Julie Agbasi, PT, DPT

Julie Agbasi, PT, DPT, is an experienced Acute Care Physical Therapist with 19 years of dedicated practice across ICU, step-down, surgical, and cardiothoracic units. Known for her strong clinical judgment, patient advocacy, and compassionate bedside manner, she provides high-quality care to medically complex and post-surgical patients. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Julie ensures effective communication with diverse patient populations, enhancing adherence to therapy and improving outcomes.

Julie has extensive expertise in acute and intensive care rehabilitation, including management of LVAD and ECMO patients, early mobility programs, and complex post-surgical care. She is skilled at conducting comprehensive evaluations, designing individualized treatment plans, and educating patients and families on safe mobility, weight-bearing precautions, and postoperative care. Her ability to rapidly adapt to new clinical technologies and device protocols ensures her patients receive evidence-based, cutting-edge care.

Throughout her career, Julie has served as a mentor and clinical instructor to Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students, fostering clinical reasoning, patient advocacy, and interprofessional collaboration. She has supervised physical therapy assistants, collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams, and led in-service trainings for nursing staff on safe patient handling and body mechanics, promoting workplace safety and optimal patient outcomes.

Julie has held positions at Mount Auburn Hospital in Cambridge, MA, and Framingham Union Hospital, where she provided individualized PT interventions, guided postoperative and cardiac care patients, and participated in multidisciplinary rounds to optimize care and discharge planning. Her leadership and advocacy skills have consistently supported both patient-centered care and professional development within her teams.

Julie earned her Master of Science in Physical Therapy from The George Washington University and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. She is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Society of Critical Care Medicine and holds current ACLS certification through the American Heart Association. Experienced in documentation software including CERNER, EPIC, and Meditec, Julie combines clinical expertise, mentorship, and technology proficiency to deliver exceptional acute care rehabilitation.

• Master of Science in Physical Therapy – The George Washington University, Washington, DC (2006)
• Bachelor of Science in Biology – Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY (1998)

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
• AHA ACLS Provider
• Clinical Instructor Certification

• American Physical Therapy Association
• Society for Critical Care Medicine