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CURRICULUM VITAE

Christopher H. Wise, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT, MTC, ATC

Alvernia University

Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

400 Saint Bernardine Street

Reading, PA 19607

Phone: (610)230-5708

Fax: (610)796-5516

christopher.wise@alvernia.edu

Education:

Nova Southeastern University

Ft. Lauderdale, FL

2011-present

Physical Therapy

PhD in Physical Therapy anticipated in 2017

Widener University

Chester, PA

2009-2010

Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy

Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2010

Temple University

Philadelphia, PA

2000-2007

PhD in Physical Therapy

Credit transfer to NSU in 2011

Arcadia University

Glenside, PA

1989-1991

Physical Therapy

Master of Science in Physical Therapy in 1991

Messiah College

Grantham, PA

1985-1989

Sports Medicine

Bachelor of Arts in Sports Medicine in 1989

Licensure Information/Registration Number:

Pennsylvania

License Number: PT-007644-L 1991-present

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Certifications:

Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) 1999-2009

American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties Recertifcation: 2009-2019

Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic 2006-present

Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT)

American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists

Certified Manual Therapist (MTC) 1998-present

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) 1990-present

Certification Number: 079102654

National Athletic Trainers’ Association

Employment: Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Director

Associate Professor of Physical Therapy

Alvernia University Reading, PA

1/2013-present

DPT Feasibility Consultant

2011-2012

Owner/President/Physical Therapist

WISE Physical Therapy LLC

Kutztown, PA

5/2012-present

Clinical Associate Professor of Physical Therapy

Widener University Chester, PA

5/2001-6/2012

Adjunct Associate Professor

9/2012-12/2012

Owner/President

WiseFeet, P.C. Reading, PA

1/2002-3/2012

Per Diem Physical Therapist

Phoenix Rehabilitation and Health Services

Royersford, PA

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5/2001-5/2012

Per Diem Physical Therapist

Keith L. Good, P.C.

Kenhorst, PA

1/2009-5/2012

Per Diem Physical Therapist

Aegis Therapies

Reading, PA

2007-2012

Adjunct Physical Therapy Lab Instructor

Temple University Philadelphia, PA

9/2001-9/2004

Adjunct Physical Therapy Faculty

Arcadia University

Glenside, PA

9/1997-9/2001

Physical Therapist Assistant Program Director

Assistant Professor

Alvernia University Reading, PA

1/2000-5/2001

Adjunct Faculty

9/1992-9/2000

Adjunct Athletic Training Faculty

Ursinus College Collegeville, PA

9/1998-9/2000

Director of Rehabilitation

Phoenixville Hospital

Phoenixville, PA

12/1997-2000

Per Diem Physical Therapist

2000-2011

Facility Director

Keystone Rehabilitation Systems Collegeville, PA

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8/1996-12/1997

Physical Therapist/Athletic Trainer

Reading-Berks Physical Therapy, LLC Reading, PA

5/1992-8/1996

Per Diem Physical Therapist

2009-2012

Staff Physical Therapist

Reading Rehabilitation Hospital/

WorkAbility Work Hardening Center Reading, PA

9/1991-5/1992

Peer-Reviewed Publications:

Wise CH. Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy: From Art to Evidence. Philadelphia, PA: F.A.

Davis & Company; Publication Pending 2014.

Wise CH, Schenk RJ, Lattanzi JB. A model for teaching and learning spinal thrust manipulation

and its effect on participant confidence in technique performance. Journal of Manual &

Manipulative Therapy, Accepted with Revisions. May 2014.

Wise CH, Schenk RJ. Clinical decision-making in the application of cervical spine

manipulation. In: Hughes C, ed. Home Study Course 21.1.5, Cervical and Thoracic Pain:

Evidence of Effectiveness in Physical Therapy. Orthopaedic Section American Physical Therapy

Association; 2011.

Schenk RJ, Wise CH. Cervical and thoracic spine: postoperative management In: Hughes C, ed.

Home Study Course 21.1.6, Cervical and Thoracic Pain: Evidence of Effectiveness in Physical

Therapy. Orthopaedic Section American Physical Therapy Association; 2011.

Wise CH, Gulick DT. Mobilization Notes: A Rehabilitation Specialist’s Pocket Guide.

Philadelphia, PA: F.A. Davis & Company; 2009. Reprinted in: Italy, France, Hong Kong, Korea

Wise CH, Kepics JM, Lattanzi JB. Classification of movement impairment syndromes of the

shoulder in individuals treated for breast cancer. Rehabilitation Oncology. 2009;27:14-21.

Peer-Reviewed Scientific and Professional Presentations:

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Wise CH, Lattanzi JB, Schenk R. A model for teaching and learning spinal thrust manipulation

and its effect on participant confidence in technique performance. AAOMPT Annual

Conference, Cincinnati, OH, October 2013.

