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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

Mansoor Alameri, PT, MPT, PhD, ADCE, 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

Jennifer Allison, PT, DPT, OCS, Contributing Faculty, Faculty Lab Instructor – Austin
BS Western Kentucky University – Business Management
DPT Belmont University

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

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

Eman Alzoghbieh, PhD, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS Jordan University – Rehabilitation Sciences
MPH California State University – Community Health Education
MAEd California State University – Instructional Educational Technology
PhD Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy

Brent Anderson, PT, 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

Morgan Ascher, PT, DPT, CSCS, Instructor – CASM
BS University of Arizona – Human Psychology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

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

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

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
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

Christine D. Baranick PT, DPT, GCS, CEEAA
BS University of Arizona – Exercise Physiology
DPT University of Southern California

Brady Baron, PT, DPT, NCS, LSVT, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BA Binghamton University, SUNY – Biology
DPT Long Island University 

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

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

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, Assistant Program Director – 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

Luis Fabian Bizama, PT, MPT, PhD, Assistant Professor, Assistant Program Director – TXAU
BS Loma Linda University – Health Science
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 Sciences

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

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, PhD, 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

Blaise Bourgeois, PT, DPT, MTC, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS University of Louisiana at Lafayette – Kinesiology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

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

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

Parker J. Brigance, MSN, RN, CCRN, PMD, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS University of West Florida – Nursing
MSN Aspen University

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

Danielle Brito, PT, DPT, NCS, Instructor – CASM 
BS University of Southern California – Health Promotion Disease Prevention
DPT George Washington University

Isabella Bosire, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, Contributing Faculty – DE
BSN East Central University
MSN University of Texas at Arlington – FNP
DNP Wilmington University

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

Jeremy Brown, PT, DPT, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BA University of Colorado-Boulder – Integrated Physiology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

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

Nichel Brunder-Allen, OTD, OTR/L, CLT, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, Assistant Professor – 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

Nicoleta Buiciuc, DNP, MSN-ED, APRN, FNP-BC, Contributing Faculty – DE
BSN Barry University
MSN Jacksonville University
FNP Certificate Jacksonville University
DNP Jacksonville University

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

Paige Byrnes, MS, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BS University of South Florida – Gerontology/Nursing Home Administration
BS University of South Florida – Communication Sciences and Disorders
MS University of South Florida – Speech-Language Pathology

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

Daniel Calvo, OTD, Instructor – FLSA
BS Florida Southern College – Biology
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

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

Derrick Campbell, PT, DPT, ScD, ADCE, 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

John Campbell, PhD, MS, MBA, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
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

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, Associate Dean, School of Nursing – 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
BA University of Iowa – Speech and Hearing Science
MA Kansas State University – Speech Pathology and Audiology

Rebecca Caudrillier, MOT, OTR, Instructor – TXDA
BS Mansfield University – Special Education
MS Misericordia University – Occupational 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 

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

Micha Clark, MS, CCC-SLP, CNT, CLC, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BA Baylor University – Communication Sciences and Disorders
MS University of Texas at Dallas – Communication 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

Marci Colyer, DNP, PMHNP-BC, AGPCNP-BC, Contributing Faculty – DE
BSN Ferris State University
MSN Walden University
DNP University of Michigan – Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Jessica Comstock, APRN, DNP, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Centre College – Biology
MSN Vanderbilt University – Adult-Gerontologic Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
DNP University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Andrew Concors, PT, DPT, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS University of Michigan
Cert University of Michigan – Physical Therapy
MBA Troy University
DPT University of Montana

Ellen (Ellie) Cooper, MS, CCC-SLP, LSLS, Cert. AVT, Assistant Professor – TXDA
BS University of Arkansas – Communication Disorders
MS Fontbonne University – Speech-Language Pathology
PhD University of South Carolina – Communication Sciences and Disorders

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
BS Houston Baptist University – Business
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

