Nicky V. Schmidt PT

Nicky Schmidt, PT, received her bachelor’s of science degree in Physical Therapy from Louisiana State University Medical Center. She is NDT trained in both pediatrics and adult hemiplegia and has been an active NDTA Coordinator-Instructor since 1985. Mrs. Schmidt has taught NDTA introductory, basic, and advanced courses throughout the United States, Canada and internationally for 30 years. During her 39 years of clinical practice she has worked as a clinical neuro specialist in a broad spectrum of healthcare settings including acute care hospitals, short-term rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, home health and private practice. Nicky was an Associate Clinical Professor at LSU Medical Center in the 1980’s, is a past member of the NDTA Curriculum Committee, and past board member and Instructor Group Chair of NDTA. Currently, Ms. Schmidt is in private practice in the New Orleans area where she specializes in consultation for and treatment of adult and pediatric clients with diagnoses of stroke, brain injury and cerebral palsy.