Gwen Smith
About Gwen Smith
Gwen Smith is a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Azusa Pacific University. She has extensive experience in treating chronic pain, orthopedic conditions, and specializes in pregnancy rehabilitation and postpartum recovery.
Work at Hinge Health
Gwen Smith has been employed at Hinge Health as a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist since 2022. In this role, she focuses on providing specialized care for pelvic floor issues, integrating her extensive knowledge in physical therapy to support patients in their recovery journey. Her work involves developing personalized treatment plans that address individual needs, particularly in the areas of pregnancy rehabilitation and postpartum recovery.
Education and Expertise
Gwen Smith holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Azusa Pacific University, which she completed from 2015 to 2017. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Willamette University, where she studied Psychology, Spanish, and Sociology from 2007 to 2010. Additionally, she studied Spanish for 11 months at Universidad San Francisco de Quito in 2008. Her educational background supports her expertise in treating chronic pain, orthopedic conditions, and vestibular rehabilitation, particularly BPPV.
Background
Gwen Smith has a diverse professional background that includes various roles in physical therapy and customer service. Prior to her current position, she worked at Bridgetown Physical Therapy as a Physical Therapist from 2019 to 2022. She also gained experience at Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy, where she served as a Physical Therapist from 2017 to 2019 and as a Physical Therapy Aide from 2012 to 2013. Her early career included positions at Umpqua Bank and Airbnb, where she developed strong customer service skills.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Gwen Smith has developed a strong focus on patient education, particularly in movement and pain management. She advocates for reducing fear of pain among her patients, emphasizing the importance of understanding their conditions. Her experience working with athletes allows her to integrate injury prevention strategies into their training, further enhancing her contributions to the field of physical therapy.