Wise CH, Dyszel K, Frantz D, Gerber W, Hermanns M, Kutcher A, McKenzie T, Orr K,

Puopolo M, Tome E. A comparison of the effectiveness of active versus passive warm-up in

improving hamstring flexibility in healthy college students. 14th

Annual Berks County

Undergraduate Research and Creativity Conference, Kutztown, PA, April 27, 2013.

Schenk R, Wise CH. A model for teaching and learning spinal thrust manipulation in physical

therapy. AAOMPT Annual Conference, Quebec, Canada, September 2012.

Wise CH, Arnone J. The immediate and long-term effects of spinal high velocity thrust

manipulation on force output of the serratus anterior in an individual with long thoracic nerve

palsy: a case report. 3rd

Place Award at AAOMPT Annual Conference, Anaheim, CA, October

2011.

Wise CH, Kepics J, Lattanzi J. Classification of movement impairment syndromes of the

shoulder in individuals treated for breast cancer. APTA Combined Section Meeting, New

Orleans, LA, February 2011.

Wise CH, Schenk RJ. Clinical decision-making in the utilization of high velocity low amplitude

thrust of the cervical spine. AAOMPT Annual Conference, San Antonio, TX, October 2010.

Wise CH, Sheaffer, R. The reliability of a movement-based classification system for cervical

spine disorders: a pilot study. APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Las Vegas, NV, February

2009.

Wise CH. Mobilization with movement of the hip and pelvis in a patient with low back pain: a

case report. APTA Annual Conference, San Antonio, TX, June 2008.

Wise CH. The treatment of lower extremity impairments in the physical therapy management of

a female collegiate athlete with low back pain: a case report. AAOMPT Annual Conference, St

Louis MO, October 2007.

Wise CH. The efficacy and safety of grade V thrust techniques for disorders of the cervical

spine: a systematic review. APTA Annual Conference, Orlando, FL, June 2006.

Wise CH. Piriformis Syndrome: Cadaveric analysis of the deep external rotator musculature of the hip. APTA Annual Conference, Boston, June 8-11, 2005.

Wise CH. Using technology to enhance development of psychomotor ability. Sun Conference

for Teaching and Learning, El Paso, TX, March 5, 2005.

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Wise CH, McCoy SC, Wailgum TD, Chlad PS. The effect of varying pre cor EFX 546

workloads on selected biomechanical parameters. American College of Sports Medicine

Conference, June, 2000.

Non-Peer Reviewed Publications:

Gulick DT, Wise CH. iOrtho Special Tests and Joint Mobilization Techniques. Application for

iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, and Android; June 2010.

Wise CH. Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy: Mobilization of the Spine. Center for

Orthopaedic Rehabilitation and Education; 2002.

Grant Activity:

Wise CH

The Development of Service-Learning Experiences in Physical Therapy Education Alvernia University Faculty Excellence Grant - 3 credit release time, $500.00 stipend

Fall 2014

Wise CH

"Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy: From Art to Evidence" textbook completion Alvernia University Faculty Excellence Grant - $500.00 stipend

Summer 2014

Bertoti D, Thacker K (authors)

Thacker K, Wise CH (presenters)

Community Grant for Newly Developing Doctor of Physical Therapy Program.

Berks County Community Foundation - $50,000.00

April 2013

Continuing Education Workshops Conducted:

Wise CH. An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy of the

Shoulder. Susquehanna Health System, Muncy, PA; 3/21-22/2014.

Wise CH. An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy of the

Lumbo-Pelvic Complex: Mobilization and Stabilization. Regal Height Rehabilitation and Health

Center, New York, NY; 6/8-9/2013.

Wise CH. An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy of the

Cervico-Thoracic-Costal Cage Complex. Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association.

Lycoming, PA; 4/20/2013.

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Wise CH, Davidson J, Sheaffer R. An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual

Physical Therapy of the Cervico-Thoracic-Costal Cage Complex. Main Line Health System,

Springfield, PA; 3/8-9/2013.

Wise CH. An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy of the

Cervico-Thoracic-Costal Cage Complex. Susquehanna Health System, Muncy, PA; 2/1-2/2013.

Wise CH. Joint Mobilization Techniques for the Hip and Pelvis. Philadelphia Orthopaedic and

Sports Rehab Foundation: LE Update 2011, Philadelphia, PA: 11/2011.

Wise CH, Davidson J, Pelura D. An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Physical

Therapy of the Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex. Main Line Health System, Springfield, PA; 2011.

Wise CH. An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy of the

Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex. Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association, Harrisburg, PA; 2011.

Wise CH. An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy of the

Shoulder: Regal Heights Rehabilitation and Health Center, New York, NY; 2011.

Wise CH. An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Therapy of the Shoulder.