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

Jacqueline Crossen-Sills, PT, PhD, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS Springfield College – Health Education
MS Northeastern University – Physical Therapy
MS Northeastern University – Neurology
PhD Nova Southeastern University – Physical Therapy

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/Long-Term Care
MOT Western New Mexico University

Priscilla Danielson, PhD, CCC-SLP, ATACP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BA Emory & Henry College
MA Memphis State University – Speech Pathology
PhD Temple University – Educational Psychology

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

Christie DeLuca, MS, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BA Boston College – Communications and Psychology
MS New York University – Communicative Sciences and Disorders

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 

Brent Denny, 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

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

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

Trevyn Despain, PT, DPT, Instructor – CASM
BS University of Ulster at Jordanstown – Physical Therapy
DPT University of Montana
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Sylvia Diehl, PhD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
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

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

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

Kristin Domville, PhD, 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

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 

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, ADCE – FLSA Flex
MSPT Florida International University – Physical Therapy
PhD Nova Southeastern University – Physical Therapy

Amanda Eaton, PhD., CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor – CASM
BS Fontbonne University – Speech-Language Pathology
MS Fontbonne University – Speech-Language Pathology
PhD University of Missouri – Psychology, Behavioral Neuroscience

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

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

Ana Endsjo, OTR/L, CLT, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
BS University of Delaware – Nutrition and Dietetics
MOT Nova Southeastern University

Mary Sheena Estalilla, MOT, OTR/L, CNS, Instructor – FLSA
BS Columbia University – Psychology
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesShannon 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

Jessica Fagan, OTD, OTR/L, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, Assistant Professor – 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

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

Charles M. Ferruzza, PT, DPT, ATC/L, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
BS Sacred Heart University – Athletic Training
DPT Sacred Heart University – Physical Therapy

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, Associate 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, Assistant Professor, Clinical Coordinator – TXAU
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

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

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

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

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

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

Cecilia (Cici) Fritts, MS, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BS Texas Christian University – Speech-Language Pathology
MS Texas Christian University – Speech-Language Pathology

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

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

Gretchen Gabbert-Downs, PhD, CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor – 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

Christiana Gabbidon, RN, BSN, MSN-FNP, Contributing Faculty – DE
ADN Navarro College
LVN Navarro College
BSN University of Texas at Arlington
MSN-FNP University of Texas at Arlington

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, Assistant Professor – FLMI
BS Florida International University – Biology
BA Florida International University – Psychology
DPT University of Miami

Mallorie Garcia, MOT, OTR, Contributing Faculty – TXAU Flex
BA St. Edward’s University- Kinesiology
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Melissa Garcia, EdD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
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, Associate 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

Emerson Garcia-Beck, PT, DPT, Contributing Faculty – FLMI
BHS University of Florida – Pre-Physical Therapy
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

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, PhD, OTD, MSS, OTR, Assistant Professor, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator – TXAU
BS University of Florida – Occupational Therapy
MS University of Illinois at Chicago – Occupational Therapy
MSS United States Army War College – Strategic Studies
OTD South University – Occupational Therapy
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

Christina Gildersleeve-Neumann, PhD, CCC-SLP, Associate Program Director, Professor – CASM
BA Oregon State University – German
MA University of Texas-Austin – Communication Sciences and Disorders
PhD University of Texas-Austin – Communication Sciences and Disorders

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

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

Anna Golombek, MS, CCC-SLP, SLP Clinical Coordinator – San Marcos
BA University of California, Berkeley – Linguistics, Music
MS Northern Arizona Univeristy – Clicnical Speech-Language Pathology

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

Tara Gonzalez, PT, DPT, MCT, CFC, ATC, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS Nova Southeastern University – Athletic Training
DPT Nova Southeastern University

