Dennis G. O'Connell

Professor of Physical Therapy/Shelton-Lacewell Endowed Chair
325-670-5827
Holland School of Sciences and Mathematics
Physical Therapy
oconnell@hsutx.edu

If you are reading this – you are most likely a prospective physical therapy student. Why should you consider the HSU Doctor of Physical Therapy program? From a practical, professional perspective, the wave of the future for physical therapy is the entry-level DPT degree. If you don’t attend HSU, attend a school that offers that degree. On a personal level, no other faculty can top the love, care and dedication we have and show towards each other or towards our students. We are truly a family guided by Christian principles. If you want to attend a program where faculty and fellow students encourage and enhance your success, this is the place. We will help you reach your potential as an outstanding person and clinician.

 

 

Degrees Earned:

  • Bachelor's ~ Physical Education ~ Manhattan College ~ 1977
  • Master's ~ Exercise Physiology ~ Kent State University ~ 1979
  • Doctorate ~ Exercise Physiology ~ University of Toledo ~ 1985
  • Bachelor's ~ Physical Therapy ~ University of Texas Health Science Center-San Antonio ~ 1995

Publications:

  • Exercise Testing: An Important Evaluative Tool in Your Physical Therapy Practice.
  • Grip Strength in Special Olympians.

Courses Taught:

Hardin-Simmons University, 2200 Hickory, Abilene, Texas, 79698. (325) 670-1000