Blog Post: A MONUMENTAL DAY IN TUSPM HISTORY

By: Steph Freund, SMC, ‘16

The week leading up to the Temple vs. Notre Dame game was an eventful one for Temple students, alumni and fans. As the much anticipated game got closer, school spirit skyrocketed. With the announcement of College GameDay coming to Philly, the huge tailgates and sold out Linc, it was clear that Temple, and Philadelphia as a whole, were ready for the perfect night. Even Temple alum, Diplo, a popular DJ and producer, sent a special video message to support the owls.

Starting at 4:45 that morning, buses began running students back and forth from campus to College GameDay at Independence Hall. Thousands of students and fans gathered in the lawn with their most creative and humorous signs in an attempt to get on national television and show support for the Owls. To have our school recognized on national television was a new and exciting experience for Temple students and alumni, and one that will certainly not be forgotten. Check out some of our favorite signs here.

College GameDay was just the beginning, though. Hours before the game, fans flooded the parking lots surrounding Lincoln Financial Field as Lot K was taken over by all things Temple- food, drinks, games and music. TUSPM students and alumni gathered together as they awaited the start of Temple’s biggest football game in history. Dr. Erwin Juda, ‘82, a long time Notre Dame fan and former TUSPM employee, looked forward to the game since he first heard about it. “It was a phenomenal experience and one of the greatest thrills of my life,” he said. “The pregame and tailgates were excellent, especially being there with the band and crowd. It was a great experience all around.”

Dr. Erwin Juda and Dean Mattiacci at the TUSPM tailgate.

What stood out most about TUSPM’s tailgate was the diversity of it. Current students and alumni, Temple and Notre Dame fans, faculty and friends all came together to support their favorite team.

Current TUSPM students enjoy the tailgate before the game.

The Owls stayed strong throughout the whole game but ended up falling short to no. 9 Notre Dame. However, the game still gave students and alumni the opportunity to come together and enjoy some good competition in a lively atmosphere.

Blog Post: TUSPM PHYSICAL THERAPY CLINIC GIVES STUDENTS EXCLUSIVE HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE

Dr. Pettineo instructs students in the physical therapy clinic at TUSPM.

 By: Steph Freund, SMC, ’16

In 2008, the physical therapy clinic at TUSPM looked much different than it does now. What was once a closed off and narrow space has grown into a productive and engaging workplace thriving with the impressive work of Dr. Steven Pettineo and his students.

Every day, Dr. Pettineo and his students treat up to 15 patients, primarily for foot and ankle injuries. “It’s great for the patients because they’re getting individualized care and it’s not so busy that the students are running around and are not able to answer questions,” said Dr. Pettineo. “It’s much different than a private physical therapy practice might be.” This is only one of the many reasons why TUSPM’s physical therapy clinic stands out from others.

Along with having the educational component, students are able to gain hands-on experience with new treatment and patient care techniques.

There are techniques and treatments that Dr. Pettineo has found to be most effective in foot and ankle injuries during his time at the clinic. “I take a very exercise-based and manual therapy-based approach,” said Dr. Pettineo. “[We use] a lot of hands-on and a lot of therapeutic exercise interventions to improve patients outcomes.”

Dr. Pettineo wants his students to become better with their physical examination skills while under his guidance. “I’m the only therapist and it’s more of a wide open space where there’s no closed treatment rooms, so I get to watch a student examine somebody and then I make them watch me examine somebody,” said Dr. Pettineo. “I like for [the students] to get efficient and proficient in their physical examination skills and really be able to try and step away from the patient and say: ‘This is what I think is wrong because this is what I found.’, and piece the puzzle together.”

Students take turns watching each other do examinations and use a new technique called instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization. This technique uses specially-designed surgical grade stainless steel tools to apply a controlled stress to soft tissue dysfunctions. “We use those soft tissue techniques using these instruments to augment our other treatments, [which are] usually other manual therapy techniques and other therapeutic exercises,” said Dr. Pettineo. “ I’ve had very good success with it.”

In addition to the work he does with students, Dr. Pettineo welcomes referrals and is dedicated to increasing patient outcomes. “We take outside referrals as well,” said Dr. Pettineo. “Most of what I see is foot and ankle but I still treat full body and [will] work together to optimize the patient’s outcome which is the ultimate goal.”

Press Release for Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine

September 24, 2015
For Immediate Release

Dr. Michael E. Graham Joins Temple University School Podiatric Medicine’s Board of Visitors.

In September of 2015, Dr. Michael E. Graham, a 1994 graduate of Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine (TUSPM), was elected to the Board of Visitors, the School’s governing entity.