Eleanor Gramling, OTR/L, CLT, CTP, CFNIP, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS University of Alabama at Birmingham – Psychology
MS University of Alabama at Birmingham – Occupational Therapy
PPOTD 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 Capstone Coordinator – TXDA
BS University of Louisiana Monroe – Occupational Therapy
MS Mount Mary University – Occupational Therapy
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

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

Sara Grzina, 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

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

Zeida Gutierrez, PHD, OTR/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, BCP, 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

Kristine Hanks, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – 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, PhD, 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

Alexia Harrigan, PT, DPT, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
MSPT Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy
DPT Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy

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

Cynthia Haynes, OTD, MEd, MOT, Assistant Professor, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator – FLSA, DE
BS Ohio State University – Allied Health, Occupational Therapy
MEd Kent State University 
MBA Akron University – Healthcare Marketing & Management
OTD Thomas Jefferson University 

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

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

Grace-Anne Herard, DPT, EdD, Assistant Professor – FLMI
DPT Utica University
EdD Columbia University

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, MS, OTR/L, Assistant Professor, Assistant 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

Remyanne Hilchey, SLPD, Clinical Educator Pro Bono Clinic –TXAU
BA California State University – Communicative Disorders
MA California State University – Communicative Disorders
SLPD Loma Linda University – Speech-Language Pathology

Melanie Hill, PT, DPT, Instructor, ADCE – 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, Assistant Professor, Assistant Program Director – 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
PPOTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

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

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

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

Karina Ingegneri, PT, DPT, Instructor, ADCE – 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 

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

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

Victoria Jacoby, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, Contributing Faculty – DE
ADN-RN Arkansas Northeastern College
MSN-FNP Walden University
DNP Walden University
PMHNP Liberty University

Rebekah Jarrar, OTR/L, Assistant Professor – 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

Emily Jarvis, MOT, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BA University of California, San Diego – Cognitive Science
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

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

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

Anna Jessup, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, Contributing Faculty – DE
BSN Angelo State University
MSN-FNP University of Texas at Austin
DNP Texas Tech University Health Science Center

Sigga Jobe, DNP, AGNP, FNP, Contributing Faculty – DE
BSN Texas Tech University
MSN-FNP Walden Univeristy
DNP-AGNP University of Texas at Arlington

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

Vanessa Jones, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, Contributing Faculty – DE
BSN Medical College of Georgia
MSN-FNP Albany State University 
DNP University of Alabama

Larissa Jordan, PhD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
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, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – DE, FLSA, FLMI
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

Caitlin Kallman, MOT, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BA Texas State University – Liberal Arts
MOT University of Texas Medical Branch

Mohamed Kamel, PT, DPT, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS Cairo University – Physical Therapy
MS Cairo University – Physical Therapy
PhD University of Nottingham – Biomedical Sciences

Edward Kane, PT, PhD, ATC, Contributing Faculty – 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

Stephanie Karidas Vilardebo, PhD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
MA University of Trier – Phonetics
MS University of South Florida – Speech-Language Pathology
PhD University of South Florida – Communication Sciences and Disorders

Pamela 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

Casey Keck, PhD., CCC-SLP, Associate Professor/SLP Residency Director –TXAU
BS Michigan State University – Merchandising Management
MA University of Cincinnati – Speech-Language Pathology
PhD University of Cincinnati – Communication Sciences and Disorders

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

Robert Kentner, DNP, RN, Contributing Faculty – DE
BSN Fort Hays State University
MSN Central Methodist University
DNP University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

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

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

Erica Kines, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, Contributing Faculty – DE
ASN Florida Community College of Jacksonville
BSN Jacksonville University
MSN-FNP Jacksonville University
DNP Jacksonville University

Kristyn King, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
MS Chapman University – Communication Sciences and Disorders
BA University of California, Irvine – Psychology

Rebecca King, OTD, OTR, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator – TXDA
BS Xavier University
MOT Eastern Kentucky University
OTD Eastern Kentucky University

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
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 

