Nicole Dugan
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist (PT)
Member Since: 1994
Professional Bio
Nicole L. Dugan, PT, DPT, MSOD, CLT, WCS - graduated from Temple University Master and Doctor of Physical Therapy program in 1997 and 2003, respectively. She is an APTA board certified Women’s Clinical Specialist. She has developed and mentored in Pelvic Health, Lymphedema and Cancer Rehabilitation program and developed a Women’s Health Residency program. Her current treatment focus is in pelvic health to service all gender patients, (adolescent to geriatric), with a wide range of pelvic related dysfunctions. She has participated in multiple NIH funded research studies focused on implementing physical therapy rehabilitation interventions. She co-authored a number of research articles and a book chapter. Nicole is an invited speaker for multidisciplinary local and international conferences, is adjunct faculty in Doctor or Physical Therapy, Medical and Nursing programs, as well as a primary instructor for the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute. Her professional service includes co-founding Philadelphia Regional Pelvic Therapy Alliance and medical mission work in Jamaica with Medicine in Action. When not working or teaching, Nicole enjoys travel, running marathons, golf, and spending time with her family.
Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Women, Men, Transgender men
Pregnancy & Postpartum, Diastasis Rectus Abdominus (DRA), Male Pelvic Health, Transgender Pelvic Health, Pelvic Oncology, Sexual Health, Trauma Informed Care, Pelvic Pain
Nicole has 25+ years of experience and her treatment focus is in pelvic health to service all gender patients, from adolescent to geriatric. She works with a wide range of pelvic related dysfunctions, some including (but not limited to): bladder pain and incontinence, prolapse, bowel dysfunction, pelvic/ abdominal pain conditions, oncology rehabilitation, and return to sport. Jefferson Health is hospital-based practice providing evidence-based care. Most major insurance plans are accepted.