Kevin Weaver
- Physical Therapy
- Physical Therapy -- Entry Level Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Clinical Residency in Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Kevin Weaver is an Assistant Clinical Professor for the Department of Physical Therapy at New York University. He is a graduate of New York University's physical therapy program, class of 1990, and has also received a Masters in Ergonomics and Biomechanics from New York University in 1995. Kevin received his transitional DPT degree from Temple University in 2005. He is a certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) by the American Board of Physical Therapy, and is certified in ergonomics by the Board of Certified Professional Ergonomists (CEA) and the Oxford Institute (CIE). His academic responsibilities include instruction within the musculoskeletal, business, biomechanics and ergonomics arenas. He is the director of the Clinical Residency in Orthopedic Physical Therapy and also participates as a clinical mentor in the program at Academy Physical Therapy. His professional interests include orthopedic physical therapy, ergonomics, repetitive strain injury, occupational medicine, and disability management.
Degrees Held
- D.P.T.
Temple University
Physical Therapy - M.A.
New York University
Ergonomics and Biomechanics - B.S.
New York University
Physical Therapy
Certifications
- Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) by the American Board of Physical Therapy
- Certified Ergonomic Associate (CEA) by the Board of Certified Professional Ergonomist
- Certified Industrial Ergonomist (CIE) by the Oxford Institute of Research
Awards
- 2010 : Nominated - New York University Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development Excellence in Teaching Award
- 2005 : Nominated - New York University Steinhardt School of Education Excellence in Teaching Award
- 2002 : Outstanding Faculty Award, NYU DPT Class of 2002
- 2001 : New York University Steinhardt School of Education Service Award
- 2000 : Greater New York Regional Committee - Academy of Sports Medicine Presidential Award
- 1992 : Mount Sinai Department of Rehabilitation Tier II Award for Excellence in Patient Care
Selected Presentations
- Weaver KC. Repetitive Strain Injuries – Examination, Treatment and Prevention. Lecture presented at: New York University; 2011; New York, NY.
- Weaver KC. Functional Outcomes in Orthopedic Physical Therapy. Lecture presented at: NYPTA; 2010; New York, NY.
- Weaver KC. Ergonomics for Physical Therapists. Lecture presented at: New York University; 2008; New York, NY.
- Weaver KC. Ergonomics for Physical Therapists. Lecture presented at: Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center; 2008; New York, NY.
- Weaver KC. Trunk Stabilization. Lecture presented at: The NYPTA Student Conclave; 2005; New York, NY.
- Weaver, KC. Core Facilitation. NYS Student Conclave; September 17, 2005; New York, NY. (INVITED)
- Weaver KC. Ergonomics and Disability Management. National Ergonomics Conference and Exposition; 2001; Las Vegas, NV.
- Weaver KC. Physical Therapy Intervention for the Injured Shoulder. Greater New York Regional Committee, Academy of Sports Medicine; 2000; New York, NY.
Research Interests
Orthopedic physical therapy Manual techniques Ergonomics/biomechanics Business management/reimbursement issues