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The University carefully chooses faculty who are educators and practitioners with proven ability to provide students with a meaningful and exciting educational experience relevant to clinical practice. All members of the faculty possess a mastery of their field and a practical hands-on approach to their specialty. The University is proud of its faculty, their strengths and diversity, as well as their commitment to the mission of the University.

Faculty location designations are as follows:

• CASM - San Marcos, California campus
• FLSA - St. Augustine, Florida campus
• FLMI - Miami, Florida, campus
• TXAU - Austin, Texas campus
• TXDA - Dallas, Texas campus
• DE - Distance Education

Anas Ababneh, MSc, PhD, Assistant Professor – TXAU
PhD Texas Woman’s University – Physical Therapy
MS New York Institute of Technology – Physical Therapy
BS Hashemite University – Physical Therapy

John Abt, PhD, ATC, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
BS University of Pittsburgh – Movement Science
MS University of Pittsburgh – Sports Medicine
PhD University of Pittsburgh – Rehabilitation Science

Jacqueline Achon, OTD, MS, OTR/L, CSRS, CFPS Instructor – FLMI
BA Florida International University – Psychology
MSOT Florida International University  
OTD Chatham University – Post Professional Occupational Therapy

Vibhor Agrawal, Associate Professor – FLMI
BS University of Bombay, Mumbai, India – Biomedical Engineering
MS University of Toledo – Biomechanics
PhD University of Miami – Biomechanics

Sunddip Aguilar, Program Director, EdD, Associate Professor – DE, FLSA
BSc Simon Fraser University – Biology
BEd University of British Columbia – Curriculum & Instruction
MEd University of Phoenix – Secondary Education
EdD University of Phoenix – Leadership & Administration

Aatifa Ahmed, SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BS Illinois State University – Speech-Language Pathology
MS Illinois State University – Speech-Language Pathology

Mansoor Alameri, PT, MPT, PhD, ACCE, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS October Sixth University – Physical Therapy
MS Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy
PhD Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy

Halah Alateeq, PhD., CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS King Saud University – Speech and Hearing Science
MS Texas A&M University Kingsville – Communication Sciences and Disorders
PhD Arizona State University – Speech and Hearing Science

Amanda Lee Allen, DNP, CRNP, FNP-C, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN Southeastern Louisiana University – Nursing
MSN University of South Alabama – Family Nurse Practitioner
DNP Troy University – Nursing

Faris Alshammari, PT, PhD, MPT, Associate Professor – CASM
BSc Hashemite University – Physical Therapy
MPT Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy
PhD Loma Linda University – Rehabilitation Science

Kefah M. Alshebber, MS, PT, PhD, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS King Saud University – Rehab Sciences/Physical Therapy
MS University of Pittsburgh – Neuromuscular Rehabilitation Sciences
PhD University of Pittsburgh – Rehabilitation Sciences

Rocio Alvarenga, EdD, OTR, Assistant Professor – TXDA
AAS San Antonio College – Graphic Design Interactive
BS University of Texas at Austin – Human Development and Family Sciences
MOT University of Texas at El Paso
EdD University of Texas at El Paso – Educational Leadership & Administration

Aldo Alvarez Jr., MS, LCPO, Contributing Faculty – FLMI
BS University of Miami – Microbiology
MS University of Miami – Sports Medicine
CPO Northwestern University – Prosthetics and Orthotics

Brent Anderson, PhD, Assistant Professor – FLMI
BS California State University Northridge – Health Sciences
BS/Post BS Certificate University of California San Francisco – Physical Therapy
PhD University of Miami – Physical Therapy 

Hazel Anderson, PT, DPT, cert. MDT, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BSc Glasgow Caledonian University – Physiotherapy
DPT Texas Tech University 

Catherine Andrea, PT, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BS Ohio University – Biology/Pre-medicine
MPT Cleveland State University – Physical Therapy

Rebecca Askew PT, MPT, NCS, Contributing Faculty – CASM Flex
BA San Francisco State University – Pre-Physical Therapy
MPT Samuel Merritt College – Physical Therapy

Gladys Asomani, DNP, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN American International College – Nursing
MSN Texas Woman’s University – Family Nurse Practitioner
DNP Texas Woman’s University – Nursing

Mohammed Ata, PT, DPT, PhD, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BS Cairo University, Egypt – Physical Therapy
MSc Cairo University, Egypt – Physical Therapy
PhD Cairo University, Egypt – Physical Therapy

Darryn Atkinson, PT, PhD, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS Harding University – Exercise Science
MPT University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center – Physical Therapy
MS University of Louisville – Anatomical Sciences and Neurobiology
PhD University of Louisville – Anatomical Sciences and Neurobiology

Sherman Auyeung, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS San Francisco State University – Kinesiology
DPT Samuel Merritt University

Devon A. Ayres, OTD, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS University of California, San Diego – Animal Physiology and Neuroscience
BA University of California, San Diego – Religion
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Monique Aylor, CCC-SLP, Clinical Coordinator – TXAU
BA San Francisco State University – Communicative Disorders
MS Chapman University – Communication Sciences and Disorders

Karen Bakuzonis, PhD, MS, RHIA, CPHI, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BS Daemen College – Medical Records
MS Virginia Commonwealth University – Healthcare Administration
PhD University of Florida – Higher Education

Bindu Balakrishnan, MSc, PhD, Assistant Professor – CASM
BSc Mangalore University – Microbiology/Zoology/Chemistry
MSc Manipal Academy of Higher Education – Medical Physiology 
PhD National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences – Neurophysiology

Meher Banajee, PhD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
BS Topiwala National Medical College – Speech Therapy and Audiology
MS All India Institute of Speech and Hearing – Speech Pathology and Audiology
PhD Louisiana State University – Communication Disorders

Elizabeth Barnes, OTR/L, Instructor – CASM
BS California State University of Long Beach – Kinesiology
MOT University of Southern California

Kristen Barta, PT, DPT, PhD, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BS Texas A&M University – Biomedical Science
MS Texas Woman’s University – Physical Therapy
DPT Boston University 
PhD Texas Woman’s University – Physical Therapy

Pamela Bayliss, PT, ACCE, Director of Clinical Education – FLSA Flex
BSPT Medical College of Virginia – Physical Therapy
MS Old Dominion University – Community Health Education
DPT Simmons College

Claribel Bayona, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor, Assistant Academic Program Director – FLMI
BA State University of New York at Buffalo – Anthropology
BS Stony Brook University – Occupational Therapy
OTD Quinnipiac University

Mark Bautista, PT, DPT, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS San Diego State University Kinesiology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Bradley M. Beauvais, PhD, MBA, FACHE, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BS Colorado State University – Agricultural Business
MA University of Oklahoma – Economics
MBA, Colorado State University
PhD, Pennsylvania State University – Health Policy and Administration

Katie Bell, OTD, OTR/L, CBIS, Instructor – CASM
BS University of California San Diego – Cognitive Science
MA University of Southern California – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of Southern California

Norman C. Belleza, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS Loma Linda University – Life Sciences
MS Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy
DPT Temple University
MS Walden University – Philosophy

Erin Benear, AuD, CCC-A, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BS University of Central Oklahoma – Speech-Language Pathology
AuD University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center – Communication Sciences and Disorders

Elizabeth Bergman, PT, Contributing Faculty – DE, TXAU
BS University of Wisconsin-Madison – Biology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Christina Bertran, OTD, OTR/L, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator – FLMI
BS University of Florida – Psychology
MOT Florida International University
DrOT Boston University 

William Besselink, PT, DPT, Associate Professor – TXAU
BS Queen’s University – Physical Therapy
Graduate Certificate University of Florida – Medical Human Anatomy
DPT College of St. Scholastica
PhD Walden University – Education

Edward W. Bezkor PT, DPT, OCS, Assistant Professor – CASM
MS Springfield College – Physical Therapy
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Sue Ellen Bingham, PhD, RN, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN University of South Alabama – Nursing
MSN University of South Alabama – Community Mental Health/Nursing Education
PhD University of Alabama/Birmingham – Community Health/Consultation

Fabian Bizama, PT, MPT, PhD, Assistant Professor, Assistant Program Director – TXAU
BS Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy
MPT Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy
PhD Texas Woman’s University – Physical Therapy

Elise Bjork, PT, DPT, SCS, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS University of Texas at Austin – Biochemistry
DPT Texas Woman’s University Houston

Angela Labrie Blackwell, PhD, OTR, Associate Professor, Doctoral Coordinator – TXAU
BS University of Kansas – Occupational Therapy
MS University of Illinois at Chicago – Occupational Therapy
PhD University of Kansas – Therapeutic Science

Tyler Bludau, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BS Southwestern University – Kinesiology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Scienices

Yvonne Body, PT, MHSc, DHSc, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS/BA Mount St. Mary’s University – Physical Therapy/Psychology
MHSc Nova Southeastern University – Health Sciences – Higher Education
DHSc Nova Southeastern University – Education in Health Care Professionals

Kristina Bohm, FNP, BSN, RN, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN Allen College – Nursing
MSN University of St. Francis – Family Nurse Practitioner
DNP Minnesota State University – Nursing

Jeff Bolles, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BS College at Cortland – Exercise Physiology
MA University of North Carolina – Exercise Physiology
MBA University of North Carolina at Pembroke – Financial Services
PhD Texas Woman’s University – Community Health

Claude Alexander Bonhomme, PT, DPT, DSc, Assistant Professor – TXDA
BS University of Florida – Biology
DPT University of Florida 
DSc Andrews University – Doctor of Science

Aaron Bonsall, PhD, MSOT, OTR/L, Associate Professor – CASM
BS University of Utah – Psychology
MS Temple University – Occupational Therapy
PhD University of Southern California – Occupational Science

Nicole Booher, MOT, OTR, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator – TXAU
BS University of New Mexico – Exercise Science
MOT Texas Tech Health Sciences Center

Nicole Borman, PT, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BS U.S. Air Force Academy – Operations Research Engineering
BSPT University of New Mexico – Physical Therapy
MS Texas Woman’s University – Physical Therapy
PhD Texas Woman’s University – Physical Therapy

Laura Bostock, MOT, OTR/L, Instructor – CASM
BA Pepperdine University – Industrial/Organizational Psychology
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Occupational Therapy

