Larisa Hoffman

Dr. Larisa Hoffman serves as Associate Dean for the Division of Physical Therapy and Program Director of the DPT Program. In this role, she oversees the doctor of physical therapy program and post-professional programs. As a pediatric physical therapist, Dr. Hoffman specializes in solving movement challenges with families, working with infants, children and adults who have neurological conditions.

Dr. Hoffman is passionate about teaching, learning, curriculum development and academic program development. Her research interests focus on identifying predictors of academic success and developing coaching strategies to enhance student performance. She serves as an academic mentor for Physiopedia and provides mentorship to the Ukrainian Physical Therapist Association, Ugandan Occupational Therapy Association, and Ugandan Orthopedic Technology Association.

Dr. Hoffman has contributed to the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy in various capacities, including Item Writer Coordinator, member of the Examination Development Committee and Item Writer for the National Physical Therapy Examination.

Dr. Hoffman has received multiple awards recognizing her excellence in teaching and service.