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Jo Eppelbaum

Atlanta

Summary

Compassionate Doctor of Physical Therapy with strong acute care experience, dedicated to providing evidence-based, patient-centered treatment. Skilled at bringing calm and encouragement to overwhelming hospital settings, I help patients reconnect with their “why” and embrace movement as medicine on the path to recovery and independence.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Therapy Clinical Student

Piedmont Fayette Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Treated 5-8 patients per day across ICU, ortho, oncology, day-of-surgery, and transitional care units
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during daily rounds to adjust goals and discharge plans in real time
  • Facilitated early mobility in ICU patients, including bed mobility, transfers, gait training, and management of ventilators, central lines, chest tubes, arterial lines, and wound vacs

Physical Therapy Clinical Student

WellStar North Fulton Hospital
03.2024 - 05.2024
  • Treated patients with SCI, CVA, TBI, GBS, amputations, joint replacements, and deconditioning, averaging 5 patients per day
  • Collaborated with physicians, OT, SLP, nursing, and families in weekly team conferences to update goals and discharge planning
  • Delivered 60–90 minute sessions, 5 days per week, focused on gait training, transfers, strengthening, and ADL retraining within an acute rehab model of care

Physical Therapy Clinical Student

Benchmark Physical Therapy
01.2024 - 03.2024
  • Evaluated and treated patients with spine, shoulder, foot, knee, and post-operative conditions, averaging 6–8 patients per day
  • Utilized manual therapy techniques including joint mobilizations, manipulations, and muscle energy to reduce pain and improve mobility
  • Developed individualized exercise progressions to restore strength, mobility, and function for athletes and general orthopedic populations

Physical Therapy Clinical Student

Centerwell Home Health
11.2023 - 12.2023
  • Conducted in-home evaluations and treatments for patients with orthopedic and neurological conditions, focusing on safety, mobility, and independence
  • Administered standardized outcome measures (e.g., balance and mobility testing) to assess progress and guide care planning
  • Provided patient and caregiver education on fall prevention, safe transfers, and exercise programs tailored to the home environment

Education

Doctorate of Physical Therapy -

Emory University School of Medicine
Atlanta, GA
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GA
05-2022

Skills

  • ICU Early Mobility & Progressive Mobilization
  • Complex Line & Lead Management
  • Gait Training & Neuromuscular Re-education
  • Stroke & Complex Neuro Patient Care
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • EMR Documentation - EPIC proficient
  • Vestibular Rehabilitation
  • Patient and Caregiver Education

Accomplishments

  • Emory University School of Medicine, Division of Physical Therapy — Aug 2024–May 2025
    “Improving Cardiovascular Endurance in Individuals with Long COVID” — S. Krishnan, J. Eppelbaum, D. Mungaroo, L. Suri
  • Investigated aerobic training interventions for individuals with Long COVID; findings contributed to post-viral rehab protocols.
  • Awarded 2nd place at Emory DPT Research Day.

Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers — American Heart Association

Timeline

Physical Therapy Clinical Student

Piedmont Fayette Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024

Physical Therapy Clinical Student

WellStar North Fulton Hospital
03.2024 - 05.2024

Physical Therapy Clinical Student

Benchmark Physical Therapy
01.2024 - 03.2024

Physical Therapy Clinical Student

Centerwell Home Health
11.2023 - 12.2023

Doctorate of Physical Therapy -

Emory University School of Medicine

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

Georgia College And State University

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