Michael Bade
PT, DPT, PhD, OCS, FAAOMPT
University of Colorado School of Medicine
RESTORE Director of Musculoskeletal Research and Innovation
Physical Therapy Program Associate Professor
Research Areas
Osteoarthritis/Joint Replacement
Technology Enabled Solutions including Wearables
Clinical Trials to Implementation Science
Hobbies/Interests
Skiing/Snowboarding
Cycling
Health Span/Longevity
Education, Licensures, & Certifications
APTA Certified Clinical Instructor 2007-Present
Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Munal Physical Therapists 2009-Present
APTA Orthopedic Clinical Specialist 2014-2024, Emeritus 2024-Present
Colorado #PTL.0009977
Regis University, Denver, CO
DPT in Physical Therapy, 2014
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO
PhD in Clinical Science, 2012
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC
MPT in Physical Therapy, 2005
University of Colorado, Boulder, CO
BA in Molecular Biology, 1998
Awards
PM&R Professionalism Award 2023
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American Physical Therapy Association Jack Walker Award 2022
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Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Rose Excellence in Research Award 2020
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APTA Margaret L. Moore Award Nominee 2015
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Outstanding PhD Student in Clinical Investigation Award 2008
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Duke University Health System Shining Star Award 2006
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APTA Mary McMillan Award 2005
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Medical Alumni Loyalty Award – University of North Carolina
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2004 North Carolina Physical Therapy Association Scholarship 2004
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Sharp Memorial Auxiliary Scholarship 2003
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University Merit Assistantship Award – University of North Carolina 2003