Delaware Occupational Therapy Association, Wilmington, DE; 2010.

Wise CH. Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy of the Cervico-Thoracic-Costal Cage

Complex: From Art to Evidence. APTA Maryland Chapter, Baltimore, MD; 2010.

Wise CH. Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy of the Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex: From Art

to Evidence. Bryn Mawr Rehabilitation Hospital, Malvern, PA; 2009.

Wise CH. Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy of the Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex: From Art

to Evidence. Nexus Rehabilitation Seminars. Chestnut Hill, PA and Phillipsburg, NJ; 2009.

Wise CH. Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy of the Lumbo-Pelvic Spine: From Art to

Evidence. APTA Maryland Chapter, Baltimore, MD; 2009.

Wise CH. Managing Neck Pain: From Art to Evidence. APTA Maryland Chapter Annual

Conference, MD; 2007.

Wise CH. High Velocity Thrust in the Management of Spinal Dysfunction: Linking Evidence to

Clinical Practice. Clinical Site Appreciation Day, Widener University, Chester, PA; 2007.

Wise CH. The Use of Grade V Thrust for Low Back Pain. APTA Vermont Chapter, Burlington,

VT; 2006.

Wise CH. An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Therapy for Lumbar Spine

Dysfunction. New York; 2006.

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Wise CH. An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Therapy for Lumbar Spine

Dysfunction. West Chester University Sports Medicine Conference, West Chester, PA; 2006.

Wise CH. Joint Mobilization Techniques for the On-Field Management of Cervical Spine

Disorders. South Padre Athletic Training Seminar, South Padre Island, TX; 2005.

Wise CH. Orthopaedic Manual Therapy of the Spine: An Evidence-Based Approach. Widener

University, Chester, PA; 2004.

Wise CH. An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Examination of the Lumbo-

Pelvic-Hip Complex. South Padre Athletic Training Seminar, South Padre Island, TX; 2004.

Wise CH. An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Therapy for Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip

Dysfunction. Arcadia University Physical Therapy Alumni Association Annual Conference,

Glenside, PA; 2004.

Wise CH. An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Therapy for Low Back Pain.

Widener University, Chester, PA; 2003.

Wise CH. An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Therapy for Cervico-Thoracic

Spine Dysfunction. Phoenixville Hospital, Phoenixville, PA; 2003.

Wise CH. An Evidenced-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Therapy of the Lumbo-Pelvic-

Hip Complex. Montgomery Hospital, Norristown, PA; 2003.

Wise CH. Anatomy and Clinical Management of Cervical Spine and Shoulder. Arcadia

University Physical Therapy Alumni Association Annual Conference, Glenside, PA; 2001.

Wise CH. Orthopaedic Manual Therapy for Cervical Spine Dysfunction. Berks Society for

Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, Reading, PA; 2000.

Wise CH. Orthopaedic Manual Therapy for Lumbo-Pelvic Dysfunction. Arcadia University

Physical Therapy Alumni Association Annual Conference, Glenside, PA; 2000.

Wise CH. A Manual Therapy Approach to Dysfunction of the Cervical Spine and Pelvic Girdle.

University of Pennsylvania Rehabilitation Department, Philadelphia, PA; 1999.

Wise CH. The Blankenship System Functional Capacity Evaluation. South Central District of

Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association: Orthopaedic Study Group. Harrisburg, PA; 1995.

Sallade J. Fitting Feet for Function. Orthotic Lab Instructor. Reading, PA; 1993-1996.

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Membership in Scientific/Professional Organizations:

American Physical Therapy Association 1991-present

Orthopaedic Section Member 1996-present

Education Section Member 2012-present

Orthopaedic Section Membership Committee 2000-2005

Sports Physical Therapy Section Member 2004

Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association 1991-present

Continuing Education Committee 1993-1996

Research Committee 1993-1994

Southeast District Legislative Committee 2003-2004

American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists

Fellow 2006-present

Continuing Education Committee Member 2005-present

South Central District of Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association Orthopaedic Study Group 1994-1995

National Athletic Trainers’ Association 1989-2001

Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers’ Society 1993

Arcadia University Physical Therapy Alumni Association 1995-2005

Continuing Education Committee 1995-1997

Consultative and Advisory Positions Held:

Alvernia University Developing DPT Program 2011-2012

Feasability Consultant

F.A. Davis and Company Publishers 2000-present Manuscript Reviewer

American Physical Therapy Association

PA Southeast District Delegate to the House of Delegates 2003, 2004

Research Committee: Co-Chairperson 1994

Southeast District Legislative Committee: Co-Chairperson 2003-2004

South Central District Orthopaedic Study Group: Vice President 1995

Berks Society for Orthopaedic Physical Therapy

Founder/Co-President 1995-2001

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Alvernia College Physical Therapist Assistant Advisory Committee 1994-2001

Member

Arcadia University Physical Therapy Alumni Association

Secretary 1997-1999

President-Elect 2000-2001

President 2001-2004

Upward Mobility Library Campaign Chair 2001-2002

Service to University/College/Program:

University Committees:

Development and Research Committee

Member 2013-2014

Graduate Academic Council

Member 2013-2014, 2014-2015

Faculty Council Executive Committee

Professional Programs Representative 2014-2015

Educational Affairs and Student Life

Member 2014-2015

Program Committees:

Admissions Committee

Member 2013-2014, 2014-2015

Academic Review Committee

Chair 2013-2014, 2014-2015

Mission, Policy, and Planning (MPP) Committee

Chair 2013-2014, 2014-2015

Curriculum Committee

Member 2013-2014, 2014-2015

Outcomes Committee

Co-Chair 2013-2014, 2014-2015

DPT Faculty Development Committee

Ad hoc Member 2013-2014, 2014-2015

DPT Professional Advisory Board

Member 2013-2014, 2014-2105

Previous Service:

Committee/Service

Experience

Years of

Experience

Admissions Committee 11

PT Student Association Faculty Advisor 11

Comprehensive Examination Committee Chair, Member 6

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Outcomes Committee Vice-Chair, Member 2

Class Advisor 2

Graduation Committee Chair 2

Faculty Search Committee Chair, Member 11

Pre-Physical Therapy Club Faculty Liaison 3

Curriculum Committee Chair, Member 5

Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Elective 4

Promotion and Tenure Committee Representative 8

Specialty Focus Track Research Advisor 3

Physical Therapy Faculty Secretary 4

Continuing Education Institute Chair 4

Physical Therapy Teaching and Learning Committee Chair 2

School of Human Service Professions Secretary 3

School of Human Service Professions Faculty Awards Committee Chair 3

School of Human Service Professions Faculty Affairs Committee 7

School of Human Service Professions Student Interdisciplinary Day Group Leader 5

School of Human Service Professions Academic Affairs 3

School of Human Service Professions Diversity Committee 3

University Faculty Commencement Marshall 7

University Budget and Planning Committee 3

Community Service:

Hope Rescue Mission Health Clinic Fund Raising Committee

FaithCare

Member 2013-2014, 2014-2015

Glad Tidings Church

Crossroads Kids Ministries

Volunteer 2014

Glad Tidings Church

Sacred Grounds Coffee Shop

Volunteer 2014

Glad Tidings Church

Vacation Bible School

Volunteer 2014

Honors and Awards:

Third Place - Research Poster

American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists

October 2011

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George F. Logue Founders Award for Distinguished Alumni Arcadia University Physical Therapy Alumni Association

2005

Continuing Education Attended (last 5 years):

An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy 3/2014

of the Shoulder

Susquehanna Health System

Muncy, PA

Contact Hours 11.5

APTA CSM 2/2014

Las Vegas, NV

Contact Hours 2.0

Kinesiotaping and Manual Therapy 12/2013

Philadelphia, PA

Contact Hours 8

AAOMPT Annual Conference 10/2013

Cincinnati, OH

Contact Hours 2.0

APTA CSM 1/2013

CAPTE New Program Development

Contact Hours 2.0

Philadelphia Orthopaedic and Sports Rehab Foundation LE Update 2011 11/2011

Philadelphia, PA

Contact Hours 2.5

PPTA Annual Conference 10/2011

Contact Hours 2.0

AAOMPT Annual Conference 10/2011

Anaheim, CA

Contact Hours 2.0

APTA Combined Sections Meeting 2/2011

New Orleans, LA

Contact Hours 2.0

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AAOMPT Annual Conference 10/2010

Contact Hours: 2.0

Teaching Responsibilities:

Current Teaching Responsibilities:

Course Title Credits

DPT 500: Gross Anatomy & Histology Lab 5

DPT 504: Foundations of Physical Therapy 3

DT 509: Foundations of Clinical Examination

& Evaluation

4

DPT 516: Musculoskeletal PT Practice I 4

DPT 616: Musculoskeletal PT Practice II 4

DPT 617: Musculoskeletal PT Practice III 4

DPT 708: Management of Medical/Surgical

Conditions, Diagnostics, and

Pharmacotherapeutics

4

DPT 803: Orthopaedic Manual Physical

Therapy Elective

3

DPT 810: Comprehensive Examination 1

Prior Teaching Responsibilities:

Course Title Credits

Clinical Physiology 3

Pathophysiology 3

Kinesiology 4

Musculoskeletal Examination, Evaluation,

Diagnosis, Prognosis: Spine

4

Musculoskeletal Examination, Evaluation,

Diagnosis, Prognosis: Extremities

4

Advanced Practice in Physical Therapy I 4

Advanced Practice in Physical Therapy III 4

Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy

Elective

4