Brian Wilkinson PT, DPT, DHSc, CHT, CLT

Areas I Teach
Physical Therapy (DPT)

Teaching Responsibilities:
DPT 599: Intro to Physiology & Pharmacology
DPT 653: Physiology & Pharmacology I
DPT 654: Physiology & Pharmacology II
DPT 730: Professional Lecture Series

Areas of Interest:
Upper Extremity Management
Wound Care
Sports Injuries
Evidence Based Practice
Clinical Education
Lymphedema Management

Education:
DHSc, Pacific University, 2024
DPT, University of Southern California, 2006
BS, Oregon State University, 2003

Clinical Certifications:
Certified Lymphatic Therapist (CLT)
Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy
2017 - present
Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)
Hand Therapy Certification Commission
2014 – present
Credentialed Clinical Instructor (CCI), Levels 1 & 2
American Physical Therapy Association
2008 - present

Peer Review Publications:
Wilkinson, BJ.; Erenfeld, H.; Coplen, AE. Basic Prevention and Management of Common Musculoskeletal Disorders. Dimensions of Dental Hygiene. January 2022; 20(1): 24-27.
Wilkinson, B.J.; Bell, KP; Cowen, BS.; Coplen, AE. Simple Exercises to Reduce Musculoskeletal Disorders. Decisions in Dentistry. April 2019; 5(4): 32-37.
Wilkinson, B.J.; Bell, KP.; Coplen, AE. Ergonomics Reinvigorated: Strategies for Using the Core Four to Help Prevent Musculoskeletal Disorders. Dimensions of Dental Hygiene. January 2019; 17(1): 36-39.

Select Peer Reviewed Presentations:
Wilkinson, BJ. Examining ergonomics through a novel interprofessional lens of corrective exercise to preserve career satisfaction and longevity for dental hygienists. International Symposium on Dental Hygiene, Seoul, South Korea, 2024.
Wilkinson, BJ. A Contemporary Review of Applied Ergonomics: Keeping You in the Loupe. Oregon Dental Association annual conference, Portland, OR, 2024.
Wilkinson, BJ. Examining Multimodal Methodologies to Facilitate Optimal Instruction of Pharmacology Curriculum for Entry-Level Physical Therapists. Interprofessional Education and Leadership conference, Forest Grove, OR, 2024.
Wilkinson, BJ. Pain Pharmacology for Physical Therapy Providers: Sustaining Scope, Elevating Practice. Offered virtually for APTA-Oregon, 2023.
Wilkinson, BJ., Jackson SC., & Speer, L. Investigating the Efficacy of the Core Four Movement Routine to Optimize Ergonomics for the Dental Hygienist: An Inter-Institutional Analysis. American Dental Hygiene Association annual conference, Chicago, IL, 2023.
Wilkinson, BJ. Optimizing Ergonomic Practices for Dental Hygienists: Be a Part of the Movement. Oregon Dental Hygiene Association annual conference, Wilsonville, OR, 2022.
Wilkinson, BJ. Everyday Ergonomic Practices for Dental Hygienists: A Practical Approach to Optimizing Mechanics Through the Performance of Routine Corrective Movements. American Dental Hygiene Association annual conference, Louisville, KY, 2022.
Wilkinson BJ & Erenfed H. Advancing Education for Ergonomics: Be a Part of the Movement. American Dental Education Association annual conference, virtual delivery, 2021.
Wilkinson BJ & Liu E. An Evidence-Supported Review of Impairment-Based Rehabilitation For The Recovering Upper Extremity. Occupational Therapy Association of Oregon annual conference, virtual delivery, 2020.
Wilkinson BJ, DiBiasio P, Vallabhajosula S. The impact of curriculum and a global learning experience on the development of cultural competence in Pacific University DPT students. OPTA Annual Conference, Portland, OR, 2019.
Wilkinson BJ & Cowwen BS. Collaborative Curriculum: Advancing Ergonomic Education By Incorporating The Expertise of A Physical Therapist. American Dental Education Association Conference, Chicago, IL, 2019.
Wilkinson BJ, Gayles E, Galindo T, Springer L. From Emerging to Experienced: A Panel Discussion Issuing Perspective on Revitalized Feedback Dynamics. Northwest Intermountain Consortium Annual Conference, 2018.
Wilkinson BJ. Current Concepts in Wrist Rehabilitation: A Paradigm Shift in Exercise Prescription. OPTA Annual Conference, Wilsonville, OR, 2018.

Select Invited Presentations:
Clinical Practice Poster Spotlight I & II. American Society of Hand Therapists Annual Meeting, St. Louis, MO, 2024.
Clinical Ergonomics for Dental Students: Examining Causes, Corrections and Culture. Stony Brook University in Operative Dentistry I, virtual platform, 2021.
Practical Ergonomics for Dental Professionals: Be a Part of the Movement. Oregon Dental Hygiene Association SW Component quarterly meeting, virtual delivery, 2020.
Current Concepts in Workplace Ergonomics: Enhancing Movement for Dental Hygienists. Oregon Dental Hygiene Association annual conference, Portland, OR, 2019.
Current Concepts in Workplace Ergonomics: Enhancing Movement for Practicing Electrologists. Oregon Association of Licensed Electrologists Annual Meeting, Portland, OR, 2019.
Bonzani PJ & Wilkinson BJ. Assessment and Management of Stiffness in the Hand. Offered to the physiotherapy staff at Komfo Anoyke Teaching Hospital in Ghana, 2016.
Bonzani PJ & Wilkinson BJ. Concepts in Wound Healing. Offered to medical residents and fellows at Komfo Anoyke Teaching Hospital in Ghana, 2016.
Ergonomics for Musicians. Offered at the Oregon ASTA Mini Conference, 2015.

Grants/Awards:
Outstanding Service Award, American Society of Hand Therapists, 2024
Sara Hopkins-Powell Scholarship, Pacific University, 2024
Faculty Development Grant, Pacific University: Examining Contemporary Methodologies to Promote Pragmatic Application of Workplace Ergonomics among Dental Hygienists, 2024
Faculty Development Grant, Pacific University: The Impact of Curriculum and Global Learning Experience on the Development of Cultural Competence in Doctor of Physical Therapy Students, 2019
Juzo Scholarship, Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy, 2017
Faculty Development Grant, Pacifif University: Health Volunteers Overseas Hand Therapy Project, Ghana, 2016