Preeti Deshpande Oza, PT, PhD, NCS earned a bachelor of science in physiotherapy and a master of science in physiotherapy from University of Mumbai. She earned a doctor of philosophy in physical therapy and rehabilitation science from The University of Iowa in 2007. She completed a clinical residency in neurologic physical therapy at Kaiser Permanente in Redwood City, California in 2013. Before coming to Pacific, Dr. Oza taught neurological physical therapy and coordinated the doctor of physical therapy program at California State University, Fresno. Dr. Oza joined the Pacific faculty in 2013. 

Dr. Oza's area of expertise is neuromuscular physical therapy. She hopes that upon completing her courses students will have a better understanding of the cognitive, emotional and physical challenges faced by individuals with neurological disorders. Dr. Oza has earned both a Neurologic Physical Therapy Specialization Certificate from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties and a Credentialed Clinical Instructor Certification from the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Dr. Oza is a member of the APTA and the All India Association of Physiotherapists.  

What Dr. Oza loves about teaching at Pacific is that it is a never-ending journey of personal and professional development. She also appreciates the opportunity to meet inspiring people, have fun in the classroom and share her clinical experiences with her future colleagues. One of her on-going goals is to offer students opportunities to participate in clinical research. She believes that through research students can contribute to the scientific knowledge of the physical therapy profession, as well as develop an attitude of discovery and life-long learning. Dr. Oza finds inspiration in new ideas, especially when working collaboratively. She is grateful for all of her teachers, each of whom has made an impact on her career.  

Dr. Oza is actively involved in her community. She volunteers at a wellness clinic and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute in Stockton. She is also involved with Parkinson's support groups in Stockton, Lodi and Pleasanton. In addition, Dr. Oza works with children's programs organized by the Livermore Public Library.