Caitlin Boyd, MOT, OTR, CBIS, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and Instructor – TXDA
BS University of Missouri-Columbia – Pre-Occupational Therapy Studies
MS University of Missouri-Columbia – Occupational Therapy 

LaKeisa Boykin, OTR/L, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BS Florida A&M University – Occupational Therapy
MHA Master of Healthcare Administration & Business – Healthcare & Business
DHSc Nova Southeastern University – Health Science

Mary Brann, DNP RN Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN University of Nevada, Las Vegas – Nursing
MSN Touro University Nevada – Nursing
DNP Touro University Nevada – Nurse Executive/Leadership

Jonathan Bray, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – FLMI
BS Quinnipiac University – Health Sciences
MS Quinnipiac University – Physical Therapy
DPT Utica College

Denny Brent, PT, ScD, FAAOMPT, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS University of North Texas – Criminal Justice
DPT Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
ScD Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center – Physical Therapy

Sean Brim, OTD, OTR/L, CEAS, Assistant Professor – FLMI
BS University of Florida – Physiology and Kinesiology
MOT Florida International University
OTD Eastern Kentucky University

Julie Brinzo, DNP, Contributing Faculty – DE
BSN Texas Tech University
MBA Wayland Baptist University
MS Texas Woman’s University – FNP
DNP Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Kaelee Brockway, PT, DPT, Instructor, – TXDA
BA Grand Valley State University – Health Sciences
DPT Grand Valley State University

Amber Brown, PT, DPT, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
BA Washington University St. Louis – Social Science
DPT Tennessee State University

Kim Broussard, PhD, OTD, MSW, OTR Instructor – TXDA
BA Louisiana State University - Psychology
MSW Louisiana State University - Clinical Social Work
MOT Texas Woman’s University
OTD Texas Woman’s University
PhD Texas Woman’s University – Occupational Therapy

Merlendi Brown, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN Texas Tech University – Nursing
MSN George Washington University – Family Nurse Practitioner
DNP Texas A&M University Corpus Christi – Nursing

Nichel Brunder, OTD, OTR/L, CLT, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, Instructor – FLSA
BA Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University – Health Science in Occupation and Wellness  
MOT Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
OTD Rocky Mountain University

Tami Buck, PhD, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BA McGill University – Humanistic Studies
MSOT Virginia Commonwealth University – Occupational Therapy
PhD Nova Southeastern University – Occupational Therapy

Adrian Bueno, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
BS Texas Woman’s University – Psychology
MOT Texas Woman’s University

Laurie Bulus, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – FLSA 
BS Kean University – Occupational Therapy

Macy Burr, OTD, OTR/L, CAS, Instructor – CASM
BS Western Washington University – Kinesiology/Psychology
MS Stanbridge University – Occupational Therapy
PPOTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Cathy Busby, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Appalachian University – Physical Education
MAT University of North Carolina – Physical Education
MS Duke University – Physical Therapy

Heather Bushnell, PT, Instructor – FLSA
BA University of Colorado
MS University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Physical Therapy
tDPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Shawna Butler, DNP, JD, RN, CPHRM, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN University of Massachusetts – Nursing
JD Suffolk University Law School
DNP University of Massachusetts – Nursing

Eilish Byrne, Assistant Professor – CASM
BA University of Pennsylvania – Biological Behavior
MS Widener University – Physical Therapy
DSc Rocky Mountain University – Neurology

Tiffany Bystra, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BS Western Michigan University – Interdisciplinary Health Services
MS Western Michigan University – Occupational Therapy

Kelli Cabrera, OTD, OTR/L, CHT, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BA Bay Path University – Liberal Arts
MS Bay Path University – Occupational Therapy
OTD Bay Path University

Meredith Cadra (Parry), EdD, ATC, LAT, CSCS, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BS Barry University – Athletic Training
MS Barry University – Movement Science
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Christopher Cale, PhD, MEd, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS California State University-Sacramento
MS California State University-Sacramento
MEd University of South Florida
PhD University of South Florida

Ashley Campbell, PT, DPT, Instructor – TXAU
BS Texas Lutheran University – Psychology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

John Campbell, PhD, MS, MBA, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
BS Oklahoma State University – Zoology
MS University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center – Speech-Language Pathology
MBA University of Central Oklahoma – Business
PhD University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center – Anatomical Sciences

Derrick Campbell, PT, DPT, ScD, ACCE, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS State University of New York – Biological Sciences
BSPT State University of New York – Physical Therapy
DPT A.T. Still University 
ScD Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center – Physical Therapy

Robert Cantu, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS University of Texas Medical Branch – Physical Therapy
MMS Emory University – Physical Therapy
MBA Kennesaw State University – Business
EdD Nova Southeastern University

Helen Carey, PhD, OTR/L, Associate Professor, OT Program Director – FLSA
Diploma Liverpool University – Occupational Therapy 
MSc Plymouth University – Occupational Therapy
PhD University of Wales
PG Certificate Glyndwr University – Prof Dev/Higher Education

Sarah Cartwright, DNP, MSN-PH, BAM, RN-BC, CAPA, FASPAN, Associate Professor – DE, FLSA
AAS Jefferson Community College – Nursing
BA American Public University – Management
MSN Grand Canyon University – Nursing
DNP Grand Canyon University – Nursing 

Mary Casper, MA, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
BA University of Iowa – Speech and Hearing Science
MA Kansas State University – Speech Pathology and Audiology

Fernando Castillo, PT, DPT, PhD, Assistant Professor – TXDA
BS University of Arkansas – Biology
DPT – University of Central Arkansas – Physical Therapy
PhD – University of Central Arkansas – Physical Therapy

Deborah Chamberlain, PT, DPT, DHS, Contributing Faculty – FLSA Flex
BS University of Vermont – Physical Therapy
MHS University of Indianapolis – Physical Therapy
DPT Franklin Pierce University – Physical Therapy
DHS University of Indianapolis – Physical Therapy

Lisa A. Chase, PT, PhD, Associate Professor – FLSA
BA Furman University – Health and Physical Education
MPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Physical Therapy
MA University of North Carolina – Exercise Physiology
PhD Arizona State University – Curriculum and Instruction 

Christine Childers, PT, PhD, Associate Professor, Contributing Faculty
BSc University of East Anglia – Physiotherapy
MS University of Utah – Gerontology
PhD Walden University – Health Psychology

Maya Clark, PhD, CCC-SLP, Associate Professor, TXAU
BA University of Mississippi – Communicative Disorders
MA University of Memphis – Audiology & Speech Pathology
PhD University of Texas at Austin – Communication Sciences and Disorders

Teka Clark, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BS University of North Florida – Exercise Science
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Demetrius R. Collins, PT, DPT, ScD, LAT, COMT, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS Abilene Christian University – Exercise Science
DPT Hardin Simmons University 
ScD Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center – Physical Therapy

Andrew Concors, PT, DPT, Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education – CASM
BS University of Michigan
Cert University of Michigan – Physical Therapy
MBA Troy University
DPT University of Montana

Emily Cohen, CCC-SLP, Residency Clinical Facilitator – TXAU
BA Indiana University Bloomington – Special Education and Teaching
MA Eastern Michigan University – Speech-Language Pathology

Ellen (Ellie) Cooper, MS, CCC-SLP, LSLS, Cert. AVT, Assistant Professor – TXDA
BS University of Arkansas – Communicatoin Disorders
MS-SLP Fontbonne University

Cody Cox, OTD, M.Ed., OTR/L, Assistant Professor – FLMI
BS University of Florida – Occupational Therapy
MEd Florida Atlantic University – Education
OTD South University

Zoe Crawford, PT, DPT, Affiliated Faculty – TXAU
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
BS Houston Baptist University – Business

Heidi Crocker, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BA University of Kentucky – Chemistry
DC Logan University – Chiropractic
MA University of Louisville – Education
EdD Western Kentucky University

Jennifer Crowder, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BS East Tennessee State University – Exercise Science
MS Virginia Commonwealth University – Occupational Therapy
DS University of Oklahoma – Rehabilitation Sciences

Catherine Daniel, MOT, OTR,  Academic Fieldwork Coordinator – TXAU
AS Amarillo College – Occupational Therapy
BS University of Phoenix – Healthcare Administration
MOT Western New Mexico University

Matthew Daugherty, PT, DPT, OTR/L, MOT, DBA, Associate Professor – FLSA
BEd University of Akron – Exercise Physiology
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
DBA Walden University – Business

Bandi Davini, APRN, BLS, ACLS, Contributing Faculty – DE
DNP University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
MSN South University
BSN Broward College
ADN Becker College

Jessica De Brun, OTD, MOT, OTR/L, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS Loma Linda University – Health Science
MOT Loma Linda University
PPOTD Loma Linda University

Rosie DeFeo, PT, DPT, EdD, Assistant Professor – FLMI
BS Quinnipiac University – Health Sciences
DPT Quinnipiac University
EdD University of New England – Educational Leadership

Dionne DeGrande, RRT, Contributing Faculty-DE, FLSA
BS University of Central Florida – Cardiopulmonary Sciences
MS University of Central Florida – Health Service Administration

Elizabeth DeLuca-Berg, OTD, OTR, CAPS, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS Quinnipiac University – Health Science
MS Quinnipiac University – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of St Augustine for Health Sciences 

Kristen Demers, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS Texas A & M University – Kinesiology
DPT Washington University St. Louis 

Kathryn Devera, OTR/L, CHT, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS University of California, Los Angeles – Psychobiology
MAOT University of Southern California 

Todd Dickman, DPT, Instructor – CASM
BS California State University-Long Beach – Physiology
BS California State University-Long Beach – Physical Therapy
MDiv Nazarene Theological Seminary – Theology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Megan K Dickerson, DPT, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS Lehigh University – Psychology
DPT University of St Augustine for Health Sciences

Sylvia Diehl, PhD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
MS University of South Florida – Speech-Language Pathology
EdS University of South Florida – Reading and Learning Disabilities
PhD University of South Florida – Curriculum and Instruction

Jennie Linn DiGrado, OTD, OTR/L, C/NDT, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS Colorado State University – Occupational Therapy & Neurobiology
OTD Creighton University 

Julia Dilliard, DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, FNP-C, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BS Southern Illinois University – Music Education
MSN South Illinois University – Family Nurse Practitioner
DNP Texas Woman’s University – Nursing

