Kathryn Shyu PT, DPT, MS

Dr. Kathryn Shyu is a highly accomplished physical therapist with over a decade of clinical expertise dedicated to elevating women’s healthcare across every stage of life. She earned both her Master’s and Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the MGH Institute of Health Professions (Mass General Brigham) after completing her Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Medicine at Kaohsiung Medical University. Specializing in women’s pelvic health, post-surgical recovery, and geriatrics, Dr. Shyu brings an extensive background to her practice inside the Virginia Women’s Center.

Dr. Shyu’s career spans a diverse spectrum of clinical settings, including hospital-based acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient clinics, home health, and private consulting. She possesses deep clinical experience in specialized hospital settings, delivering targeted care across antepartum, labor & delivery, and postpartum women’s health.

A dedicated specialist in obstetric and pelvic floor rehabilitation, Dr. Shyu holds advanced professional credentials from the American Physical Therapy Association, including the Certificate of Achievement in Obstetric Physical Therapy (CAPP-OB) and CAPP-Pelvic Floor certification. She utilizes these specialized treatment modalities to provide comprehensive, evidence-based physical therapy tailored specifically to complex pelvic and perinatal conditions.

Her practice is grounded in empowering women with the physical strength, education, and advocacy needed to navigate life’s transitions—from pregnancy and delivery to postpartum recovery and beyond. She believes in equipping patients with a clear understanding of their anatomical changes and functional movement patterns, delivering compassionate care that honors the physical, emotional, and psychological journey of every individual.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Shyu is the proud mother of three grown children—one attending Virginia Commonwealth University and two in high school. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, cooking, and spending quality time with her family.