Jack Cervantes, PT, DPT, OCS is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a residency-trained board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. He currently works at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics Health System (UWHC). Dr. Cervantes graduated from the Carroll University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program in 2022 and completed the UW Hospital & Clinics and UnityPoint Health - Meriter Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Clinical Residency Program in 2023. He has experience in working with advanced spine and general orthopedic patients while growing his caseload of patients with autonomic dysfunction, concussion, and vestibular disorders. Dr. Cervantes is working to increase his vestibular caseload to promote more convenient access to vestibular care. He also has taken on a role in the system wide Concussion Work Group consisting of physical therapists with orthopedic and neurological specialties. As a clinician, Dr. Cervantes utilizes evidence-based treatment approaches to provide his patients with the best care available, while also providing them with strategies for long-term management. 

 

Dr. Cervantes’ interest in vestibular rehabilitation began following an intensive 8-week clinical experience with Dr. Sleik, treating patients with various diagnoses of dizziness. He has assisted in the development and presentation of Vestibular Rehab Certificate for Clinicians: Foundation and Clinical Application since 2023, educating both students and clinicians. This course has allowed Dr. Cervantes to pursue his passion and career goal of educating current and future clinicians as a way to give back and advance the profession of physical therapy.

 

Speaker Disclosures

Financial: Jack Cervantes has an employment relationship with UW Hospital & Clinics and UnityPoint Health - Meriter. 

He receives an honorarium from Focus on Function Physical Therapy, PC.

Non-financial: Jack Cervantes is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, including the Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy.