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Mike T. Studer, PT, DPT, MHS, FAPTA

20 years or more / Doctor of Physical Therapy

Clinical Specialties:
Neurology Specialist
Offers:
Telehealth
Annual PT Checkups
Areas of Focus:
Vestibular System
Balance
Falls Prevention
Geriatrics
Neurology

Practice Description: Spark Rehabilitation & Wellness is a unique state of the art collection of outpatient PT, OT, SLP clinics. They are the recognized regional leader in neurology, geriatrics, vestibular, and prevention/wellness. They partner with multiple universities for clinical research and offer state of the art services in underwater treadmill, specialized balance testing, movement analytics, and the latest in both training (board certified experts) as well as technology.

Member: Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy APTA Geriatrics

2 Practice Locations

Appointment Hours: 7:30-5:30, M-F


Oregon State University - Cascades DPT Program

https://osucascades.edu/physical-therapy
1500 SW Chandler Ave, Bend, OR 97702

About

Mike T. Studer, PT, DPT, MHS, FAPTA

The three greatest accomplishments in my > 30yr career start with my daily patient interactions. From these experiences, I have accomplished all of the others: 1) authoring 6 book chapters, > 35 articles, webinars, national/international speaking engagements. 2) Volunteer efforts with the APTA (extensive). 3) Awards. I have been blessed to receive the designation of FAPTA, the Mercedes Weiss Lifetime Award, Clinical Excellence award from both the Neurology Section (2011) and Geriatric (2014).

Professional Education

BS in PT in 1991 from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Post professional MHS in Neurologic PT from the University of Indianapolis 1995. DPTin the College of St. Scholastica completed in 2021.

Board Certifications

Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy
Since May 2, 1995, valid through Jun 29, 2025
Certificate Number: 8989

Other Certifications

Certified Exercise Expert for the Aging Adult (CEEAA), Certified Weight Trainer, Certified Senior Strength Trainer

Additional Interests

I am an avid runner, triathlete, and tennis player. I carry this energy and passion for improving into my clinical care. I love to contribute: community, professional body of knowledge (writing and speaking); and motivating people.