Jeffrey Schmidt, PT, DPT, NCS, MSCS

Dr. Jeffrey Schmidt is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy. He earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Animal Sciences from the University of Florida and a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from the University of Central Florida. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Kinesiology at the University of Central Florida. Prior to joining academia, Dr. Schmidt worked full-time for AdventHealth Sports Med & Rehab where he worked as an outpatient neurologic physical therapist and served as a mentor for the AdventHealth Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency Program. Dr. Schmidt is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy and a Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Specialist. He served as an adjunct faculty member in the neuromuscular curriculum of AHU’s DPT program for one year, prior to his full-time appointment. His clinical interests include the management of individuals with degenerative diseases and interventions such as high-intensity gait training and reactive balance training. His research interests include examining interventions, such as blood flow restriction training, designed to improve mobility and functional outcomes in individuals with neurologic conditions, particularly multiple sclerosis.