Denver Lancaster
Physical Therapist, Residency Director
Saint Robert
Summary
Physical Therapist and emerging healthcare leader with 12+ years of progressive experience across VA and Army healthcare systems. Proven record in program development, clinical education, and cross-agency collaboration. Directed the launch of a VA orthopedic residency program, securing $140K federal funding and establishing partnerships with military hospitals. Experienced in policy advocacy, quality improvement, and system innovation, including projects that streamlined reporting and reduced clinic inefficiencies. Recognized with two Army Achievement Medals for Civilian Service for exceptional contributions to health system operations.
Professional physical therapist with robust experience in patient care and rehabilitation. Skilled in developing personalized treatment plans, providing manual therapy, and utilizing therapeutic exercises to enhance patient recovery. Strong focus on team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and ensuring reliable results. Known for excellent communication, empathy, and patient-centered approach.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Staff Physical Therapist | Orthopedic Residency Director
Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital – Waynesville CBOC
10.2022 - Current
- Direct development of orthopedic residency program, including funding acquisition, curriculum design, and cross-agency partnerships.
- Lead policy and quality initiatives, including successful appeal for PT recognition as independent practitioners.
- Provide evidence-based outpatient care while mentoring clinical students and early-career providers.
Staff Physical Therapist | Site Coordinator of Clinical Education
General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital (GLWACH)
01.2014 - 01.2022
- Expanded clinical education program to 8 academic institutions, supervising 50+ student PTs and coordinating 7+ faculty educators.
- Designed and implemented injury tracking software, reducing reporting time from 3 hrs/wk to
- Recognized with two Army Achievement Medals for Civilian Service (2017, 2020).
- Collaborated with command leadership to manage PT services for trainees, active-duty service members, and retirees.
Staff PT / Satellite Clinic Co-Director
Gottsche Rehabilitation & Wellness
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Co-managed multi-clinic operations, including scheduling and outreach, reducing no-shows from >100 to
- Established pre-op rehab program to expand referral base and strengthen community partnerships.
- Oversaw clinical documentation compliance and telehealth integration across five clinics.
- Earlier contract/home health experience available on request — 2013–2014
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) -
Regis University
Denver, CO01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Health & Human Development
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT01.2007
Skills
- Residency Program Director – Designed and launched VA orthopedic residency; secured federal funding and directed ABPTRFE candidacy application
- Cross-Agency Collaboration – Partnered with Army healthcare leadership to establish residency rotations and shared training opportunities
- Policy & Advocacy – Led successful hospital-wide initiative recognizing PTs as Licensed Independent Practitioners
- Clinical Education Expansion – As Site Coordinator, grew student placements from 1 → 8 academic partners, mentoring 50 students and faculty providers
- Operational Innovation – Developed injury tracking/reporting system cutting Army command reporting time by 85%; implemented scheduling reform reducing cancellations/no-shows by 80%
- Recognition – Awarded Army Achievement Medals (2017, 2020) for system-level healthcare contributions
Orthopedic rehabilitation
Certification
Licensed Physical Therapist – Missouri (Active), Minnesota (Active)
Awards
Army Achievement Medal for Civilian Service – 2017, 2020, Residency & Clinical Education Leadership – Site Coordinator, Residency Director, Mentor to 50+ PT students
Affiliations
Professional Memberships – American Physical Therapy Association (Orthopedics, Sports, Education Sections); American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Therapists
Timeline
Staff Physical Therapist | Orthopedic Residency Director
Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital – Waynesville CBOC
10.2022 - Current
Staff Physical Therapist | Site Coordinator of Clinical Education
General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital (GLWACH)
01.2014 - 01.2022
Staff PT / Satellite Clinic Co-Director
Gottsche Rehabilitation & Wellness
01.2012 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Health & Human Development
Montana State University
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) -
Regis University
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