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Minneapolis, MN 55455
Allie Smith is a board-certified clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy and fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists. She received her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Washington University in St. Louis. She is an assistant professor at the University of Minnesota's Doctor of Physical Therapy program. The focus of her academic work is in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, clinical integration, and professional development. Her clinical experience is in outpatient orthopedics with a focus on underserved communities and post-op trauma.
Smith A, Ellison J, Bogardus J, Gleeson P. Factors contributing to burnout and well-being in physical therapist students. Journal of Physical Therapy Education. 2022;36(3):205-209. DOI: 10.1097/JTE.0000000000000222
Smith A, Ellison J, Bogardus J, Gleeson P. Development of burnout in physical therapist students and associated factors: A study during COVID-19. Journal of Physical Therapy Education. 2022;36(3):210-216. DOI: 10.1097/JTE.0000000000000239
Smith A, Ellison J, Bogardus J, Gleeson P. Reliability and validity of the student version of the Oldenburg Burnout Inventory in physical therapist students. Journal of Physical Therapy Education. 2022;36(3):217-224. DOI: 10.1097/JTE.0000000000000238
Burnout and well-being of DPT students and healthcare providers.
Population health, social determinants of health, disparities in access to healthcare services.
Recruitment and graduation of diverse physical therapy students.
Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, American Physical Therapy Association, 2016-present
Fellow, American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists, 2017-present
Excellence in Research Award, Southeastern District of the TPTA, 2023
Feitelberg Journal Founder’s Award, APTA Academy of Education, 2023
Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Faculty of the Year, Harris Health System, 2018, 2022
Clinical Instructor of the Year, Harris Health System, 2017
Smith A, Zambo-Anderson E, Weyrauch S. (2024, October). Fit for Flourishing: Prioritizing School/Person Fit for Effective Burnout Prevention in PT Education. Education Leadership Conference. Oakland, CA.
Smith A, Zambo-Anderson E, Weyrauch S. (2023, November). Creating a “Burnout-Free” Workplace: Practical Solutions to Transform Your Practice. APTA Private Practice 2023 Annual Conference and Exhibition. Austin, TX.
American Physical Therapy Association: Federal Affairs Liaison, Academy of Education (2025-present), Academy of Education Member (2017-present), Academy of Orthopedics Member (2013-present), Member (2011-present)
Minnesota Physical Therapy Association: Member (2025-present)
Texas Physical Therapy Association: Delegate at Large (2018-2024), Delegate representing Permian Basin District (2017-2018), Southeastern District Governmental Affairs Chair (2016-2018), Member (2014-2025)
American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (2015-present)
Missouri Physical Therapy Association: Member (2011-2014)