Kimberly L. Kristan, PT, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BA University of Colorado – Kinesiology
MS University of Colorado Health Sciences Center – Physical Therapy

Debbie Kuang, OTD, OTR/L, CHT, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BA University of California, Los Angeles – Psychology
MA University of Southern California – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of Southern California

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

Marina Lakhmanchuk, PT, DPT, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
BS University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio – Kinesiology
DPT University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

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

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

Marian 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

Richard (Rik) Lemoncello, PhD, CCC/SLP, Contributing Faculty – San Marcos
BA University of Rochester – Linguistics
MS Emerson College – Communication Disorders and Sciences
PhD University of Oregon – Communication Disorders and Sciences

Macy Lewis, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS Georgia Southern University – Exercise Sciences
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

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

Christina Lighthill, Contributing Faculty – TXDA

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

Kristian Llaca, EdD, 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
EdD 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

Elvis Lopez, PT, DPT, EdD, Assistant Professor – FLSA Flex
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, ADCE, Contributing Faculty – FLSA Flex
BS Boston University – Physical Therapy
MHS University of Indianapolis – Physical Therapy
PhD Touro University International – Health Sciences

Jose Lozano, MD, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
MD Universidad de Monterrey

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

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

Audra Luspin, OTR, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BA University of Texas – History
MS University of Texas Medical Branch – Occupational Therapy

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 

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, Instructor – FLSA
BS Indiana University School of Medicine – Occupational Therapy
MA Quinnipiac University – Occupational Therapy
PPOTD Spalding University

Maud Makoni, OTD, OTR/L, CHT, Contributing 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, Director of SLP Clinical Instruction – TXDA
BS Texas Christian University – Speech-Language Pathology, Minor in Psychology
MS Texas Christian University – Speech-Language Pathology

Yelin Martin, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – TXAU Flex
BA University of Texas- Philosophy
MS University of Texas Health Science Center – Occupational Therapy

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

Katherine Martinez, MS, CCC-SLP, Pro Bono Clinical Supervisor – CASM
BS California State University, San Marcos – Kinesiology
MS University of South Carolina – Communication Sciences and Disorders

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, 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

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

Megann McGill, PhD., CCC-SLP, Associate Professor – CASM
BS University of Texas at Austin – Communication Sciences and Disorders
MA University of Texas at Austin – Speech-Language Pathology
PhD University of Texas at Austin – Speech-Language Pathology

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, OTD, MOT, OTR, Assistant Professor – TXDA
BA University of South Africa – Psychology
MOT Texas Woman’s University
OTD Texas Woman’s University

Martina (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, DRS, Program Director – TXDA
MOT Maryville University Saint Louis
OTD Texas Woman’s University 

Ashley Meaux, PhD, CCC-SLP, Associate Professor, Director of SLP Clinical Education Placement – 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, Contributing Faculty – 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 

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

Kathryn Mercer, MS., CCC-SLP, Instructor, Clinical Coordinator – 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

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

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

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

Claryssa Montgomery, SLPD, CCC-SLP, Instructor, Clinical Coordinator – TXAU
BS University of Texas at Austin – Communication Sciences and Disorders
MS-SLP University of North Texas
SLPD Northwestern University

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

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

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

Lekeitha Morris, PhD, CCC-SLP, Professor, Associate Program Director – TXDA
BS University of Central Arkansas – Speech-Language Pathology
MS University of Central Arkansas – Speech-Language Pathology
PhD Louisiana State University – Communication Disorders

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 Pittsburgh

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 

Cassandra Nelson, OTD, MBA, OTR/L, CNS, CEAS I, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator – TXDA
MS University of New Hampshire – Occupational Therapy
OTD Quinnipiac University
MBA Quinnipiac University

Lisa Nichols, PT, EdD, ADCE, 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 – EducationSusan Nickelson, OTD, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS University of Texas Medical Branch-Galveston – Occupational Therapy
PPOTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

