Melissa Patrizi has a B.A. in physical education/athletic training from John Carroll University, a B.S. in allied medicine/physical therapy from The Ohio State University, an M.S. in health science from Cleveland State University, and a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from The College of St. Scholastica. In addition to clinical practice focused on orthopedics/sports medicine, she has extensive experience in academia with past roles in administration, program management, accreditation, clinical education, and teaching. Prior to coming to ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø in 2022, she was the program chair for a physical therapist assistant program in northwest Ohio. As a member of the Career Center team, she works with students who have a career interest in healthcare. Helping them navigate their career journeys merges her passion for both healthcare and education. Melissa finds it a true joy to witness students achieve their goals!
Fun Fact: The #1 item on Melissa’s bucket list is to bike across the United States.