About
Transformational health starts here
The School of Physiotherapy is part of Dal Health. We're one of the largest Faculties at Dalhousie, with eight schools, one college and one program, more than 200 faculty members, 80 staff members, and over 3,000 students.
Our faculty, staff and students are committed to improving the well-being of individuals, families, communities and populations through diverse health programming, collaborative research and strong community partnerships.
The faculty, staff and students of the School of Physiotherapy are committed to improving the well-being of individuals, families, communities and populations through our physiotherapy programming, collaborative research and strong community partnerships.
Our Mission is to educate future physiotherapists and scholars who excel; inspire through research and discovery that advances knowledge and practice; and improve the health and wellness of the diverse communities we serve, through collaboration and innovation.
Our vision is to lead regionally, nationally and internationally in collaborative, inclusive physiotherapy education, research, and service that advances health, policy, and practice.
We Value:
Excellence
We demonstrate curiosity and passion in our work as we strive for excellence through exemplary teaching, rigorous scholarship and research, and committed service to the diverse communities we serve.
Collaboration
We engage our colleagues in collaborative, interprofessional initiative that help us fulfill our mission and advance us towards our vision.
Respect
We act with integrity, foster diversity and inclusiveness, and demonstrate mutual respect, professionalism, civility, and collegiality.
Innovation
We advance our disciplines and our profession by adapting creatively and by pursuing research questions that advance knowledge, inform physiotherapy practice, and improve health outcomes.