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

Brunella Ocasio, DPT, Contributing Faculty – FLSA
BS University of Central Florida – Molecular and Microbiology
MS University of Central Florida – Physical Therapy
DPT Nova Southeastern University 

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 Wilmington University
MSN Texas Woman’s University
BSN Indiana University Northwest

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

Courtney Omary, RN, DNP, MNS, NI-BC, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS Carnegie Mellon University – Graphic Communications Management
BSN University of Maryland
MSN Johns Hopkins University – Healthcare Administration
DNP Emory University – Population Health

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

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

Kathryn O’Shields, PhD, Linguistic – TXAU
BA University of Texas at Austin – English
MA University of Texas at Austin – Gender Studies
PhD City University of New York Graduate Center – Linguistics

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

Cory Parker, PT, DPT, Instructor – CASM
BA Bridgewater State University – Business Administration
DPT 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, MEd, OT, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BA Tulane University – Sociology
MEd Springfield College – Occupational Therapy
OTD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Akash Patel, DPT, Contributing Faculty, Faculty Lab Instructor – TXDA
BS University of Alabama at Birmingham – Kinesiology
DPT Midwestern University

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 

Glenn “Richard” Penny, PhD, MBA, Contributing Faculty – DE
BA Wake Forest University – Psychology
PhD Duke University – Psychology
MBA City University

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

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

Jessica Phung, PT, DPT, Instructor, Assistant Director of Clinical Experiences – CASM
BS University of San Diego – Physics
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Caryn Pierce, PT, DScPT, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS Andrews University – Anatomy & Physiology
MS Andrews University – Physical Therapy
DsC Andrews University – Orthopedic Manual PT

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

Leven Potter, PT, DPT, Contributing Faculty, Faculty Lab Instructor – FLSA
BS Florida State University – Exercise Physiology
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, Director of Research – FLSA
BS College of South Carolina – Biology
DPT Medical University of South Carolina
EdD Liberty University – Curriculum and Instruction

Monica Putt, MS, CCC-SLP, Instructor, Clinical Coordinator – CASM
BA University of Arizona – Women’s Studies
MS New York University – Communication Sciences and Disorders

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

Adele Raade, PhD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BS Western Michigan University – Speech-Language Pathology
MA Northwestern University – Speech-Language Pathology
PhD University of Florida – Speech-Language Pathology

Carmina “Minnie” Lagarejos Rafael, PT, DPT, GCS, CEEAA, Instructor/ADCE – 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

Rossana Ramires, MS, CCC-SLP, Clinical Educator, Pro Bono Clinic – TXAU
BS Metodista Izabela Hendrix University Center – Speech-Language Pathology
MS Pontifical Catholic University – Speech-Language Pathology

Madeline Ratoza, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor, ADCE – 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 

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 

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

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

Ana Rivera Rodriguez, PhD, CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor – FLSA
BA University of Central Florida – Communication Sciences & Disorders
MA University of Central Florida – Communication Sciences & Disorders
PhD University of Florida – Speech Language & Hearing Sciences 

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

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

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

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

Lizzette Roman Marrero, SLP.D., PhD., CCC-SLP – Associate Professor – Associate Program Director – FLSA
BA InterAmerican University – Special Education
MS Syracuse University – Speech-Language Pathology
SLPD Nova Southeastern University - Speech-Language Pathology
PhD Albizu University – Human Services

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

Danielle (Dani) Rosenzweig, PT, DPT, 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

Kelly Roy, MS, CCC-SLP, Affiliated Faculty and Lead Clinical Educator – CASM, FLSA, TXAU, TXDA
BA University of Alabama – Communicative Disorders
MS-SLP Fontbonne University

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

Jennifer Sagehorn, Contributing Faculty, Factuly Lab Instructor – TXDA
BS San Francisco State University – Biology
MS-SLP University of the Pacific

Christine Salmon, PT, DPT, EdD, Associate 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