Heather Disney, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS San Diego State University – Kinesiology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Kristin Domville, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator – FLMI
BA Florida Atlantic University – Elementary Education
MOT Nova Southeastern University 
DrOT Nova Southeastern University

Joseph Donnelly, PT, DHSc, FAPTA, Professor – FLMI
BS Daemen College – Physical Therapy
MS University of Pittsburgh – Orthopedic Physical Therapy
DHsc University of Indianapolis - Orthopedic Physical Therapy

Neila Donovan, PhD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
BGS University of Kansas – Speech Pathology, Minor in Audiology
MA University of Kansas – Speech-Language Pathology
PhD University of Florida – Rehabilitation Science, Communication, and Swallowing Neuroscience

Vanisha Doolabh-Black, OTR, MOT, IMC, IASTCM, Faculty Lab Instructor – TXDA
AA Texarkana College
BS Texas Woman’s University – Child Development
MOT Texas Woman’s University 

Marcio Dos Santos, PT, PhD, Associate Professor – FLMI
BS Londrina State University, Brazil – Physical Therapy
MSc Campinas State University, Brazil – Physiology 
PhD University of Kansas Medical Center – Rehabilitation Science 
Fellow University of Illinois at Chicago – Motor Control 

Kasey Drayton, DPT – Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BS Boston University – Exercise Physiology
DPT Duke University

Janice Dunlap, DNP, AGPCNP-BC, ACNS-BC, RN, Assistant Professor – DE, FLSA
BSN Northern Illinois – Nursing
MSN Governor’s State University – Clinical Nurse Specialist
Post-Graduate Certification University of Massachusetts – Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
DNP Troy University – Nursing

Natonya Early, MSPT, PhD, Assistant Professor – FLSA Flex
MSPT Florida International University – Physical Therapy
PhD Nova Southeastern University – Physical Therapy

Thomas Eberle, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – FLMI
MSPT D’Youville College – Physical Therapy
DPT D’Youville College

Christopher Ebner, MS, OTR/L, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS University of Alabama at Birmingham – Psychology
MS University of Alabama at Birmingham – Occupational Therapy

Neva Eide-Corazon, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – FLMI
BS South Dakota State University – Physical Education
MS Florida International University – Occupational Therapy

Megan Edge, MS, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BS Texas State University – Communication Disorders
MS Texas State University – Communication Disorders

David Edwards, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Wheeling Jesuit University – Respiratory Therapy
DPT Wheeling Jesuit University

Leonard Elbaum, PT, MM, EdD, Associate Professor – FLMI 
BS Marquette University – Physical Therapy
MM University of Miami – Music Therapy
EdD Florida International University – Exceptional Child Education

Beth Ennis, PT, EdD, PCS, Associate Professor, Senior Administrative Program Director, DPT Florida – FLSA
BA Pomona College – Behavioral Sciences
MSPT Boston University – Physical Therapy
EdD Spalding University – Educational Leadership

Richard Eriksen, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS University of Utah – Behavioral Science and Health
MOT Texas Woman’s University

Shannon Estes, PT, DPT, Instructor – TXDA
MPH Texas Tech University
DPT Emory University
BS Ohio State University – Exercise Science

Pamela Kay Evans, OTR/L, MBA, DBA, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS Howard University – Occupational Therapy
MBA University of Indianapolis 
DBA Nova Southeastern University

Jennifer Eyer, OTR/L, Affiliated Faculty – TXDA
BS Arizona State University – Family and Human Development
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Jessica Fagan, OTD, OTR/L, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator – FLSA
BS University of Central Florida – Psychology
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Justine Faghihifar, OTD, OTR, Associate Professor – TXDA
OTD Texas Woman’s University
MS Texas Woman’s University – Family Studies
BS Texas Woman’s University – Occupational Therapy

Valerie Faul, MOT/L, AFWC, Instructor – FLSA
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
BS Carson Newman College – Physical Education, Exercise Science

Eman Fayed, PT, MSc, PhD, Assistant Professor – TXAU Flex
BSc PT Cairo University, Egypt – Physiotherapy
MSc PT Cairo University, Egypt – Physiotherapy
PhD PT Cairo University, Egypt – Physiotherapy

F. Scott Feil, PT, DPT, EdD, Assistant Professor – TXAU Flex
BS Wake Forest University – English
MPT East Carolina University – Physical Therapy
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Education

Katelyn Fell, MOT, OTR/L, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BA Xavier University
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Antonette (Toni) Fernandez, OTD, OTR/L, AFWC, Assistant Professor – FLMI
AS Miami Dade Community College – Health Science
BS Florida International University – Occupational Therapy
MHSA Florida International University – Health Service Administration
DrOT Nova Southeastern University

Jaimee D.P. Fielder, DrOT, OTR, CLVT, CBIS, Assistant Professor – TXDA
BS University of New Mexico – Community Health Education
MS Touro University Nevada – Occupational Therapy
PPOTD Texas Woman’s University

Christine Fiestas, PhD, CCC-SLP, Associate Professor, Assistant Program Director – TXAU
BA University of Vermont – Biochemistry and French
MA University of Texas at Austin – Communication Sciences and Disorders
PhD University of Texas at Austin – Communication Sciences and Disorders

Laura Finkel, MS, CCC-SLP, Instructor – TXAU, TXDA
MS University of Texas at Dallas – Communication Disorders
BS University of Texas at Austin – Communication Sciences and Disorders

Maureen Fischer, OTD, OTR/L, Instructor – FLSA
BSOT East Carolina University – Occupational Therapy
PPOTD Chatham University

Jill Flores-Beraldi, OTR/L, INPP, Contributing Faculty – FLMI
BA University of South Florida – Psychology
MOT University of Florida 

Amanda Forsman, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS University of Florida – Health Science
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Patricia Foy, PhD., CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU & TXDA
BS University of Alberta – Speech Pathology & Audiology
MS University of Vermont – Communication Sciences & Disorders
PhD University of Calgary – Community Rehabilitation & Disability Studies

Talitha Foster, OTD, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Barry University – Occupational Therapy
OTD Rocky Mountain University

Rachel Fox, DrOT, MSOT, OTR, Instructor, AFWC – Dallas
BA American Public University System – History
MSOT Grand Valley State University 
DROT Grand Valley State University

Kevin Francom, PT, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Utah State University – Community Health Education
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Physical Therapy
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Education

Emily Frank, MS, OTD, OTR, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign – Kinesiology
MS Univeristy of Illinois at Chicago – Occupational Therapy
PPOTD Univeristy of Illinois at Chicago

Brittany Freund, PT, DPT, PhD, ATC/L, ACCE, Assistant Professor – TXDA
BS Sacred Heart University – Athletic Training
DPT Sacred Heart University
PhD Texas Woman’s University – Physical Therapy

Eric Furto PT, DPT Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Northern Illinois University – Physical Therapy
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Gretchen Gabbert-Downs, PhD, CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor – TXAU, TXDA
BA University of the Incarnate Word – Communication Arts
MS University of Texas at Dallas – Communication Disorders
PhD University of Texas at Dallas – Behavioral and Brian Sciences

Peggy L. Galdini, OTD, CHT, Contributing Faculty
BS University of Pittsburgh – Rehabilitation Science
MOT University of Pittsburgh 
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Ashley Galovic, PT, DPT, OCS, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
BA University of Notre Dame – Arts, Letters, and Science
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Mohan Ganesan, PT, Associate Professor – CASM
BPT Dr. MGR Medical University – Physical Therapy
MPT Dr. Rajiv Gandhi Medical University – Physical Therapy
PG Diploma All India Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation – Rehabilitation
PhD National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) – Neurophysiology and Rehabilitation
Post-Doctoral Fellow University of Illinois – Rehabilitation

Christian Garcia, PT, DPT, CCS, Instructor – FLMI
BS Florida International University – Biology
BA Florida International University – Psychology
DPT University of Miami

Melissa Garcia, EdD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
BS Texas A&M University – Communication Disorders
MS Southern Connecticut State University – Communication Disorders
EdD Nova Southeastern University – Speech-Language Pathology

Miguel Garcia, PT, DPT, EdD, Assistant Professor – FLMI
BS University of Miami – Biology and Exercise Science
MPT Florida International University – Physical Therapy
DPT Florida Gulf Coast University
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Executive Leadership

Sheri Genovese, OTD, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS Creighton University – Occupational Therapy
OTD Creighton University

Kenneth Gentry, EdD, OT- Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BS Montana State University-Billings – Psychology
MS Thomas Jefferson University – Occupational Therapy
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Steven Gerardi, OTR, Assistant Professor, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator – TXAU
BS University of Florida – Occupational Therapy
MS University of Illinois at Chicago – Occupational Therapy
MS United States Army War College – Strategic Studies
PhD Texas Women’s University – Occupational Therapy

Jay Gerzmehle, OTD, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS University of Wisconsin-La Crosse – Occupational Therapy
OTD Rocky Mountain University

Angela Gibson, EdD, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BA George Mason University – Arts
MA Marymount University – Human Performance Systems
EdD Texas A&M University-Kingsville – Educational Leadership

Gagandeep Gill, PhD, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BA University of California, Los Angeles – Biochemistry
MPH Loma Linda University – Biostatistics
PhD Loma Linda University – Public Health

Suzanne Glaze, OTD, OTR/L, CHT, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BA Medical College of Georgia – Occupational Therapy
OTD Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions

Sharon Glover, OTD, OTR/L, ECHM, Assistant Professor, Core Faculty, FLSA
BS Cleveland State University – Occupational Therapy
OTD Chatham University

Daphne Golden PT, DPT, PhD Assistant Professor – CASM
BS Albright College – Biology
MPT Rutgers University 
DPT Temple University 
PhD University of Delaware – Biomechanics and Movement Science

Pedro J. Gonzalez-Cabrera, MS, PhD, Assistant Professor – CASM
BA Slippery Rock University – Biology
MS Creighton University – Biology
PhD Creighton University – Pharmacology

Megan Grace, OTD, MOTR/L, Contributing Faculty
BS University of Florida – Biology with Nutritional Sciences minor
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
PPOTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Amanda Grant, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BS University of New England – Exercise and Health Promotion
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Debra Gray, PT, DPT, DHSc, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS Wayne State University – Physical Therapy
MEd University of Wisconsin – Education and Professional Development
DPT Simmons College – Physical Therapy
DHSc University of Indianapolis – Geriatric Rehabilitation

