- and multidisciplinary teamwork, and assistant teaching experiences have afforded me a well-rounded skill set to help improve activity and participation levels for children and families. The rich mentorship from pediatric certified specialists and other healthcare professionals with years of clinical and research experiences provides life-long resources and fosters the development of enhanced clinical problem solving and patient and family compassion for achieving best outcomes." - Nicholas S. Kelly, PT, DPT

"Completing a residency program was challenging and positively impacted my career and professional development. The learning that occurred during my residency was invaluable in helping me become the best therapist I can be." - Lindsey Tobias, PT, DPT

"I completed my Pediatric Physical Therapy Residency at Nationwide Children’s Hospital from July 2019-July 2020 and it was by far the most fulfilling and educational experience I have endured. The curriculum allowed me to partake clinically in a plethora of different settings including outpatient, inpatient, inpatient rehab, numerous specialty clinics, school therapy, and early intervention. The pediatric residency at Nationwide Children's Hospital provided enrollment in the LEND program, research and involvement in multidisciplinary clinics allowed me to gain insight into specialty practice areas, build on a foundation of didactic knowledge and expand on my knowledge of the wide variety of possibilities that physical therapy can be involved in. Throughout the residency, the years of experience that my mentors provided was an invaluable benefit and I am thankful for their support and encouragement as I develop into the pediatric physical therapist that my patients deserve." - Lee Ann Magiera PT, DPT

• Life in Columbus
• Facilities
• Nationwide Children’s Awards and Honors
• Nationwide Children’s Annual Report

For more information regarding the residency, please contact:

Michelle Byars, PT
Program Manager, Developmental OTPT

Christine Mansfield, PT, DPT, OCS, ATC
Program Director

Lori Grisez, PT, DPT, PCS
Program Coordinator
614-722-1811
Lori.Grisez@NationwideChildrens.org