Michael Smithson Pt, Dpt, Lat, Atc

Michael Smithson PT, DPT, LAT, ATC is an experienced physical therapist and athletic trainer currently serving as the UP District Chair for Michigan APTA since January 2024. With a professional background spanning various roles, Michael has been a physical therapist at UP Rehab Services since March 2021, following a student physical therapist position there. Prior experience includes working as a certified athletic trainer at Bellin Health, providing injury evaluation and rehabilitation services to local schools and teams, and participating in concussion management. Michael's clinical experiences encompass outpatient and acute care settings across multiple facilities, and extensive educational qualifications include a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Baylor University and a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from Northern Michigan University.