Adam Thomas
Director, Transitional DPT Program
Department of Physical Therapy, Movement & Rehabilitation Sciences, Faculty
Office: 308G Robinson Hall
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 617-373-5906
Education/degrees:
- United States Sports Academy, Daphne, Alabama, Doctor of Education (ongoing)
- Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts, Doctor of Physical Therapy (2012)
- Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan, Master of Arts in Physical Education Athletic Training (2001)
- Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts, Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training (1999)
Certifications:
- Physical Therapist (Licensed in State of Massachusetts)
- Athletic Trainer (Licensed in State of Massachusetts)
- Physical Therapy Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialist
- American Red Cross BLS (CPR/AED/First Aid) for Health Care Providers (Instructor)
Specializations:
Sports Physical Therapy, Orthopedics, Blood Flow Restriction, Dry Needling
Adam is an Associate Clinical Professor and the director of the Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. He is Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties with most of his clinical background based within sports physical therapy. He has an extensive clinical background within professional sports and at the international level of sports, notably with the Chicago Cubs, Boston Red Sox and Houston Astros Professional Baseball Organizations as well as the Boston Cannons and Boston Blazers Professional Lacrosse Organizations, Premier Lacrosse League, and Team USA Indoor and Outdoor Lacrosse. Currently he is a Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer with the New England Free Jacks of Major League Rugby. He has led educational dialogue of civilizations and trips to South Africa, Costa Rica, and China. Adam is a member of the APTA and NATA.