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Stephanie Woelfel

PT, DPT, CWS
Associate Professor of Clinical Physical Therapy & Surgery
University of Southern California

Dr. Stephanie Woelfel PT, DPT, CWS is an Associate Professor of Clinical Physical Therapy and Surgery at the University of Southern California (USC). She is the Director of Clinical Physical Therapy for Hospital Outpatient at Keck Medical Center of USC.
Her wound care career has spanned over 25 years in both short and long-term acute care, skilled nursing facilities, home care and consulting. Stephanie is active in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and is the current President of the APTA's Academy of Clinical Electrophysiology & Wound Management. She is also on the Board of Directors for the National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP) and the Post-Acute Wound & Skin Integrity Council (PAWSIC).

2026 Sessions

Putting Motion in Wound Care: PT Interventions in Wound Care

This session will explore how physical therapy interventions directly support wound healing by putting motion at the center of care. Faculty will examine a variety of evidence-based strategies that enhance tissue perfusion and promote optimal healing environments. Attendees will gain practical guidance on integrating movement-focused physical therapy interventions into comprehensive wound care plans to improve healing outcomes, restore function, and elevate patient quality of life.

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Moderator/Presenter

Sunday, October 18 10:30–11:30 AM
Room Octavius 4
Faculty

Stephanie Woelfel

PT, DPT, CWS
Associate Professor of Clinical Physical Therapy & Surgery
University of Southern California

Dr. Stephanie Woelfel PT, DPT, CWS is an Associate Professor of Clinical Physical Therapy and Surgery at the University of Southern California (USC). She is the Director of Clinical Physical Therapy for Hospital Outpatient at Keck Medical Center of USC.
Her wound care career has spanned over 25 years in both short and long-term acute care, skilled nursing facilities, home care and consulting. Stephanie is active in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and is the current President of the APTA's Academy of Clinical Electrophysiology & Wound Management. She is also on the Board of Directors for the National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP) and the Post-Acute Wound & Skin Integrity Council (PAWSIC).

Faculty

Heather Barnhart

PT, PhD, CWS, CLT-LANA, CLWT
Director of Clinical Operations
Koya Medical

Dr. Heather Barnhart is a nationally recognized expert in integumentary dysfunction and Director of Clinical Operations at Koya Medical.
With four board certifications and over three decades of experience, she has led at the intersection of clinical practice, research, and innovation.
A former professor at Nova Southeastern University, she is a sought-after speaker and key opinion leader whose work has influenced clinicians and organizations worldwide through research, publications, and international presentations.
Her work and leadership across professional organizations continue to shape best practices and innovation in the field.
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