Dr. Chad Cook

Professor

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Biography

Chad E. Cook is a clinical researcher and physical therapist specializing in orthopedic examination and treatment. He serves as the Director of Clinical Facilitation Research at Duke University's Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and is also the Director of the Duke Center of Excellence in Manual and Manipulative Therapy. Cook has authored and co-authored textbooks and has published over 350 peer-reviewed manuscripts, sharing his expertise through international lectures. His research interests lie primarily in the examination and conservative or surgical treatment of orthopedic-related conditions. He has contributed significantly to the field of physical therapy, specifically in manual therapy, and has been recognized with multiple awards for his teaching excellence and contributions to healthcare. He holds degrees in Physical Therapy, Consumer Economics, and Business Management, alongside a certification in Chronic Pain Management.

Research Interests

Experience

Director Clinical Facilitation Research

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Leading clinical research and development in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Director

— Present

Duke Center of Excellence in Manual and Manipulative Therapy • Durham, NC

Overseeing research and clinical practices in manual and manipulative therapy.

Awards

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Catherine Worthingham Fellow

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Pauline Cerasoli Lecturer

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Dorothy E. Baethke - Eleanor J. Carlin Award for Excellence in Academic Teaching

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Williams Evans Research Fellow

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)