This pharmacology textbook addresses a critical gap in physical therapy education by providing precisely what DPT students need—no more, no less. Unlike existing pharmacology texts that overwhelm students with excessive detail unsuitable for a one-hour course, this book focuses exclusively on pharmacological knowledge essential for physical therapy practice. Drawing from over 30 years of clinical experience in intensive care and infectious diseases, combined with direct teaching experience in DPT programs at Hardin-Simmons University, the content bridges the gap between comprehensive medical pharmacology and practical PT application.

The book's unique value extends beyond the text itself: It includes a complete turnkey educational package with a test bank, PowerPoint presentations for every chapter, and recorded lectures that allow any DPT program to implement a complete pharmacology course immediately. This comprehensive approach eliminates the burden on faculty to develop materials from scratch while ensuring students receive clinically relevant and appropriately scoped content. The text emphasizes drug effects on rehabilitation outcomes, patient safety considerations during physical therapy interventions, and recognition of adverse effects that may impact treatment—knowledge that is frequently overlooked in traditional pharmacology texts yet crucial for competent PT practice. Schools adopting this resource will gain a complete, ready-to-implement curriculum developed by an educator who understands both the clinical realities of pharmacotherapy and the specific educational needs of physical therapy students.

Gregory K. Perry, PharmD, BCPS, BCIDP

Pharmacology and Medical Therapeutics Professor at Hardin-Simmons University Masters of PA Program

Pharmacology Professor at Hardin-Simmons University DPT Program

PharmaCompass Education, LLC