Emilia Kubera Shelton, DPT
About Emilia Kubera-Shelton
Emilia Kubera-Shelton is a well-experienced Doctor of Physical Therapy with a passion for outpatient care at the Bowie location of Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Center. She started her career at UNLV in Las Vegas, Nevada, obtaining a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and a Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.
Emilia has treated patients ages 5 to 95, utilizing the McKenzie Method and her advanced manual therapy skills to do so. She is a certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with a special interest in impairments of the foot, ankle, spine, and shoulders and has provided care for patients with a multitude of diagnoses including neurological, orthopedic, cardiovascular, and respiratory conditions.
Her expertise also includes a focus on orthopedic conditions, debility, rehabilitation after surgeries as well as balance disorders, fall prevention, and chronic conditions.
Outside of treating patients, Emilia loves teaching students and is a certified clinical instructor. She really loves her job and is looking forward to making long-lasting relationships with patients as well.
"I really love my job and look forward to making long-lasting relationships with patients. There's nothing more rewarding than helping people of all ages regain their function and improve their quality of life."
Education & Credentials
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) - University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)
- Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)
- Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
- Certified Clinical Instructor
- Advanced Training in McKenzie Method
- Expertise in Manual Therapy Techniques
Areas of Expertise
- Orthopedic Physical Therapy
- McKenzie Method
- Advanced Manual Therapy
- Foot and Ankle Impairments
- Spinal Conditions
- Shoulder Rehabilitation
- Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
- Balance Disorders and Fall Prevention
- Chronic Condition Management
- Pediatric to Geriatric Care (Ages 5-95)
- Neurological Conditions
- Cardiovascular Rehabilitation
- Respiratory Conditions
Treatment Philosophy
Dr. Shelton believes in creating personalized treatment plans that combine evidence-based techniques like the McKenzie Method with advanced manual therapy to address each patient's unique needs. She is passionate about building long-term relationships with her patients and helping people of all ages achieve their functional goals.
Additional Roles & Interests
Outside of treating patients, Dr. Shelton serves as a certified clinical instructor, mentoring the next generation of physical therapists. She is deeply committed to both patient care and professional education.
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