David Sword, BS, DPT, CCS, CEP, CSCS

David Sword 

Dr. David Sword holds both undergraduate and graduate degrees in Exercise Science and Physical Therapy. He received his Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in physical therapy from the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), and Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions. Dr. Sword served as a faculty member in the Division of Physical Therapy at MUSC for 23 years and has been the Senior Exercise Physiologist with the MUSC Weight Management Program for the past 20 years. His clinical practice has focused on cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, weight management, and health promotion. Dr. Sword holds the following certifications:

  1. Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Certified Specialist (CCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
  2. Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) through the American College of Sports Medicine
  3. Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association