Melissa Green, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – FLSA Flex
BS University of Kentucky – Kinesiology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Mary Jan Greer, PhD, L/OTR, Assistant Professor, Doctoral Captstone Coordinator – TXDA
BS University of Louisiana Monroe – Occupational Therapy
MS Mount Mary University – Occupational Therapy
PhD Texas Woman’s University – Occupational Therapy

Lisa Griggs-Stapleton, PhD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator – TXDA
AS Amarillo College – Business Administration
BA University of Texas – Psychology
MA Catholic University of America – Psychology
MOT University of New Mexico
PhD Texas Woman’s University – Occupational Therapy

Vanessa Grijalba, OTD, OTR, Instructor – FLMI
BHSA Florida International University – Health Science Administration
MOT Boston University
OTD Boston University

Sara Grizina, EdD, CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS University of Missouri-Columbia – Communication Science and Disorders
MHS University of Missouri-Columbia – Speech-Language Pathology
EdD A.T. Still University – Health Professions

Shannon Groff, PhD, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BAE University of North Florida – Secondary English
MEd University of North Florida – English
PhD North Central University – Education Technology and E-Learning

Raquel Guarino, MS, OTR/L, CHT, Instructor – FLSA
BS Quinnipiac University – Health Sciences
MS Quinnipiac University – Occupational Therapy

Zeida Gutierrez, ORT/L, Assistant Professor, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator – FLSA
BS University of Florida – Recreational Therapy
MS University of Florida – Occupational Therapy
PhD Keiser University – Instructional Design & Technology

Marcia Hamilton, OTD, MSHS, OTR/L, BCTS, Program Director, Assistant Professor – FLMI
BS Kean University – Occupational Therapy
MS University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey – Health Science
OTD South University 

Cecelia Hammond, DNP, FNP-BC, RN, Assistant Professor – DE, FLSA
BS University of South Alabama – Nursing
MSN University of Mobile – Family Nurse Practitioner
DNP University of Alabama at Birmingham – Nursing

Dwight Hampton, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN Howard University – Nursing
MSHS Trident University International – Health Care Management
MBA Trident University International – Business

Kristine Hanks, PT, DPT, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BSc Virginia Polytechnic and State University – Biology
MSPT Marymount University
tDPT Marymount University
DHsc projected completion Dec. 2023 - Radford University - Education

Nadine Hanner, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
AHS Trident Technical College – Occupational Therapy Assistant
MS Belmont University – Occupational Therapy
PPOTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Marianne Hanover, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS San Diego State University – Physical Education
DPT University of Southern California 

Kristina Hartsook, OTD, OTR/L, Instructor, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator – FLMI
BS Florida International University – Psychology
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
OTD Nova Southeastern University

Nicolas Harrington, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
MOT University of Florida
PPOTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Cynthia Haynes, OTD, MEd, MOT, Contributing Faculty- FLSA, DE
BS Ohio State University – Allied Health, Occupational Therapy
MEd Kent State University 
MBA Akron University – Healthcare Marketing & Management
OTD Thomas Jefferson University 

Virginia Hawkins, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CPHQ, Contributing Faculty – DE
MSN University of Louisville
DNP University of South Carolina – Nurse Executive Leadership

Kirsten Heath, PT, DPT, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS University of Michigan – Movement Science
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Lora (Dani) Hebbler OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS University of Florida – Health Science
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Kevin Helgeson, PT, DHSc, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS University of Montana – Physical Therapy
MS University of Montana – Exercise Science
DHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Concentration in Adolescent Sports Physical Therapy

Nancy Hellman, EdD, DPT, PT, ACCE Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS Russell Sage College – Physical Therapy
tDPT Boston University
EdD Russell Sage College

Janis Henricksen, PT, DPT, ScD, Assistant Professor – TXDA
BS Abilene Christian University – Biology
MSPT Texas Woman’s University Dallas
DPT Texas Tech University Health Science Center
ScD Texas Tech University Health Science Center – Physical Therapy 

Johnanna Hernandez, PhD, MSN, RN, CME, APRN, FNP-BC, Assistant Professor – DE, FLSA
AAN South Plains College – Nursing
BSN Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center – Nursing
MSN Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center – Family Nurse Practitioner
PhD Texas Woman’s University – Nursing Science

Claudia Herrera, Scd PT, COMT, Assistant Professor – CASM
MSPT Quinnipiac University
ScD PT Texas Tech University

Amy Herrington, DNP, RN, , CEN, CNE, Assistant Professor – DE, FLSA
BS University of Phoenix – Nursing
MSN University of Phoenix - Nursing
DNP Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions - Nursing

Eric Hicks, PhD, OTR, Assistant Academic Program Director – TXAU
BS Touro College – Health Sciences
MS Touro College – Occupational Therapy
PhD Virginia Commonwealth University – Health Related Sciences

Jerome Higgs, PT, DPT, PhD, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS Voorhees College – Biology
PhD University of Alabama at Birmingham – Cellular and Molecular Pathology
DPT University of Alabama at Birmingham

Melanie Hill, PT, DPT, Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education – FLSA
BS Ithaca College – Clinical Health Studies
DPT Ithaca College 

Jennifer Hobson, DPT, Contributing Faculty – DE
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Lee Ann Hoffman, OTD, ATP/SMS, Affiliated Faculty – TXDA
BA University of Pretoria
BA University of Pretoria – Occupational Therapy
MS Oxford Brookes University – Rehabilitation
PG Certificate Oxford Brookes University – Posture Management for Complex Disabilities

Robyn Hoffman, PT, MSPT, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BS University of Texas at Austin – Kinesiology
MSPT Southwest Texas State University – Physical Therapy
MBA St. Edward’s University – Business Administration

Mary Hofmeister, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Indiana University-Purdue University – Psychology
MS Indiana University-Purdue University – Occupational Therapy
OTD Indiana University-Purdue University 

Whitney Hohman OTD, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – TXAU

Jordan Holden, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
BS Calvin University Psychology
MsOT Washington University School of Occupational Therapy
PPOTD Univesity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Timothy Holley, DHSc, OTR/L, CBFC, Associate Professor – CASM
BA University of Alabama at Birmingham – Social and Behavioral Sciences-Social Psychology
MS University of Alabama at Birmingham – Occupational Therapy
DHSc Nova Southeastern University

Sherri Holt, PT, DPT, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSPT University of Wisconsin – Physical Therapy
MHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Health Sciences
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Stephanie Hughes, PhD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
BA University of Oregon – Communication Disorders and English
MA Central Michigan University – Speech-Language Pathology
PhD Bowling Green State University – Speech-Language Pathology

Johanna Hurtubise, PhD, CATC, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BA Laurentian University
MA York University – Health and Kinesiology
Athletic Therapy Certificate York University
PhD York University – Neuroscience

 Rayya Ibrahim-Muzaffarr, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – FLMI
BS Florida International University – Health Sciences
MS Florida International Universty – Occupational Therapy

Karina Ingegneri, DPT, Instructor, ACCE – FLMI
BS Barry University – Athletic Training
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Christopher Ingstad, PT, DPT, OCS, ATC, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS California State University – Athletic Training/Biology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
FAAOMPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Michael Irwin, DPT, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Georgia State University – Physical Therapy
MHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Health Science
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Christopher Ivey, EdD, PT, ATC, Associate Professor – CASM
BA Humboldt State University – Physical Education
MS Humboldt State University – Kinesiology
MPT Western University of Health Sciences
EdD University of Liverpool - Education

Hatem Jaber, PT, MPT, DSc, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS Al Jabal Al Gharbi University – Physical Therapy
MPT Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy
DSc Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy

Deborah Jackson, PT, PhD, Associate Professor – FLSA
BS Lock Haven State University – Physical Education and Athletic Training
BS Rockhurst University – Physical Therapy
MEd University of Virginia – Sport Medicine
PhD University of Kansas – Exercise Physiology/Physiology

Sheri Jacobson, PhD, MS, RN Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN University of North Carolina-Greensboro – Nursing
MSN Syracuse University – Adult Nurse Practitioner Primary Care
PhD Hampton University – Family Nursing/Nursing Education

Rebekah Jarrar, OTR/L, Instructor – FLSA
BA Marquette University –Cultural Anthropology and Communication
MA Marquette University – Communication
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
PPOTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Amie Jasper, DPT, PhD, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BA Universidad de Sta. Isabel – Physical Therapy
PhD Nova Southeastern University – Physical Therapy

Lisa Jenkins, PT, Instructor, ACCE – FLMI
BBA Stetson University – Marketing
MPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Physical Therapy

Maureen Johnson, PhD, MS, OT/L, BCPR, C/NDT, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS San Jose State University – Occupational Therapy
MOT San Jose State University
PhD Walden University – Education

Lindsey Johnston, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS Walsh University – Biology
MSPT University of Central Florida – Physical Therapy
DPT University of Texas Medical Branch

Kelci Jones, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS University of Florida – Health Science
MS Milligan College – Occupational Therapy

Parisa Jooya, MD, Contributing Faculty – FLMI
MD Shiraz University of Medical Sciences
Shiraz University of Medical Sciences – Pediatrics

Larissa Jordan, PhD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
BA John Brown University – Interdisciplinary Studies, Linguistics
MS University of Central Missouri – Speech-Language Pathology
MA University of North Dakota – Linguistics
PhD University of Iowa – Speech & Hearing Science

Carol Just, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
MS Temple University – Occupational Therapy
OTD Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions

Kerri Kallus, PT, DPT, SCS, ATC, LAT, cMDT, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BS Texas A&M University – Kinesiology
MSPT Southwest Texas State University 
DPT College of St. Scholastica

Edward Kane, PT, PhD, ATC, Professor – CASM
BS University of Massachusetts, Amherst – Zoology
MSPT Duke University – Physical Therapy
MS University of Southern California – Physical Therapy
PhD University of Virginia – Education/Sports Medicine

Pam Kasyan-Howe, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator – FLMI
BA University of Florida – Psychology
MS Florida International University – Occupational Therapy
EdS Nova Southeastern University – Educational Specialist
OTD South University

