Our Alumni

Graduates discuss how our degree programs prepared them for successful and rewarding careers.

Rehabilitation Science PhD Alumni

“The instructors constantly made efforts to use innovative ideas to make the learning process more interesting."
6/12/20
Sutanuka Bhattacharjya
“Without the fundamentals and advanced foundational knowledge I acquired at UB, I would not be where I am. I am very thankful for that experience and education."
8/13/20
Timothy Dionne

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Alumni

"Not only do I love Buffalo, but growing up with UB in my backyard, I have always been aware of all it has to offer its students."
3/12/21
Christine Abrams
“I am really enjoyed how the DPT program was set up so that we worked together as a class to be successful.”
3/11/21
Lisa Bierdeman
"I enjoyed the open discussions that were encouraged among class members and the professors broadened the way we think about physical therapy issues."
3/12/21
John Boyer
PT Alumnus Living His Job During Pandemic
12/14/20
John Corcoran’s profession is physical therapy, but his musical vocation might provide more of a metaphor for his career, which seems to meld various strains into one harmonious whole.
"I visited UB for the first time when I was in high school and I thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere that the campus and the city itself had to offer."
3/12/21
James Kim
“In addition to the exceptional education, I gained real life-leadership experience.”
12/13/17
Katherine LeBlanc
“This extensive and diverse preparation provided me the knowledge and skills needed to become a dynamic clinician."
12/13/17
Jake McPherson
“This program taught me the necessity of professionalism, accountability and integrity in my everyday encounters."
12/13/17
David J. Mueller
“UB offered more clinical experience than any other school I had seen.”
12/13/17
Shaughn Regan
“Working in groups and presenting helped me improve essential communication and leadership skills."
12/13/17
Jeffrey R. Sam
“Buffalo is such a small close-knit community in therapy, and it was nice to be part of that."
10/8/22
Jason Seltzer

DPT/MPH Alumni

"The program allowed me to learn and be inquisitive all while exploring new and ongoing research in physical therapy and public health."
2/14/22
Raechele Leone

Occupational Therapy BS/MS Alumni

Occupational Therapy MS Alumni

“I am forever grateful for Dr. Tomita’s support and encouragement throughout my MS. It has definitely inspired me to be a researcher, and finally I am in the right space!"
10/16/22
Asmita (Salang) Mudholkar