School
School of Physical Therapy
Department
School of Physical Therapy
Office Location
10 Lincoln 207I
Worcester
Office Phone Office Phone: 508.373.5710
About
Dr. Wu is a physical therapist with clinical experience spanning Massachusetts General Hospital, Spaulding Rehabilitation, and Beth Israel Lahey Health. Her expertise includes vestibular, neurologic, and orthopedic rehabilitation, with a focus on homebound and medically complex populations, including individuals living with Huntington’s disease.
Her research brings together patients, clinicians, and community partners to strengthen connections between physical therapy and public health while centering the needs of underserved communities. She is also founder of Chinatown Respite Care, an organization supporting Chinese-speaking immigrant families impacted by disability.
In the classroom, Dr. Wu is passionate about helping students align their professional goals with their values and the communities they serve.
Education
- DPT, MGH Institute of Health Professions
- MPH, The Dartmouth Institute
- BSc, University of Virginia
Research Interests
- Implementation of Vestibular Rehabilitation in Home Care
- Translational Health Sciences
Education
- DPT, MGH Institute of Health Professions
- MPH, The Dartmouth Institute
- BSc, University of Virginia
Research Interests
- Implementation of Vestibular Rehabilitation in Home Care
- Translational Health Sciences
Publications
- Keeney T, Wu C, Savini A, Stone S, Travis A, Vranceanu A, Steinhauser K, Greer J, Pastva A, Ritchie C. Using Multiphase Optimization Strategy and Human-Centered Design to Create an Integrated Model of Palliative Care Skills in Home-Based Physical Therapy for Advanced Heart Failure. Journal of Palliative Medicine. 2024;27(4):526-531. doi: 10.1089/jpm.2023.0476
- Dillard L, Wu C, Saunders J, McMahon C. A Scoping Review of Global Aminoglycoside Antibiotic Overuse: A Potential Opportunity for Primary Ototoxicity Prevention. Research in Social and Administrative Pharmacy. doi: 10.1016/j.sapharm.2021.10.004
Honors and Awards
Henry Masters Award
Issued by The Dartmouth Institute — Jun 2021
Established in 2010 in memory of Dartmouth Institute student Henry Masters, this award honors students who are "continuing to carry Henry's torch" with making a lasting difference in health and healthcare, especially for underserved populations.
Hybrid MPH Practicum Award
Issued by The Dartmouth Institute — Jun 2021
Project: Virtual Vestibular Training for Home Health Physical Therapists: A Quality Improvement Project
Field Sites: Boston University School of Public Health & Suburban Home Health
Social Justice Award
Issued by The Dartmouth Institute — Jun 2021
The Dartmouth Institute Social Justice Award recognizes students who are improving public health or healthcare by actively engaging in social justice issues to promote equity, peace, and justice. Awardees are nominated by Dartmouth Institute students, faculty and staff.
Ionta Award
Issued by MGH Institute of Health Professions — Apr 2013
Utilized grant award to improve MGH Revere’s iFit Program, which aimed to improve childhood health via interdisciplinary collaboration
Boston Schweitzer Fellow
Issued by Albert Schweitzer Fellowship — Apr 2010
Associated with MGH Institute of Health Professions