Elise Layton Townsend, DPT, PhD, PCS
Physical Therapist
- Specialties & Programs
- Physical Therapy
- Neuromuscular Service
- Clinical Interests
- Neuro-pediatrics
- Early intervention
- Cognition
- Health-related quality of life
- Locations
- Boston: Pediatric Neuromuscular Clinic
- Boston: MGH Institute of Health Professions
- Education & Training
- MPT, Emory University
- DPT, MGH Institute of Health Professions
- PhD, Child Psychology, University of Minnesota
- Board Certifications
- Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy, American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (Board Certified)
- Gender
- Female
- Patient Age Group
- Pediatric
Team Approach 
At MassGeneral Hospital for Children, members of the patient's care team work together to provide coordinated, multidisciplinary treatment.
Excellence in Nursing
Our nurses were first in the state to obtain Magnet recognition, and are committed to providing the best possible care for children and families.
