How do you prepare the next generation of physical therapists to succeed in a world where healthcare demands are evolving faster than ever? Dr. Christina Odeh reveals how leadership, innovation, and a growth mindset are shaping both education and clinical practice.

Dr. Christina Odeh is the Dean of Graduate Health Professions and DPT Program Director at South College, leading one of the nation’s most innovative accelerated online hybrid physical therapy programs. With a background in pediatric physical therapy and a passion for leadership development, she has dedicated her career to rethinking how physical therapy education can evolve to better serve students, patients, and the profession as a whole.

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Dr. Christina reveals:

▫️ Why South College’s two-year DPT hybrid model is changing the way we educate future clinicians.

▫️ How leadership and collaboration are essential to building successful programs and teams.

▫️ The lessons pediatric practice teaches about adaptability, empathy, and growth.

▫️ Why a growth mindset is critical for staying relevant as both a clinician and educator.

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⏱ Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro

04:20 – Christina’s journey into pediatric PT and education

12:10 – The rise of accelerated hybrid DPT programs

23:00 – Leadership lessons from building innovative teams

34:45 – Why mindset matters more than ever in healthcare education

47:30 – Preparing students for success in a rapidly changing field

55:00 – Christina’s advice on how clinicians can stay relevant

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Follow Dr. Christina Odeh:

🌐 LinkedIn – Christina Cortes Odeh

📸 Instagram – @South.College

🐦 X – @SouthCollege

🍎 South College DPT Program – www.south.edu

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