Konrad J. Dias PT, DPT, PhD, CCS is an energetic, animated and passionate educator. He utilizes technology and clinical examples to translate complex concepts and evidence into improving daily patient care. As a certified Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Clinical Specialist and as a Professor of Physical Therapy at Maryville University of St. Louis; Dr. Dias has maintained an advanced record of teaching, scholarship, service and professional development. He has authored the clinical practice guidelines for managing patients with heart failure, and has disseminated contemporary physical therapy practice both nationally and internationally. Dr. Dias has also authored several chapters in renowned textbooks and published articles in the Journal of Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy. His joy and passion for teaching, research and patient care makes him an apt instructor for continuing education courses.
Elliot M. Greenberg, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS received his Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Pace University, his PhD in physical therapy through Nova Southeastern University. and his clinical doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) from Arcadia University. Dr. Greenberg is a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy and also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.
Dr. Greenberg’s clinical expertise is in the area of orthopedics and sports medicine, focusing his practice mainly on the subspecialty of the young athlete. Dr. Greenberg currently practices as an advanced clinician at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Sports Medicine and Performance Center. He also serves as adjunct faculty at Arcadia University teaching orthopedic content in the entry-level DPT curriculum and within the orthopedic clinical residency program.
Dr. Greenberg has had the privilege of presenting at both national and state level conferences on the topics of pediatric and adolescent rehabilitation and prevention of sports related injuries. He co-authored a chapter on pediatric sports injuries in the latest edition of Pediatric Physical Therapy and his work has been published in peer reviewed journals including The Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy.
John D. Heick, PT, DPT, PhD, OCS, NCS, SCS is an associate professor at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona. Dr. Heick received his clinical Doctorate and Master's degree in Physical Therapy from Shenandoah University and undergraduate from Northern Arizona University. Dr. Heick received his Ph.D. in 2015 from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Orthopaedic and Sports Science with his dissertation on concussion assessment. John has practiced physical therapy for 16 years in various settings to include the emergency department, sports, orthopaedics, neurologic, wound care, aquatics, inpatient rehabilitation, acute care and in a balance center. John continues to practice clinically prn in an orthopaedic/sports outpatient clinic and participates on a regular basis in the NAU pro bono Orthopaedic and Neurologic clinic. John is board certified by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties in orthopaedics, neurology, and sports. John is active and engaged in the Arizona Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association currently serving as President of the chapter.
Amanda Palombo, PT, DPT, PCS received her B.S. in Exercise Science and Sports Studies with a Minor in Biological Sciences and Psychology along with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. Her clinical expertise afforded her board certifications as a Pediatric Clinical Specialist by the APTA Board of Clinical Specialties and a Certified Brain Injury Specialist by the Brain Injury Association of America. Dr. Palombo brings theory to practice as she shares her eclectic experiences in the acute inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation, and school settings working with individuals from birth to 21 years of age. Dr. Palombo values research and teaching. She has presented her research at the national APTA Combined Sections Meeting and serves as an Adjunct Instructor for the Rutgers University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program for the Exercise Science, Kinesiology and Biomechanics, and Cardiopulmonary courses. Her passion for teaching, research, and working with children makes her an apt instructor for this course.
Rina Pandya, PT, DPT, received her entry level physical therapy degree from the School of Allied Health Sciences Manipal, India and her post professional doctoral degree from the University of Michigan- Flint. Having practiced physical therapy in four countries including India, Oman, the United Kingdom and the United States coupled with administrative experiences as a rehabilitation manager; Dr. Pandya shares an eclectic model of practice that maximizes autonomous care. As an avid believer of lifelong professional learning, Dr. Pandya has taken an extensive number of professional development courses and certifications that allow her to teach contemporary practice to clinicians. Dr. Pandya’s appreciation for evidence-based practice continues following completion of a formal research methods program offered through the Manchester School of Physiotherapy in the United Kingdom. Dr. Pandya’s passion for teaching and learning along with the joy in helping clinicians succeed makes her an apt instructor for this course.
Michelle Peterson, PT, DPT, PhD, CCS is a licensed physical therapist with a clinical doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) from Drexel University, PA. In addition, Dr. Peterson has a PhD in Physical Therapy from Nova Southeastern University. As an APTA Board Certified Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Clinical Specialist, Dr. Peterson currently serves as the lead ICU therapist at Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center in Camden, NJ and as an adjunct faculty member at Rutgers University. Dr. Peterson is actively involved in research and has published an article in the Journal of Acute Care Physical Therapy. Dr. Peterson is a firm believer of collaborative care within the ICU and putting theory and evidence into practice. As a lead clinician, Dr. Peterson has been integrally involved in developing the role of the rehabilitation professional in the ICU, enabling her to earn the Champion Award at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in 2007. Dr Peterson has also provided service to the community and enhanced her teaching ability through instruction of CPR classes and providing lectures to various organizations within the community. Her passion for teaching and joy in seeing the critically ill patient improve functionally makes her an apt instructor for this program.
Dr. Rose Pignataro has been a physical therapist for more than 30 years. Her clinical background includes wound prevention and management, acute care, adult rehabilitation, and geriatrics. Dr. Pignataro is a certified wound management specialist through the American Board of Wound Management and a certified health education specialist (National Commission for Health Education Credentialing). She is currently an associate professor and the Assistant Chair of Physical Therapy at Emory & Henry College in Marion, Virginia. Dr. Pignataro has a BS in physical therapy from Hunter College, a master’s in health science education, a doctorate in physical therapy from Stony Brook University, and a PhD in public health from West Virginia University.
Stacy Tylka, PT, DPT, WCS, CLT, received her master’s degree in physical therapy from Saint Louis University in 2002 and her post-professional doctorate of physical therapy degree from Washington University in 2009.
Dr. Tylka currently serves as Assistant Professor in both Physical Therapy and Orthopedic Surgery at Washington University. In addition, Dr. Tylka treats patients with women's health conditions (including both breast health and pelvic health), orthopedic conditions, and lymphedema and is integrally involved in mentoring women's health physical therapy residents at Washington University’s Physical Therapy Clinics.
Dr. Tylka was in the inaugural class of the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties' Women's Health Clinical Specialists (WCS) and earned her certification in lymphedema therapy (CLT) through Klose Training and Consulting. Dr. Tylka was recognized by the APTA Section on Women's Health as Volunteer of the Year in 2004 and as an APTA Emerging Leader in 2006 for her talents in and dedication to the field of physical therapy.
Dr. Tylka’s passion for teaching, clinical experience and specialty in women’s health makes her an apt instructor for this course.
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