Ann Franz, PT, PhD, CSCS

Professor Physical Therapy

Office: HS119

Phone: 262.243.4440

Education: B.S.-PHM University of Wisconsin-Madison, PhD., Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

Professional Interest:  Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, Developmental Biology

Ann Franz received her Bachelor of Science and Physical Therapy degrees at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and her PhD in Cell Biology and Anatomy from the Medical College of Wisconsin with a focus in developmental biology. Her research interests stem from post-doctoral training in the areas of protein characterization and early embryonic heart development.  Dr. Franz teaches Human Physiology to pre-Physical Therapy students.  In the professional DPT and post-professional DPT programs she teaches courses in pathophysiology, pharmacology, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, and acute care.  She also serves as advisor to students. Her clinical experiences have included acute care, out-patient orthopedics, SNFs, and home care, with current clinical practice time spent in the acute care hospital setting.

Why did I choose to become A Physical Therapist? To work closely with other health care professionals in making a difference in the lives of people in need.   Why should you choose CUW? As a student in the Physical Therapy program you will have the opportunity for clinical experiences early in the curriculum.