Elizabeth Sampson, DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, Contributing Faculty – DE
BSN Flinders University
MSN Flinders University
DNP Chatham University

Renee Samuels Laurent, DNP, PMHNP-BC, Contributing Faculty – DE
BA City University of New York – Psychology
BSN City University of New York
MSN Florida Atlantic University
DNP Florida Atlantic University

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

Jesus Santibanez, MBA, MA, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty –TXAU
BS University of Texas at Austin – Communication Sciences and Disorders
MA University of Texas at Austin – Communication Sciences and Disorders
MBA University of Texas of the Permian Basin – Business
EdD Candidate University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences – current student

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
BA Hendrix College – Psychology
MA Louisiana State University – Speech-Language Pathology
PhD Louisiana State University – Emphasis in Neurogenic Communication Disorders

Michelle Sawtelle, PT, PhD, NCS, Associate Professor – TXAU
BS University of Texas Austin – Kinesiology
MPT University of Texas Medical Branch – Physical Therapy
PhD Texas Woman’s University Houston – Physical Therapy

Chad Schmeeckle, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS, Instructor – TXDA
BS University of Nebraska – Design
MS University of Nebraska – Architecture
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

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 Dean, 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 

Krista Settle, Contributing Faculty, Faculty Lab Instructor – TXDA
BS Indiana University – Exercise Sciences
MPT Northwestern University
DPT Northwestern University

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

Laurie Shimko, PT, ADCE, 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)

Laura Siviter, PT, DPT, FAAOMPT, MCT, Instructor – FLSA
BS Stetson University – Exercise Science
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
DSc Bellin College – Physical Therapy

Heather Smestad, Contributing Faculty – TXAU

Mary Smith, PhD, OTR, Contributing Faculty –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

Meredith F. Smith, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
BS Wake Forest University – Health and Exercise Science

Pamela Smith, PhD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
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

Samantha Sorce, PT, DPT, Instructor – CASM
BS San Diego State University – Kinesiology
DPT San Diego State University

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

Elizabeth A. Speaker-Christensen, CCC-SLP, ATP,  Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BS Northern Illinois University – Communicative Disorders
MA Northern Illinois University – Speech-Language Pathology

Rudie Spigarelli, PT, DPT, CMT, ADCE 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 

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

Nicole Summers, OTR, AFWC, Instructor – TXAU
BS University of New Mexico – Exercise Physiology
MOT Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

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, EdD, PT, DPT, Assistant Professor – FLMI
BS University of Louisiana at Lafayette – Exercise Science
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 
EdD 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

Mary Tanner, Contributing Faculty – TXDA

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

Edwin Tizon, PT, DPT, Instructor – CASM
BS California State University, Fullerton – Cellular and Developmental Biology
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Alayna Townsend, PhD., CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor – TXDA
BS Xavier University of Louisiana – Communication Sciences and Disorders
MA University of Cincinnati – Communication Sciences and Disorders
PhD Howard University – Communication Sciences and Disorders

Wendy Tremaine, PhD, OTR/L, Doctoral Coordinator, Assistant Professor – TXDA
BS Medical College of Georgia – Occupational Therapy
MA University of Southern California – Pediatric Occupational Therapy
PhD University of Georgia – Educational Policy and Administration

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 

Yuen Yi Florence Tse, DSc, PT, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BS Hong Kong Polytechnic University – Physical Therapy
MS Boston University – Physical Therapy
DSc Loma Linda University – Physical Therapy 

Catherine Tsang-Wu, OTD, OTR/L, CBIS, Associate Professor – TXDA
BS San Jose State University – Occupational Therapy
OTD Quinnipiac University

Timothy Tu, DSc, MEd, OTR, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BS University of California, Los Angeles – Psychobiology
MEd Concordia University Irvine
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

Chase Twedell, PT, DPT, OCS, Lab Instructor – TXDA
BA Chapman University – Communication Studies
DPT University of Southern California    

