Zachary Huff, PT, DPT
Clinical Assistant Professor
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Biography
Dr. Zachary Huff is a physical therapist and educator out of 糖心vlog视频 City, OK. He provided physical therapy services for the tribal members of 糖心vlog视频 for 9 years, helping underserved patients regain confidence in their bodies and shape their own recovery pathway. While working in tribal healthcare, he realized his passion for education and transitioned into a faculty role where he advocates for active patient engagement, strong clinical reasoning, and skillful communication.
Education and National Certifications
- 2018 鈥� Present: Fellow-in-Training, American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy
- 2016 鈥� Certified Therapeutic Pain Specialist, International Spine and Pain Institute
- 2015 鈥� Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
- 2011 鈥� Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of 糖心vlog视频 Health Sciences Center
Teaching Interest
- Orthopaedic and musculoskeletal physical therapy
- Differential diagnosis
- Clinical reasoning
- Chronic pain care
- Integumentary management
Current Research/Scholarly Interest
- Impact of value-based physical therapy in musculoskeletal pain/integumentary management
- Utilization of blended, self-paced learning experiences in healthcare education
- Pro-bono physical therapy care and its impact on student learning, confidence, and psychomotor skills
Awards, Recognition, and Service
- 2021 Emerging Leader Award, American Physical Therapy Association
- 2020 CETL Full-Time Faculty of the Year Award Nominee
- Academic Advancement and Progression Committee Chairperson
- 2021-2022 Faculty Scholarship Committee Secretary/Member, 糖心vlog视频
- 2021-2022 Learning Technology Committee Member
- 2020-2021 Specialization Academy of Content Experts Member
- 2018 鈥� 2022 American Physical Therapy Association-糖心vlog视频 Western District Chairperson
Contact Information
Room 114
Loeffler Building
