Biographical Info

Dr. Andy Smith is the manager of the Physical Therapy Department at the University Health Center. His areas of interest include movement/functional-based evaluation and assessment; the role of functional training in injury prevention and wellness; the role of pain neuroscience education in treating persistent pain; the role of postural dysfunction and repetitive tissue microtrauma on chronic/recurrent pain syndromes; spinal, peripheral joint and soft tissue mobilization/manipulation/dry needling; and the role of nutrition, mental health, cardiovascular health, and sleep health on management of overall wellness and integrative health.

Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Certification: Manual Therapy (MTC-USA); Dry Needling Certification (Cert DN-Spinal Manipulation Institute); Professional Designation in Functional Movement Systems (FMS Pro); Certified Health Coach (CHC-UNCG)
License: Physical Therapist, State of Georgia