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

Lynea Upson, MOT, OTR/L, Assistant Professor – TXDA
BA Baylor University – Communication Sciences and Disorders
MOT Texas Woman’s University

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

Tonya Varney, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, Contributing Faculty – DE
BSN Ohio University
MSN Ohio University – Family Nurse Practitioner
DNP Capella University

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

Archana Vatwani, PT, DPT, EdD, MBA, Professor/Program Director – TXDA
BA St. Catherine University 
DPT Temple University
MBA Holy Family University
EdD Nebraska Methodist College – Educational Leadership in Healthcare

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

Albert Villaneuva-Reyes, EdD., M.Sc., CCC-SLP, Professor – FLSA
BA University of Puerto Rico – Secondary Education
MS University of Puerto Rico – Speech-Language Pathology
EdD University of Puerto Rico – Teaching & Curriculum
M.Sc University of Puerto Rico – Clinical Research

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

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

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

Sheri Walters, PT, DPT, PhD, ATC/L, SCS, CSCS, Contributing Faculty – TXDA
BS East Central University – Education
MS University of Florida – Exercise and Sport Science
MSPT University of Florida – Physical Therapy
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
PhD Texas Woman’s University – Physical Therapy

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

Sally Waters, MA, CCC-SLP, Instructor, Clinical Coordinator – FLSA
BA University of Florida – English Language and Literature
MA University of Florida – Communication Sciences and Disorders

Julie Watson, Contributing Faculty – FLSA

Katherine Watson, OTD, OTR/L, CDP, Contributing Faculty, Faculty Lab Instructor – FLSA
BS Olivet Nazarene University – Exercise Sciences
OTD Huntington University

Deanne Wayt, CCC-SLP, Affiliated Faculty, Clinical Educator – CASM, FLSA, TXAU, TXDA
BA Wittenberg University – French
MA George Washington University – Speech-Language Pathology

Brooke Weber, MS, OTR/L, Instructor – TXAU
BA Tufts University- Child Development
MS Tufts University- Occupational Therapy

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

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

Tyler Whitcomb, DPT, PT, Contributing Faculty – CASM
BA Willamette University – Exercise Science
AS Loma LInda University – Physical Therapy Assistant
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences​

Margaret Wicinski, PT, DPT, EdD, Associate 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

Jenny Williams, OTD, OTR/L, Instructor/Academic Fieldwork Coordinator – TXDA
MOT Maryvile University
OTD Eastern Kentucky 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 

Samantha Winterberg, EdD, Contributing Faculty – DE
BS State University New York – Business Management
MA Northcentral University – Health Psychology
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Christopher Wise, Senior Academic Program Director, Texas Programs – TXAU
BA Messiah College – Sports Medicine
MS Arcadia University Physical Therapy
DPT Widener University
PhD Nova Southeastern University – Physical Therapy

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

Kathy H. Wood, PhD, FHFMA, CHSE, CAHME Fellow, Senior Program Director, Post Professional and MHA/MHS – FLSA
BSBA Appalachian State University – Health Care Management
MBA Winthrop University – Business Administration
PhD Capella University – Organization & Management, Information Technology, Healthcare Administration

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

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

Jie Yang, PhD., CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor – TXAU
BA Central South University, China – English
MA Hunan University, China – Linguistics and Applied Linguistics
PhD University of Texas at Austin – Communication Sciences and Disorders

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

Amanda Zappler-Isley, AuD, CCC-A, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
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, Instructor – FLSA
DDM University of Medicine and Dentistry – Dental Medicine
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 

Joseph Zelenke, EdD, CCC-SLP, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BS Ithaca College – Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
MS Northeastern University – Speech-Language Pathology
EdD University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Zachary Zwierz, OTR/L, Contributing Faculty – TXAU
BA University of Iowa- Health and Human Physiology
MOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences