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, GA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GA05-2022
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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