Monica Keen, OTD, MOT, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Medical University of South Carolina – Occupational Therapy
MS Boston University – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Sarah Kelly, CCC-SLP, Clinical Coordinator – TXDA
MS University of Texas at Dallas – Communication Disorders
BA University of Texas at Austin – History
BA University of Texas at Austin – Spanish
BA University of Texas at Austin – Latin American Studies

Mark Kelso, EdD, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSc Southern Illinois University – Education
MS University of Oklahoma – Human Relations
JD Savannah Law School – Juris Doctorate
PhD Northcentral University – Educational Leadership

Marcia Kessack, PhD, RN, Associate Professor – DE, FLSA
BSN Wright State University – Nursing
MSN Walden University – Nursing
PhD Capella University – Nursing Education

Mohamed Khallaf, PT, DPT, Msc, PhD, Associate Professor – TXAU
BSc Cairo University – Physical Therapy
MSc Cairo University – PT for Neuromuscular
DPT Dominican College 
PhD Cairo University –Neuromuscular

Sabina Khan, PhD, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor – FLMI
BA Stony Brook University – Psychology
MSOT New York Institute of Technology 
PhD University of Natural Health – Holistic Nutrition

Lesley Khan-Farooqi, OTR/L, Assistant Professor, Doctoral Coordinator – TXAU
BS Washington State University – Biology
BA Washington State University – Psychology
OTD Washington University of St. Louis 
PhD Walden University - Education

Iman Akef Khowailed, PT, MPH, PT, DSc, Associate Professor – CASM
BS MUisr for Science & Technology University – Physical Therapy
MS Cairo University – Biomechanics
MS TOURO University – Public Health
DSc Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy

Suzanne Kimball, AuD, CCC-A/FAAA, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
BA University of Mississippi 
MA Memphis State University – Audiology
AuD University of Florida – Audiology

Shannon Kimbrel, PT, DPT, Instructor – TXDA
MPH Texas Tech University
DPT Emory University
BS Ohio State University – Exercise Science

Heather King, DScPT, Assistant Professor – CASM
BA Queen’s University – Health Sciences
BS University of Toronto – Physcial Therapy
DScPT Andrews University

Kristyn King, CCC-SLP, Clinical Coordinator – CASM
MS Chapman University – Communication Sciences and Disorders
BA University of California, Irvine – Psychology  

Robin Kirschner, EdD, DNP, RN Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN University of Oregon – Nursing
MA New York State University – Nursing
EdD Argosy University – Administrative Leadership
DNP Touro University – Nursing

Alyssa Kneisly, MS., CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
BA College of Wooster – Communication Sciences and Disorders
MS Pennsylvania State University – Communication Sciences and Disorders

Dana Kolbfliesch, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor, – FLSA
BS University of Pittsburgh– Psychology
MS University of Pittsburgh – Occupational Therapy
OTD Chatham University
EdD A.T. Still University

Alisa Kollmann, MOT, OTR/L, Instructor – TXDA
BA Concordia University Wisconsin – Music
MOT Concordia University Wisconsin
PPOTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Eric Krell, Contributing Faculty – DE
BScPT Southwest Baptist University – Physical Therapy
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Neeraj Kumar, PT, DPT, PhD, Associate Professor – TXDA
BPT Manipal Academy of Higher Education, India – Physiotherapy
MS Guru Nanak Dev University, India – Sports Physiotherapy
DPT Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
PhD State University of New York – Rehabilitation Science

Lori Kupczynski, EdD, Contributing Faculty – DE
BA St. Mary’s University – Political Science
MA St. Mary’s University – English Literature and Language
EdD Texas A&M University-Kingsville – Educational Leadership

Beth Lambert, MSOT, OTR, Instructor – TXAU
BS San Jose State University – Kinesiology
MS Washington University – Occupational Therapy

Eric Lantz, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BS Texas A&M University – Health Education, Community Health Option
BSOT The University of Texas Medical Branch – Occupational Therapy

Nicholas LaRosa, PT, DPT, EdD, Assistant Professor – FLSA Flex
BS Stony Brook University – Health Science
DPT Stony Brook University
EdD University of North Florida – Educational Leadership

Lauren Lax, Contributing Faculty – DE
BA University of Texas – Communications
OTD Belmont University 

Kersten Laughlin, OTD, OTR/L, Instructor – CASM
BS Purdue University – Psychology
OTD University of Indianapolis

John Layne, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BS Brigham Young University – Physical Education
MPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Rolando Lazaro, PT, PhD, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS University of the Philippines – Physical Therapy
MSPT University of the Pacific – Physical Therapy
DPT Creighton University – Physical Therapy
PhD Touro University International – Health Science

Alan Lee, PT, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS University of Nevada – Biology
MSPT Duke University – Physical Therapy
MA San Diego State University – Interdisciplinary Studies: Gerontology
DPT Creighton University 
PhD Nova Southeastern University – Physical Therapy

Blanche Leeman, EdD, OTR/L, CHT, Associate Professor – FLSA
BS Springfield College
MA Touro College – Occupational Therapy
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Teaching and Learning Specialization

Tammy LeSage, EdD, OT, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Judson College – Biology
MOT Texas Woman’s University
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Steven Lesh, PhD, Contributing Faculty – DE
BHS University of Missouri-Columbia – Physical Therapy
MPA Arkansas State University, Jonesboro – Public Administration
PhD Capella University – Organization & Management

Karen A Leyva, PT, BSPT, DPT Contributing Faculty – CASM
BA California State University at Fullerton – Biology and Health Sciences
BS California State University at Long Beach – Physical Therapy
DPT College of St. Scholastica

David Liguori, DNP, NP-C, ACHPN, Assistant Professor – DE, FLSA
AAS Bergen Community College – Nursing
BA Barry University – Nursing
MS Barry University – Clinical Psychology
MS Florida Atlantic University – Adult Nurse Practitioner
DNP Capella University – Nursing

Danielle N. Lindsey, PT, DPT, CEIM, Contributing Faculty
BS San Diego State University – Kinesiology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Kristian Llaca, OTD, OTR/L, Instructor – FLMI
BS Florida International University – Recreation Therapy
MS Florida International University – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of St Augustine for Health Sciences

Ashlee Loewen, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, Assistant Professor, Assistant Program Director – DE, FLSA
BSN Texas Christian University – Nursing
MSN Texas Tech University Health Science Center – Family Nurse Practitioner
DNP Texas Christian University – Nursing

Arlenys Loffredo, OTD, OTR/L, Instructor – FLMI
BA Florida International University – Psychology
MS Barry University – Occupational Therapy
OTD Barry University

Shannon Logan, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – FLSA Flex
BS Marietta College – Athletic Training/Sports Medicine
MS University of Illinois – Kinesiology/Sports Medicine
MS Walsh University – Physical Therapy
DPT University of Montana

Elaine Lonnemann, PT, DPT – FLSA
BS University of Louisville – Physical Therapy
MScPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Paul Lonnemann, PT, DPT, OCS, MTC, FAAOMPT, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS University of Louisville – Physical Therapy
tDPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Elvis Lopez, PT, DPT, EdD, Assistant Professor– FLSA
AA Essex County College – Physical Therapy Assistant
BS Nyack College – Organizational Management
MS Florida International University – Physical Therapy
DPT A.T. Still University
EdD Argosy University – Educational Leadership

Vickie M. Lorensen-Skinner, DHA, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BA SUNY Institute of Technology – Psychology
MA University of West Florida – Psychology
PhD University of Mississippi Medical Center – Health Administration

Scott Love, PT, DPT, DHSc, Associate Professor – FLSA Flex
BHSc St. Francis College – Health Science
MPT St. Francis College – Physical Therapy
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 
DHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Health Science

Ellen Lowe, PT, PhD, ACCE, Contributing Faculty – FLSA Flex
BS Boston University – Physical Therapy
MHS University of Indianapolis – Physical Therapy
PhD Touro University International – Health Sciences

Cheryl Lucas, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS Tuffts University – Occupational Therapy
MS Boston University – Occupational Therapy
EdD Johnson and Wales University – Higher Education Leadership

Betty Lucente, PhD, RN, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN Marshall University – Nursing
MSN West Virginia University – Nursing
PhD Virginia Commonwealth University – Healthcare Organization & Research

Kathleen Luedtke-Hoffman, PT, MBA, PhD, Associate Professor – TXDA
BS Chicago Medical School – Physical Therapy
MBA Southern Methodist University – Cox School of Business
PhD Texas Woman’s University – Physical Therapy and Administration

Jason Lum, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BA Washington University, St. Louis – History
MPP Harvard – Public Policy
JD University of California

Erin Lundblom, PhD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
BS Clarion University of Pennsylvania – Communication Sciences and Disorders
MS Florida State University – Communication Disorders
PhD Florida State University – Communication Disorders

Amy Lyons-Brown, OTR/L, OTD, Assistant Professor, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator – CASM
BS Augustana College – Biology
MS Washington University – Occupational Therapy
OTD A.T. Still University 

Lance Mabry, PT, DPT, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Wilkes University – Biology
DPT U.S. Army-Baylor University 

Felicity Macahilig-Rice, PT, DPT, Instructor, Director of Clinical Education – CASM
BS University of Southern California – Exercise Science
DPT University of Southern California 

Susan MacDermott, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor, Doctoral Coordinator – CASM
BS University of California, Davis – Human Development
MA University of Southern California – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of Southern California

Dana Madalon, DOT MSOT OTR/L BCP – FLSA
BS Indiana University School of Medicine – Occupational Therapy
MA Quinnipiac University – Occupational Therapy
PPOTD Spalding University

Maud Makoni, OTD, OTR/L, CHT, Contriubting Faculty – DE
BS University of Zimbabwe – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Tamala Marcin, PT, DPT, MBA, EdD, Assistant Professor/Associate Program Director – FLSA Flex
BSPT Indiana University – Physical Therapy
MBA Indiana Wesleyan University
DPT University of New England
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Robyn Martin, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-F, Assistant Professor – TXAU, TXDA
BS Texas Christian University – Speech-Language Pathology, Minor in Psychology
MS Texas Christian University – Speech-Language Pathology

Cecilia Martinez, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS San Jose State University – Occupational Therapy
OTD Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions

Carlos Martoral, JD, OTD, OT, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS University of Florida – Occupational Therapy
OTD Rocky Mountain University 
JD Florida A&M University

James (Jim) Mathews, PT, DPT, PhD, Associate Professor, Associate Program Director – CASM
BA University of Wisconsin, Madison – History
BS University of Wisconsin, Madison – Physical Therapy
MBA San Diego State – Business Administration
DPT A.T. Still University

Ashley May, OTD, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS Pennsylvania State University
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Warren McAdams, PT, DPT, Instructor – TXAU
BS Texas State University – Psychology
DPT Texas State University

Kelly McCormick, OTR/L, Affiliated Faculty – TXAU Flex
BS Miami University – Health & Sport Studies
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Michelle McCraney, EdD, Contributing Faculty – DE
BSc University of Central Florida – Liberal Studies
MA Nova Southeastern University – Special Education
EdD Nova Southeastern University – Curriculum and Instruction

Erin McIntyre, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS University of Southern California – Occupational Therapy
MA University of Southern California – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of Southern California

Keegan McKay, Contributing Faculty – DE
BA University of South Africa – Psychology
MOT Texas Woman’s University
OTD Texas Woman’s University

Steve McKinzee, CCC-SLP, Clinical Facilitator, Residency – TXAU
BA University of Iowa – Communcation Sciences and Disorders
MA University of Texas at Austin – Communication Sciences and Disorders

Tina McNulty, PhD, OTR/L, Associate Professor – CASM
BS Colorado State University – Occupational Therapy
MS Colorado State University – Occupational Therapy
PhD Colorado State University – Education and Human Resources

Keith McWilliams, OTR/L, OTD, CBIS, DRS, Program Director – TXDA
MOT Maryville University
OTD Texas Woman’s University 

Ashley Meaux, PhD, CCC-SLP, Associate Professor, Assistant Academic Program Director – TXDA
BA Louisiana State University – Communication Sciences & Disorders; English
MA Louisiana State University – Communication Sciences & Disorders
PhD Louisiana State University – Communication Sciences & Disorders

Sabrina Meddaugh, FNP-C, DNP, Contributing Faculty – DE
DNP University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire – Family Nurse Practitioner
BSN University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 

Karen Menard, PhD, OT, Post-Professional OTD Program Director – FLSA
BS Florida International University – Occupational Therapy
MS University of Central Florida – Health Sciences
PhD Walden University – Education

Erin Menefee, DPT, OCS, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS University of Arizona – Nutritional Sciences 
DPT San Diego State University
Kaiser Permanente Orthopedic Clinical Residency

Kristin Schaffer Mendez, PhD, CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BA University of Florida Communication Sciences and Disorders
MS Vanderbilt University – Speech-Language Pathology
PhD University of Texas-Austin – Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences

Kathryn Mercer, MS., CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
BA Louisiana State University – Communication Sciences and Disorders
MS Louisiana State University – Communication Disorders

Jaynee Taguchi Meyer, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor, AFWC – CASM 
BS San Jose State University – Occupational Therapy
MA University of Southern California – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of Southern California

Steve Middleton, DPT, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Southern Illinois University – Athletic Training
MS California University of Pennsylvania – Exercise Science
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Alexandra Millet, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS Florida International University – Recreational Therapy
MOT Florida International University

Dawn Miller, DPT, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS University of North Florida – Physical Therapy
MS University of North Florida – Healthcare Administration
DPT University of Indianapolis 

Marilyn E. Miller, PT, PhD, Associate Professor – CASM
BS University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point – Physical Education/Dance
Post-Graduate Certificate US Army Academy of Health Sciences – Physical Therapy
MA University of Arkansas, Little Rock – Gerontology/Public Administration
PhD University of Southern California – Higher, Post-Secondary, Professional, and Adult Education

Nicole Miller, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS University of California – Biological Sciences/Exercise and Sport Sciences
DPT Chapman University 

Mandy Mikula, Contrubting Faculty – TXAU
BS University of Oklahoma – Communication Sciences and Disorders
MS University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center – Speech-Language Pathology

Galen David Moore, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS Indiana University – Occupational Therapy

Jacqueline L. Moore, PT, DSc, MPT, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS Wake Forest University – Health and Sport Science
MPT Army-Baylor University – Physical Therapy
DSc University of Maryland, Baltimore – Physical Therapy

Jessica Moore, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BA Case Western Reserve University – Communication Sciences (Disorders) and Psychology
MA Case Western Reserve University – Communication Sciences (Disorders)

Angela Morgan, DPT, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS University of Florida – Decision Information Sciences
DPT University of Florida 

Hilary Morgan, PhD, CNM, CNE, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
Post-Baccalaureate Nurse Midwifery
MSN Boston College – Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner
PhD University of Florida – Nursing

Kathryn Morretta, PT, DPT Contributing Faculty – TXAU Flex
BS University of Oklahoma – Health and Exercise Science
DPT Texas State University 

Matthew Morretta, PT, DPT, OCS, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS Temple University – Kinesiology
DPT Temple University 

Gwen Morris, OTD, OTR, CHT, CLT, Assistant Professor – TXDA
BS University of Central Florida – Health Care Administration
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
OTD Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions

Khalil Mrabe, OTD, OTR/L, MEd, Instructor – FLMI
BS California State University – Kinesiology
MS California State University – Education
OTD University of St Augustine for Health Sciences

Kaylee Munch, MOT, OT, Instructor – FLSA
BS University of Dayton – Psychology
MOT University of Pittsburg

Angelina Muñoz, OTD, OTR/L, AFWC – CASM
BS University of Southern California – Occupational Therapy
MA University of Southern California – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of Southern California

Maeve Murtagh, MS, CCC-SLP, Instructor/Clinical Coordinator – TXDA
BS Texas Christian University – Speech-Language Pathology
MS Texas Christian University – Speech-Language Pathology

Andrew Naas, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Mercyhurst College – Sports Medicine
MPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Physical Therapy
MHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Corinne Neal, PhD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BA Augustana College – Communication Sciences and Disorders
MA University of Kansas – Speech-Language Pathology
PhD University of Kansas – Speech-Language Pathology

Susan Nickelson, OTD, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS University of Texas Medical Branch-Galveston – Occupational Therapy
PPOTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Janina Nicolay, Contributing Faculty – FLSA

Lisa Nichols, PT, EdD, ACCE, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BS Winthrop College – Biology
BSPT Medical University of South Carolina – Physical Therapy
MHS Medical University of South Carolina – Physical Therapy
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Education

Heather Norris, DNP, RN Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN Eastern Kentucky University – Nursing
MSN Eastern Kentucky University – Clinical Nurse Specialist
DNP Eastern Kentucky University – Nursing Education

D’Anna Nowack, SLP.D., CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
BS University of Texas at Austin – Communication Sciences and Disorders
MS Lamar University – Speech-Language Pathology
SLPD Nova Southeastern University – Speech-Language Pathology

Richard Nyberg, Contributing Faculty – DE
BA Gettysburg College
BS State University of New York Down State Medical Center – Physical Therapy
MMS Emory University – Physical Therapy
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Katherine O’Hara, MSOT, OTR/L, Affiliated Faculty – FLSA
BS North Georgia College and State University – Psychology
MS Brenau University – Occupational Therapy 

Ruth Okpara, MSN, NP-C, Contributing Faculty – DE
DNP Wiimington University
MSN Texaus Woman’s University
BSN Indiana University Northwest

Deann O’Lenick, PhD., CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor – TXDA
BS North Dakota State University – Communication Disorders
MS Texas Tech University – Speech-Language Pathology
MBA Our Lady of the Lake University – Business Administration
PhD Texas Woman’s University – Early Child Education & Development

Hannah Y. Oldenburg, EdD, OTR/L, BCPR – DE
BS University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire – Kinesiology
MA St. Catherine University – Occupational Therapy
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Beth E. Olson, PT, DPT, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS West Virginia Wesleyan College – Biology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Jazminne Orozco Arteaga, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator – CASM
BA University of Southern California – English/Social Sciences with emphasis in Psychology
MA University of Southern California – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of Southern California 

Erica Ortiz, MCD, CCC-SLP, Clinical Supervisor – TXAU
BA Louisiana State University – Communication Disorders
MCD Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center

Corey Oshikoya, MEd, LAT, ATC, PES, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA 
BA West Virginia University – Exercise Physiology
MEd University of Virginia – Athletic Training/Sports Medicine

Precious Osuoha, PhD, MOT, Assistant Professor, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator – TXAU
BS University of Louisiana – Exercise Science
MOT University of Texas Health Science Center
PhD Texas Woman’s University – Occupational Therapy

Theresa Pape, PhD, RN, CNOR(E), CNE, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN University of Texas at Austin – Nursing
MSN University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston – Nursing Administration
PhD Texas Woman’s University – Nursing Research

Karen Park, OTD, OTR/L, BCP, SWC, CLE, Assistant Professor, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator – CASM
BA University of Southern California – Human Development
MA University of Southern California – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of Southern California

Danielle Parlett, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS Chapman University
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Amanda Allen Parrish, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT, Instructor – CASM
BS University of Arizona – Physiology
DPT Duke University 

Christienne Parten, OTD, OT, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BA Tulane University – Sociology
MOT Springfield College

Christienne Parten, OTD, OT, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BA Tulane University – Sociology
MOT Springfield College 
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Catherine E. Patla, PT, DHSc, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS Fairleigh Dickinson University – Biology
PTA Fairleigh Dickinson University – Physical Therapy Assistant
Certificate in PT University of Pennsylvania – Physical Therapy
MMSc Orthopaedics, Emory University – Medical Science
DHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Orthopaedics

Camille Payne, PhD, RN, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN Medical College of Georgia – Nursing
MSN University of Alabama in Birmingham – Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist
PhD University of Texas at Austin – Educational Administration

Paula Peacock, DNP, FNP-BC, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN University of North Florida – Nursing
MSN Jacksonville University – Family Nurse Practitioner
DNP Jacksonville University

Matt Pedrotti PT, DPT, OCS – CASM Flex
BS San Diego State University – Pre-Physical Therapy
DPT – University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Allison Penna, MOT, OTR, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BA Baylor University – Psychology
MOT University of Texas Medical Branch
OTD University of Texas Medical Branch

Erik Pérez, OTD, OTR, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS University of Texas-Pan American – Occupational Therapy
OTD Rocky Mountain University

Gabriela Perez, OTD, OTR/L, CSRS, PTA, Assistant Professor – FLMI
AS Miami Dade College – Physical Therapist Assistant
BS Florida International University – Occupational Therapy
MS Florida International University – Health Science
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Science 

Mitchell Perez, DPT, PT, Instructor – FLMI
BS Florida International University – Pre-Physical Therapy
MS Florida International University – Physical Therapy
DPT Arcadia University

Cheryl Peters-Brinkerhoff, PT, MPT, MHA, EdD, Assistant Professor, Program Director San Marcos – CASM
BS Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy
MPT Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy
MHA Webster University
EdD Walden University – Higher Education and Adult Learning

Gary Mark Petersen, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor – CASM
BA University of Nebraska – English
MS University of Southern California – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of Southern California 

Stephanie Peterson, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, FNP-C, RNC-OB, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN University of Oklahoma – Nursing
MSN University of Texas at Arlington – Family Nurse Practitioner

Thais Petrocelli, OTD, MHA, OTR/L, Assistant Professor, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator – FLSA
BA Augustana College – Biology/Psychology
MHA University of Phoenix – Health Administration
OTD Thomas Jefferson University 

Melinda Petty, MOT, DPT, Instructor, Core Faculty – FLSA
BA Augustana College – Biology/Psychology
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Leiselle Pilgrim, PT, DPT, EdD, MPH, Assistant Professor – FLMI
BS McGill University – Physiology
MPH St. George’s University – Public Health
DPT University of Medicine and Dentistry New Jersey & Rutgers Camden SHRP
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Teaching and Learning

Emily Piven, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Virginia Commonwealth University – Occupational Therapy
MOT Medical College of Georgia
OTD Creighton University

Kristin K. Polidan, MOT, OTR, Contributing Faculty – DE, TXAU
BS University of Florida – Health
MOT University of Florida

Ellen Pong, OTR/L, PT, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BA Louisiana College – Journalism/English/Art
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

George Poulis, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BA Baldwin Wallace College – Athletic Training
MA University of Alabama – Athletic Training
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Melissa Prudencio, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS University of Florida – Health Sciences
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Evan Pucillo, PT, DPT, EdD, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BS College of South Carolina – Biology
DPT Medical University of South Carolina
EdD Liberty University – Curriculum and Instruction

Kellan Quigley, OTD MS, OTR/L, Instructor Academic Fieldwork Coordinator – FLSA
BS Western Michigan University– Health Science
MS Western Michigan University – Occupational Therapy
PPOTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Caprice Quinones, Instructor – FLMI
BS Florida International University – Biology
DPT Florida International University 

Carmina “Minnie” Lagarejos Rafael, PT, DPT, GCS, CEEAA, Instructor/ACCE – FLMI
BS University of the Philippines Manila – Physical Therapy
tDPT University of South Florida Rehab Essentials

Janel Rafenstein MPH, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BA St. Catherine University – Occupational Therapy
MPH University of Washington – Health Services/Maternal and Child Health

Amy Rainwater, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
BA Samford University – Education
MOT Texas Women’s University

Madeline Ratoza, PT, DPT, Instructor – TXAU
BA Colby College – Psychology
DPT University of California San Fransisco/San Fransisco State University

Annie Raymond, PT, DPT, OCS, MTC, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS University of Findlay – Health Science
MPT University of Findlay – Physical Therapy
DPT Western University of Health Sciences 

Laura Rea, OTD, OT, Contributing Faculty, DE
BS University of Florida – Occupational Therapy
MBA Texas Women’s University – Business Administration
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Robyn Redline, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Penn State University – Kinesiology
DPT Arcadia University

Mary Pat Reed, MS, CCC-SLP, Clinical Supervisor – TXAU, TXDA
BA University of North Texas – Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology
MS University of North Texas – Speech-Language Pathology

Ryan Reed, PT, Assistant Professor – FLMI
BS Tulane University – Psychology
MPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Heather Rennerfeldt, OTR, Professor – TXAU
BS University of Sioux Falls – Exercise Science
MS OT University of South Dakota

Whitney Reese, PT, DPT, Affiliated Faculty – TXAU
DPT Regis University
MS A.T. Still University – Kinesiology
BS University of the Incarnate Word – Biology

Ana Rivera, PhD., CCC-SLP, Core Faculty – TXDA
BA University of Central Florida – Communication Sciences & Disorders
MA University of Central Florida – Communication Sciences & Disorders
PhD University of Florida – Speech Language & Hearing Sciences 

Austi Roberts, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, RN, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BSN University of Texas, Arlington – Nursing
MSN Texas Woman’s University – Family Nurse Practitioner

Terri Roberts, OTD, OTR/L, CLT, Assistant Professor, Assistant OT Program Director – CASM
MS Belmont University – Occupational Therapy
OTD Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions

Shari Robertson, PhD., CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
BA Western Michigan University – Speech Pathology and Audiology
MS Central Michigan University – Communicative Disorders
PhD University of Wisconsin-Madison – Child Language Disorders

Andrew Rodriguez, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS California State University, Long Beach – Kinesiotherapy
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Beth Rodriguez, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS Colorado State University – Occupational Therapy and Psychology

Bonnie Rogulj, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – FLSA Flex
BS University of Virginia – Sports Medicine
DPT Old Dominion University 

Kelly Roy, MS, CCC-SLP, Clinical Supervisor – TXAU, TXDA
BA University of Alabama – Communicative Disorders
MS Fontbonne University – Speech-Language Pathology

Cynthia Roman, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Towson University – Occupational Therapy
MS Towson University – Occupational Therapy
OTD Towson University

Hermes Romero, PT, DPT, PhD, Assistant Professor – FLMI
BS Manuel Fajardo University of Sports, Physical Activity, and Physical Education – Physical Education
BS National Autonomous University of Mexico – Physical Therapy
MS California University of Pennsylvania – Exercise Science and Health Promotion
DPT A.T. Still University 
PhD University of Baja California – Psychology

Rachel Romero, OTR, Contributing Faculty – FLMI
BS University of Florida – Health Science
MS University of Florida – Occupational Therapy
PPOTD Boston University

Dani Rosenzweig, PT, DPT, CSRS, CBIS, AIB-VR/CON, Instructor – FLSA Flex
BS University of Pittsburg – Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
DPT Alvernia University

Jeffrey Rot, PT, DHSc, Associate Professor – FLSA
BS Illinois State University – Physical Education
MPT Shenandoah University – Physical Therapy
DHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Health Science

Charter Rushing, PT, MSPT, ScD, PCS, COMT, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
BS – University of Texas at Austin – Kinesiology
MSPT – Texas Tech University – Physical Therapy
ScD – Texas Tech University – Physical Therapy

Christine Salmon, PT, DPT, EdD, Assistant Professor – FLMI
BA University of South Florida – Biology
MPT Florida International University
DPT Nova Southeastern University
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Teaching and Learning

Robert Salvatori, PT, DPT, DSc, MBA, OCS, Cert. MDT, FAAOMPT, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS Temple University – Physical Therapy
MBA Oklahoma City University
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
DSc Bellin College – Physical Therapy

Summer San Lucas, PT, DPT, DSc, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS Westmont College – Kinesiology
DPT Loma Linda University
DSc Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy

Jorge Sarmiento, MS, PT, MBA-HCM, CCI, ATC, Instructor – CASM
BS University of California San Diego – Social Anthropology
MBA University of Phoenix – Health Care Management
MS University of Findlay – Physical Therapy

Meghan Savage, PhD, CCC-SLP, Associate Professor, Senior Academic Program Director – TXAU, TXDA
BA Hendrix College – Psychology
MA Louisiana State University – Speech-Language Pathology
PhD Louisiana State University – Emphasis in Neurogenic Communication Disorders

Mayra Mendez-Schiaffino, MS, OTR/L, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BS Kennesaw State University – Psychology
MOT Brenau University

Tanna Rapp Schoene, DPT, PT – Contributing Faculty
BS University of California, Santa Barbara – Biological Sciences
DPT University of Southern California

Megann Schooley, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BA Lynn University – Humanities
MPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Carolyn Schulte, PT, MSPT, Contributing Faculty – TXAU Flex
BS University of Detroit Mercy – Management
MSPT Texas State University – Physical Therapy
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Education

Erin Schwier, EdD, OTD OTR/L, Associate Professor, OT Program Director – CASM
BS San Diego State University – Child and Family Development
MA University of Southern California – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of Southern California
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Cheryl Sheffield, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BS Queen’s University – Occupational Therapy
PPOTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Laurie Shimko, PT, ACCE, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BS Barry University – Physical Therapy
MPT Barry University 

Christine Sibley, FHFMA, CPA, CMA, EJD, MBA Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BS Mount Saint Vincent University – Chemistry
MBA Dalhouse University – Finance
EJD Concord Law School – Health Law

Edla da Silva Martin, PT, MSc, PhD, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BC Lutheran University of Brazil – Physical Therapy
MSc Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul – Medical Science-Neurology
PhD Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul – Medical Science-Neurology

Marcelo Silva, OTD, MA, OTR/L
BS Newman University – Occupational Therapy
MA University of Northern Colorado – Gerontology
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Lacey Sims, MOT, OTR, CHT, Instructor – TXAU
BA University of Texas at Austin – Fine Arts
MOT Texas Woman’s University 

Kunal Singhal, PT, PhD. Associate Professor, Associate Program Director – TXAU
BPT Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine and Allied Sciences – Physical Therapy
PhD Texas Woman’s University Denton – Kinesiology (Biomechanics)

Ahnnya Slaughter, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN-C, CNS-BC, Contributing Faculty – DE
BSN California State University-Long Beach
MSN California State University-Dominguez Hills
DNP University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Nurse Executive

Bonnie Slavych, PhD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
Advanced Language Certificate Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center – Vietnamese Language and Culture
BA University of North Dakota
MS University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences – Communicative Disorders
PhD University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences – Communication Science Disorders

Allison Sloben, Contributing Faculty – DE
BA State University of New York, Stony Brook
BS Touro College, School of Health Sciences 
MA Touro college, School of Health Sciences

A.R. Smith, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS University of Maryland – Physical Therapy
MMS Emory University – Physical Therapy 
EdD University of North Florida – Education

Kayla Smith, PT, DSc, OCS, COMT, Professor – CASM
BS University of California, Santa Barbara – Biopsychology
MSPT Andrews University – Physical Therapy
DScPT Andrews University – Physical Therapy

