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William H. Staples, PT, DPT, DHSc, FAPTA

20 years or more / Doctor of Physical Therapy

Clinical Specialties:
Geriatric Specialist
Offers:
Annual PT Checkups
Areas of Focus:
Balance
Falls Prevention
Fitness And Conditioning
Geriatrics
Neurology

Practice Description: Home Health Care, primarily through Certified Home Health Care Agency which accepts Medicare and most private insurances. I do accept private pay clients that are seen in their home. I generally see clients in the a.m. or late p.m. because I teach in the P.T. program at the University of Indianapolis some mornings and most afternoons. I do provide fall risk screenings and home environmental assesments.

Member: APTA Geriatrics

1 Practice Location

William Staples

Carmel, IN 46033

Appointment Hours: Usually in the morning, but some afternoons can be arranged


About

William H. Staples, PT, DPT, DHSc, FAPTA

William “Bill” Staples ia a Professor at the Krannert School of Physical Therapy at the University of Indianapolis. He retired from full-time teaching in 2023. He earned a Certificate in Physical Therapy and MS from Columbia University. He earned his Doctor of Health Science and Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Indianapolis. Bill was named as a Catherine Worthingham Fellow in 2021. He has been a geriatric certified specialist (GCS) since 1995. He is past President of the

Professional Education

William “Bill” Staples is a Professor Emeritis at the Krannert School of Physical Therapy at the University of Indianapolis. He earned his Doctor of Health Science (2010) and Doctor of Physical therapy (2005) from the University of Indianapolis.

Board Certifications

Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy
Since May 2, 1995, valid through Jun 29, 2025
Certificate Number: 1052

Other Certifications

Certified Exercise Expert for Aging Adults

Additional Interests

Backpacking, jogging, gardening