About

Dr. Mike Studer has been a physical therapist (PT) since 1991 and a clinical specialist in neuro since 1995. Dr. Studer was the founder and operator of Northwest Rehabilitation Associates in Oregon for 18 years and is now a co-founder and co-owner of Spark Rehabilitation and Wellness in Bend, Oregon. He is an adjunct professor at Touro University and has an additional appointment at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Dr. Studer assists the University of Southern California-led national network of neurologic PT residencies (Neuroconsortium) as well.

Dr. Studer was recognised as the 2011 Clinician of the Year in the Neurologic and (in 2014) the Geriatric Academies of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). He is well-travelled, presenting invited lectures in all 50 US states and 14 countries across five continents. Dr. Studer received the highest honour available in PT in 2020, being distinguished as a Fellow of the APTA. Dr. Studer has authored over 45 articles and seven book chapters, and is a consultant to multiple professional and sponsored athletes. Most recently, Mike authored The Brain That Chooses Itself, a practical and applications-based guide to increasing both healthspan and lifespan for laypersons and medical professionals alike.