Mary Smith, PhD, OTR, Associate Professor, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator –TXAU
BS State University of New York at Buffalo – Occupational Therapy
MS State University of New York at Buffalo – Occupational Therapy
PhD State University of New York at Buffalo – Sociology

Pamela Smith, PhD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
BS Kutztown University – Special Education
MA Ohio University – Hearing and Speech Sciences
PhD Temple University – Communication Sciences

Gabriel Somarriba, PT, DPT, EdD, Associate Professor, DPT Program Director – FLMI, TXAU (Interim)
BS Florida Atlantic University – Exercise Science & Health Promotion in Education
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Executive Leadership

Cathleen Soper, PT, DBA, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BS University of Scranton – Physical Therapy
MS Independence University – Health Services
DBA California Intercontinental University – Healthcare Management and Leadership

Lacey Spark, OTD, MOT, OTR, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS Pacific University – Human Occupation
MOT Pacific University
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Rudie Spigarelli, PT, DPT, CMT, ACCE Instructor – TXAU
BS Texas State University – Exercise Sports Science
DPT Texas Woman’s University

Anderston St. Germain, OTD, OTR/L, Instructor – FLMI
BA Concordia College – Psychology
MS Florida International University – Occupational Therapy
OTD Chatham University 

Christine Still, MOT, CHT, Contributing Faculty – DE, TXAU
BA Rockhurst University – Spanish
MOT Rockhurst University

Jenna Street, MS, ATC, PES Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
BS Michigan State University – Athletic Training
MS University of Wisconsin – Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis

Mark Strickland, PT, Contributing Faculty – DE
BSPT University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston – Physical Therapy

Courtney Subudhi, DNP, CNM, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA
AAS J.Sargeant Reynolds Community College – Nursing
BSN Indiana State University, Terre Haute – Nursing
MSN Frontier Nursing University – Midwifery
Post-Graduate Certification Frontier Nursing University – FNP & PMHNP
DNP Frontier Nursing University – Nursing

Jennifer Summers, OTD, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – CASM
AAS Grand Rapids Community College – Occupational Therapy Assistant
BS Grand valley State University – Behavioral Studies
MS University of Illinois at Chicago – Occupational Therapy
OT University of Illinois at Chicago

Sandra Swearingen, PhD, RN, MSN, MHA, Contributing Faculty – DE
AS West Virginia University Tech – Nursing
BS Virginia Commonwealth University – Health Services Administration
PhD University of Central Florida – Public Administration
BSN Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences
MSN University of Central Florida – Nursing Education

Peyton Sykes, PT, DPT, OCS, Assistant Professor – TXAU Flex
BS Stephen F. Austin State University – Kinesiology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
EdD Baylor University – Learning Theory and Organizational Change

Loren Szmiga, PT, DPT, CHT, MTC, Instructor – FLMI
BS University of Louisiana at Lafayette – Exercise Science
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Behdad Tahayori, PT, PhD, Assistant Professor – FLMI
BS Shiraz University of Medical Sciences – Physical Therapy
MS Iran University of Medical Sciences – Physical Therapy
MS Louisiana State University – Kinesiology
PhD Indiana University Bloomington – Kinesiology and Neural Sciences

Edwin Tinoco, PT, MS, OCS, Contributing Faculty – FLMI
BS Florida International University – Health and Exercise Science
MS Florida International University – Physical Therapy
OCS Orthopedic Clinical Specialist – SBPTS/APTA

Gilda Tirado MOT, CHT – Contributing Faculty – DE, TXAU
BS University of Houston – Psychology/Sociology
MOT Texas Woman’s University

Patricia Toole, MAT, MsOT, ATP, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – Dallas
MsOT University of Puget Sound
MAT Pacific University

Toni Torres-McGeHee, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Southern Utah University – Biology
MS Texas Tech University – Sports Health/Preventive Rehabilitation
PhD The University of Alabama – Exercise Physiology

Heather Truog, OTD, OT, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Western Michigan University – Interdisciplinary Health Sciences
MS Western Michigan University – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Timothy Tu, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS University of California, Los Angeles – Psychobiology
MS Concorida University Irvine – Education
MS California State University Dominguez Hills – Occupational Therapy
DSc Baylor University – Occupational Therapy

Michael Turner, DPT, Contributing Faculty – DE
BSc University of Florida – Physical Therapy
MSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Physical Therapy
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Claire Uke, MOT, OTR/L, ATP, CAPS, Instructor – CASM
BS California State Polytechnic University – Plant Science
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Michael Valenti, PhD, RN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, NEA-BC, Associate Professor – DE
PhD New York University – Nursing Research and Theory Development
Post Master’s Certificate Eastern Kentucky University – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
MS New York University – Nursing Education
BSN St. Francis College

Marnie Vanden Noven, DPT, PhD, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS University of Arizona – Interdisciplinary Studies
MS University of Arizona – Athletic Training
MPT Marquette University 
DPT Concordia University, Wisconsin 
PhD Marquette University 

Benjamin Vasquez PT, DPT, NCS – Contributing Faculty – CASM Flex
BS La Sierra University – Exercise Science
DPT Loma Linda University

Shelley Victor, EdD, CCC-SLP – Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
BA State University of New York – Psychology
MA University of Miami – Speech-Language Pathology
EdD Nova Southeastern University – Child and Youth Studies

Stephen A. Vighetti, PT, MPT, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS Ursinus College – Physical Education/Exercise and Sport Science
MPT Institute of Physical Therapy – Physical Therapy

Melissa Villa, OTD, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – FLMI
BSHS Florida International University – Health Science Administration
MOT Florida International University
OTD Salus University 

James Viti, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BS University of Maryland at Baltimore – Physical Therapy
MScPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Orthopedic Physical Therapy
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Helene Vossos, DNP, MSN, APRN, ANP-BC, PMHNP-BC, Associate Professor – DE, FLSA
BSN University of Michigan – Nursing
MSN University of Michigan – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner & Adult Nurse Practitioner
DNP Concordia University – Nursing

Amy Walters, PT, DPT, MPT, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BA University of Texas, Austin – Psychology, minor Zoology
MPT University of Texas Medical Branch – Physical Therapy
DPT College of Scholastica 

Sheri Walters, Contibuting Faculty – TXDA

Timothy Walters, DPT, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS University of Georgia – Biology
DPT Emory University 

Wade Warren, PhD, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
BS Louisiana College – Biology
PhD Texas A&M University – Zoology

David Watkins, MOT, OTR/L, CHT, CEAS, Lab Instructor – CASM
BS Brigham Young University – Psychology
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Lance Watkins, MOT, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BA Brigham Young University – Psychology
MOT Midwestern University, Glendale

Nicola Wayer, MEd, PhD, Contributing Faculty – DE
BA Flagler College – Deaf & Elementary Education
MEd University of North Florida
PhD University of Florida – Curriculum Instruction

Lauren Wedam, MeD, PhD, Contributing Faculty – DE
BA University of Wisconsin
MEd Harvard University – Education
DPT University of Vermont 

Matthew Weissbach, Contributing Faculty – DE
BA Queen’s University, Canada – Psychology and Health
BSc Queen’s University, Canada – Physical Therapy
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Thomas P. Werner, PT, DPT, PhD, Associate Professor, Program Director – TXDA
BS University of Wisconsin – Psychology
BS University of Wisconsin – Physical Therapy
MA Fielding Graduate University – Human & Organization Development
PhD Fielding Graduate University – Human & Organization Development

James Wersal, OTD, MSOT, OTR/L, CBIS, DRS, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BA University of Texas Dallas – Psychology
MS Springfield College – Occupational Therapy
OTD Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions

Margaret Wicinski, PT, DPT, EdD, Assistant Professor, Assistant Program Director – FLSA
BA University of Louisville – Biology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Education

Katherine Wilford, PT, DPT, Cert MDT, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS Colorado State University – Health and Exercise Science
DPT Boston University 

Ronni Wilderson, OTR, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
AS North Central Texas College – COTA
BS Texas Woman’s University – Psychology
MOT Texas Woman’s University

Stacy Williams, PT, DPT, OCS – CASM Flex
BS University of California – Animal Physiology and Neuroscience
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Elizabeth Wilson, OTD, OTR/L, CLT, Assistant Professor, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator – CASM
BA University of Missouri-Columbia – Home Economics Journalism
MS University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – Occupational Therapy
OTD Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions 

Sean Witkin, PT, DPT, ACCE, Instuctor – CASM
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
BS California State Univesity-San Marcos – Kinesiology

Kathy H. Wood, PhD, Holistic Cancer Coach, Assistant Director MHA/MHS – FLSA
BSBA Appalachian State University – Health Care Management
MBA Winthrop University – Business Administration
PhD Capella University – Organization & Management, Information

Ryan Wooley, PT, DPT, Instructor – TXAU Flex
BS Colorado College – Geology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Heidi Woolley, Associate Professor, Core Faculty, Assistant Program Director – FLSA
BS Brigham Young University – Special Education
MS Boston University – Occupational Therapy
OTD Boston University 

Rene Wren, EdD, OTD, OT, BCG, Contributing Faculty – TXDA, DE
BS Louisiana State University – Health Sciences Center
OTD Chatham University 
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Vanessa Yanez, MOT, OTR, Contributing Faculty – DE, TXAU
BS University of California, Irvine – Psychology
MS California State University – Occupational Therapy

Rebecca Yates, PhD., CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU, TXDA
BFA Southern Methodist University – Communication Disorders
MS Southern Methodist University – Communication Disorders
PhD University of Oklahoma – Communication Disorders

Mary Zadnik, ScD, Med, OTR/Associate Professor, Program Director – TXAU
BS Florida State University – Psychology
Graduate Certificate OT Temple University – Occupational Therapy
MEd Western Maryland College – Education
ScD Towson University – Occupational Science

Amanda Zappler-Isley, AuD, CCC-A, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
BS University of Texas at Austin – Early Childhood Education
MA University of Texas at Austin – Audiology
AuD A.T. Still University  

Negin Zare, DPT, PT, MOT, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BA University of California, Irvine – Women’s Studies
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Natalia Zborovsky, PT, DPT, Contributing Faculty – FLSA Flex
DDM University of Medicine and Dentistry – Dental Medicine
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences