Kaitlyn C Buzza, PT, DPT, SCS
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Katie Buzza earned a doctor of physical therapy degree from the University of Pittsburgh and is a board-certified specialist in sports physical therapy, following completion of a sports residency with Massachusetts General Hospital/Northeastern University. While there, she provided physical therapy services for the MGH Sports PT clinic and Northeastern Division 1 Athletics, as well as engaging in research, teaching and educational opportunities.
In addition to teaching, Buzza remains active in clinical practice, providing care to patients with a variety of conditions emphasizing sports physical therapy. Her primary clinical interests include lower extremity and biomechanical movement analysis. She enjoys working with a variety of athletes of all levels and sports but has a special interest in hockey players.
Buza also serves on leadership for the AASPT as the vice chair for the membership team and the practice lead of the Knee SIG. She continually strives to inspire future physical therapists with a passion for lifelong learning, clinical excellence and compassionate care.
Degrees & Certifications
- Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy
- Sports Physical Therapy Residency Program, Massachusetts General Hospital/Northeastern University
- Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Pittsburgh
- BS, Rehabilitation Science, University of Pittsburgh
Teaching Responsibilities
- PT 621: Examination & Documentation I
- PT 714: Structure & Function IV
- PT 724: Examination & Documentation IV
- PT 734: Evaluation & Intervention IV
Awards & Fellowships
Jessie Wright Award
The highest honor from the University of Pittsburgh Department of Physical Therapy (based upon unanimous faculty decision to a student who displays superior achievement and the potential to be an outstanding clinician)
Research Interests
- Biomechanical/running analysis of athletes, specifically post-injury
- Identification and management of bone stress injuries
- Evidence-based return to sport progressions following non-operative and post-operative lower extremity rehabilitation