Dr. Schmucker earned his Bachelor of Science degree in 2011 and his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2013, both from Gannon University. His clinical practice was primarily based in acute care hospital rehabilitation, with an emphasis in intensive care medicine and the early mobilization of patients with cardiac and pulmonary dysfunction. He contributed to the development and implementation of an early mobility program and nurse mobility training initiative at St. Vincent Hospital in Erie, Pennsylvania. In 2025, he returned to his alma mater as an Assistant Teaching Professor, where he demonstrates a strong commitment to active learning and the integration of clinical skill application into physical therapy education.
Courses Taught
DPT Year One:
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Pathology and Medical Management for the Physical Therapist 1 (GDPT 802)
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Pathology and Medical Managment for the Physical Therapist 2 (GDPT 812)
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Health Care System and Policy 2 (GDPT 830)
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Essentials of Physical Therapy Practice (GDPT 815)
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Foundations in Human Movement (GDPT 818/819)
DPT Year Two
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Examination, Evaluation, and Intervention for Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Dysfunction 1 (GDPT821)
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Examination, Evaluation, and Intervention for Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Dysfunction 2 (GDPT823)
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Health Care System and Policy 4 (GDPT 860)
DPT Year Three
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Health Care System and Policy 5 (GDPT 870)
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Clinical Synthesis 3 (GDPT 887)
Educational History
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Gannon University, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2013
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Gannon University, Bachelor of Science in Sports and Exercise Science, 2011
Professional Experience
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Assistant Teaching Professor, Gannon University, Erie, PA. July 2025-present
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Staff Physical Therapist, AHN - St. Vincent Hospital, Erie, PA. March 2017-June 2025
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Staff Physical Therapist, VNAA Home Health, Meadville, PA. October 2016-February 2017
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Staff Physical Therapist, KershawHealth, Camden, SC. August 2013-September 2016
Professional Societies
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American Physical Therapy Association
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Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association - Northwest District
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APTA Cardiovascular and Pulmonary, Acute Care and Education Section Member