Dr. Graham is the Founder and CEO of GraMedica, a global orthopedic foot solutions company, whose premier product, HyProCure, has been FDA cleared for more than 11 years. HyProCure is a titanium stent that is inserted between the ankle and heel bones to realign the hindfoot and is used by leading foot and ankle surgeons in nearly 60 countries.

In addition to working in private practice for 15 years, Dr. Graham is also the Founder and Director of Graham International Implant Institute. He has published over 20 scientific, peer-reviewed articles pertaining to podiatry and lectures and trains foot surgeons around the world, having presented to over 150 different audiences.

He is a member of seven organizations including the Michigan Podiatric Medical Association and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Dr. Graham is a professor at the Academy of Ambulatory Foot and Ankle Surgery and an honorary professor and congressman at The College of Mexican Orthopedic and Traumatology.

Dr. Graham joins 24 other alumni and professionals on the Board who provide direction and leadership to the school and its students by giving professional and valuable input to various programs and decisions, as well as work as a liaison between the school and its alumni.

 

 

 

THE VILLAGE VOICE ANNOUNCES INITIAL LINEUP FOR 4KNOTS MUSIC FESTIVAL

STEPHANIE LOUISE FREUND MAY 7, 2015

The Village Voice has announced the initial lineup for its fifth annual 4Knots Music Festival, being held on July 11, 2015 at Pier 84 in Hudson River Park from 1PM – 10PM, rain or shine. Mikal Cronin, Twin Peaks, Happyness, Meatbodies, and Heaters are scheduled to perform, plus more bands to be announced soon.

Working together with Friends of Hudson River Park, the festival will be located at Pier 84,their largest public pier, which features sweeping views of New York City and the Hudson River. For the first time, 4Knots Music Festival will be a ticketed show, offering low ticket prices with proceeds benefiting the Park.

“Friends of Hudson River Park is grateful for the support of The Village Voice’s 4Knots Music Festival, and we’re thrilled to be hosting the event in the Park this summer,” said Gregory Boroff, Executive Director of Friends of Hudson River Park. “Hudson River Park is a one-of-a-kind venue for music and live events, and we’re excited to give Park visitors and local community members an unforgettable afternoon of entertainment.”

This year’s 4Knots will feature two tiers of ticket options – General Admission tickets (all ages) ($25) and VIP tickets (21+) ($50). Kids under 10 are free with an adult. Presale tickets are officially on sale, with a $5 discount using the exclusive presale code: 4KNOTSFP.

PARLOUR TRICKS TO RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM BROKEN HEARTS/BONES

STEPHANIE LOUISE FREUND APRIL 16, 2015

The NYC-based indie-pop band PARLOUR TRICKS will be releasing their debut album, BROKEN HEARTS / BONES, via Bar/None Records on June 23rd, 2015. PARLOUR TRICKS has spent the last couple of years building a loyal fan base and wowing critics with their knockout three-part harmonies, lustrous melodies and chameleonic blend of pop and modern indie-rock that has been influenced by The Andrews Sisters and Vampire Weekend.

Lead singer and songwriter Lily Cato, bassist and synth player Brian Kesley, drummer Terry Moore and guitarist Angelo Spagnolo met in college and first played together on a whim when Cato decided to try her hand at songwriting. A few months later Cato asked Morgane Hollowell and Darah “DeeDee” Golub (also friends from college) to join when she realized that nearly every song she’d written was begging for three female voices. From there, the sextet has been inseparable.

As much as the band cares about creating evocative songs, they also want to ensure that each of their performances is a memorable experience for fans in other ways. “The music can speak for itself, but we want to offer something visually exciting in addition,” Cato says.  Matching clothing and synchronized dance moves might be as integral to a PARLOUR TRICKS show as the music but at the end of the day, making sure that everyone is having a blast both onstage and off is paramount to all six members.  Seeing as how the Village Voice named them 2014’s Best Pop Band in New York City, it seems like a mission accomplished.

Listen to some of their music here.

PARLOUR TRICKS will release BROKEN HEARTS / BONES on June 23, 2015 via Bar/None Records.

Track Listing:

1. Lovesongs
2. Gone
3. The Storm
4. Broken Hearts/Bones
5. Easy
6. Bukowski
7. Walk In The Park
8. Little Angel
9. When The Stars Went Out
10. Requiem

Tour Dates:

6.25            Mercury Lounge – CD RELEASE SHOW            New York, NY

6.26            Milkboy                                                                  Philadelphia, PA

6.30            Middle East (Upstairs)                                           Cambridge, MA