Mississippi State University - Meridian Appoints Dr. Alexis Ortiz to Lead New Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
Scott Healy & Associates has announced the appointment of Dr. Alexis Ortiz as the Founding Professor, Program Director, and Department Head for the new Doctor of Physical Therapy (PT) Program at Mississippi State University - Meridian. Dr. Ortiz brings over two decades of experience in Physical Therapy education and leadership to this role. Prior to this appointment, he served as the Founding Director and Professor for the Physical Therapy Program at St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas. Dr. Ortiz holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Physical Therapy from Texas Woman's University, and a B.S. in Physical Therapy from the University of Puerto Rico - Medical Sciences Campus. He is set to establish Mississippi State University - Meridian's inaugural Physical Therapy program.
