Mission
The Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science (PTRS) advances human movement, function, and wellness through excellence and innovation in education, research, clinical practice, and service.
Vision
By integrating education, research, clinical practice, and service PTRS excels in:
- Graduating socially responsible professionals who deliver excellent patient-centered care using critical thinking, evidence-based practice, and technology.
- Providing new knowledge and evidence that enhance rehabilitation science and support clinical practice through expertise, innovation, and technology.
- Guiding, promoting, and leading the physical therapy profession and rehabilitation sciences through engagement with scientific and professional organizations in local, national, and international communities.
Values
The mission and vision of PTRS are guided by the University of Maryland, Baltimore core values.