Coury and Buehler Physical Therapy Orthopedic Residency Program

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We believe the purpose of CBPT is to fulfill a calling to positively impact the lives of our patients, our referral sources, and our staff physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. CBPT's goal as a company is to get our patients back to what they've been missing, because LIFE FEELS GOOD PAIN FREE! Learn more about our program here. Click here and learn how to join our team!

• Program application deadline: Rolling admission
• Program start date: Rolling admission
• Program duration: 12-15 months, full time
• Number of resident/fellow openings per cohort: 8
• Tuition cost: None

Program Website

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Main Contact 

Gillian Bantis, Program Coordinator
gfoley@cbphysicaltherapy.com
714-256-5074

• Is there a salary or stipend? Yes: $80,000 - $82,000/year.
• Are there benefits? Yes: PTO, healthcare, retirement.

• Is there housing assistance? No.

• Clinical site information: 
  • 9 locations throughout Orange County; sites include Brea, Irvine (Woodbridge and Sand Canyon), Newport, Orange, Tustin, Anaheim, Fountain Valley, and Lake Forest; 1 location in Riverside county: Moreno Valley; 17 total faculty.
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• Clinical mentorship information:
  • ONE-ON-ONE MENTORING: 2 hours/week; STRUCTURED CLINICAL MEETINGS: 1 hour/week; INDEPENDENT PATIENT CARE: 37 hours/week
     
• What is a distinguishing feature or selling point of your program?
  • Coury & Buehler Physical Therapy is an award-winning, thriving private practice with multiple locations throughout Orange County, CA. We are a team of caring individuals who are passionate about patient care and learning! Comprehensive curriculum taught by CBPT faculty through 11 small group weekend courses covering each region of the body. No Residency Fees.
     
• Is there the ability to work with a specialized population(s)?
  • Yes. Variety of specialized populations including dance, gymnasts, pediatrics, pelvic health and sports teams (collegiate and high school)

Faculty Spotlight

Spotlighted Faculty:

• What is your role within the program?
  "I am the Program Director. Previously I served as the Program Coordinator from 2019-2024. I have been a mentor since 2018."
   
• What separates this program from others like it?
  "We are the only orthopedic residency program in Southern California fully integrated within a private practice setting. Our diverse faculty brings a wealth of expertise, with certifications in areas such as SCS, Spinal Manipulative Therapy, Functional Manual Therapy, and Movement Links. This unique combination provides residents with exposure to a variety of patient care management models, enriching their learning experience." 
   
• Why do you think advanced orthopedic training through residency and fellowship is important?
  "Advanced orthopedic training (R/F) is important because it rapidly enhances the efficiency of early-career physical therapists through psychomotor training in advanced orthopedic techniques, as well as strengthening their clinical reasoning and decision-making abilities to manage a wide range of patient cases, from simple to highly complex. Residency training not only improves patient care and outcomes but also accelerates career growth and professional advancement for residents."
   
• Please share a little-known, fun fact that others may be surprised to learn about you.
  "I'm an avid hiker and my favorite hikes are the Tour du Mont Blanc in the Alps and hiking the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim."

Faculty Spotlight

Spotlighted Resident:

• What type of population are you working with at your program?
  "General orthopedics."
   
• Why did you select this program?
  "The mentorship structure is very tailored to individualized growth of the residents across different learning styles and access to various resources. Mentorship is one-on-one with observation, discussion, and practice to grow clinical reasoning and treatment skills, and there are small group sessions for skill workshops and courses. The company culture is one that is compassion-first and promotes patient-centered care through evidence-based practice and the continuation of a pursuit of excellence and growth." 
   
• Why did you pursue advanced orthopedic training through residency/fellowship?
  "By pursuing advanced training, I feel that I will be better equipped to provide patients with excellent care with current treatment approaches that are geared toward restoring function and quality of life. As a lifelong learner, it was a natural decision for me to seek this opportunity for ongoing learning, personal and professional growth, and self-reflection."
   
• How do you think residency/fellowship will change your career trajectory going forward?
  "I feel that having completed my training in residency, my increased proficiency as a clinician through clinical reasoning and treatment approaches will guide me in making meaningful, positive impacts on patient's lives. In my developing career, I look forward to applying my own learning and growth to roles in academia and clinical education. Whether it be through being a clinical instructor for physical therapy students, instructing residency or continuing education courses, contributing to research, or becoming a mentor myself, my goals are focused around improving patient's function and sharing my learning and experience with others." 
   
• Please share a little-known, fun fact that others may be surprised to learn about you.
  "I collect and save any greeting cards that I receive for birthdays, Christmas, celebrations, etc. from my loved ones, and really enjoy reading their handwritten messages back over the years."