Professor Julia Chevan

Julia Chevan graduated with a BS degree in physical therapy from Boston University in 1985. Since that time, she has worked in a variety of clinical settings mostly focused on providing care for patients with orthopedic problems. In 1993 she joined the faculty of Springfield College where she now serves as Professor and Chair in the Department of Physical Therapy. Julia is a board certified clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy through the American Board of Physical Therapy...See more

Julia Chevan graduated with a BS degree in physical therapy from Boston University in 1985. Since that time, she has worked in a variety of clinical settings mostly focused on providing care for patients with orthopedic problems. In 1993 she joined the faculty of Springfield College where she now serves as Professor and Chair in the Department of Physical Therapy. Julia is a board certified clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties and has passed the credentialing examination with the McKenzie Institute. Her academic background includes advanced degrees in public health from the University of Massachusetts, in orthopedic physical therapy from Quinnipiac University and a doctoral degree in health studies from Virginia Commonwealth University. Julia's research interests have drawn her into examining health services issues related to physical therapy including studies on care seeking for persons with low back and neck pain. In addition to her professional life Julia is the mother and soccer coach for two young children who can almost run faster than she can. She is the partner of Patricia Jung a physical therapist of exceptional ability who can run as fast as anyone. See less