Kate Ayoub (no photo)

Kate Ayoub

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Rebecca Barnes (no photo)

Rebecca Barnes

Clinical Education Specialist

Physical Therapy

Contact

Phone: 703-908-7514

Email: rebecca.barnes@marymount.edu

Jade J. Bender-Burnett (no photo)

Jade J. Bender-Burnett

Assistant Professor

Physical Therapy

<b>Academic Credentials</b>

BS, University of Evansville
MS, University of Evansville
DPT, Marymount University
Licensed Physical Therapist in VA
Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist

<b>Biography</b>

Dr. Jade Bender-Burnett received a BS and MS in Physical Therapy from the University of Evansville in 2006 and a transitional DPT degree from Marymount University in 2009. In addition, Dr. Bender-Burnett is an ABPTS Board Certified Neurological Clinical Specialist (NCS) and an APTA certified Clinical Instructor. She is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association, served as Education Chair for the DC Chapter of the APTA, and is now a member of the Virginia Chapter of the APTA. Dr. Bender-Burnett currently completed 6 years of volunteerism as a member and Co-Chair of the Exam Development Committee for the Federation of the State Boards of Physical Therapy. At Marymount University, Dr. Bender-Burnett has served as a tutorial leader and lab assistant for Neuroscience, Acute Care, and Neurologic Rehabilitation courses. Additionally, she teaches PT 701: Pathophysiology, PT 757 Leadership, Professional Development, and Expert Practice and advises for PT 803: Case Reports. Dr. Bender-Burnett has authored numerous entries in Elsevier’s Clinical Skills for the Therapist and serves as a peer reviewer for the product as well. She continues clinical practice at Neuro PT in Falls Church, VA, and her background is in treating patients with neurologic impairment in the acute rehab setting. Dr. Bender-Burnett’s experience includes acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, and outpatient physical therapy treatment for stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, vestibular rehabilitation, amputee, and multi-trauma.

<b>Teaching Area</b>
<ul>
<li>Pathophysiology Leadership</li>
<li>Professional Development</li>
<li>Expert Practice Neurological Physical Therapy Clinical Neuroscience Acute Care Physical Therapy Case Reports</li>
</ul>
<b>Research Interests</b>
<ul>
<li>Otago Exercise Program Implementation NQF endorsement and quality measure maintenance Functional Assessment of Standardized Items set Leadership and Education Student Perceptions of Digital Practice</li>
</ul>
<b>Publications</b>
<ul>
<li>Malinson T., Harwood K., Weaver J., Bender-Burnett JJ., &amp; Johnson H. Functional Assessment, Interoperability and Quality Measurement: FASI Paves the Way. Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association. Feb 2-5, 2022. San Antonio. Poster Presentation.</li>
<li>Hardy-Gostin, CJ, Negley KJ, Bender-Burnett, JJ. Otago Exercise Program Delivery using Digital Practice: A Prospective Case Report. Journal of Frailty, Sarcopenia and Falls. Education Session at ACAPT Education and Leadership Conference 2021: Developing digital readiness: Creating a digital physical therapy module for DPT education to challenge student perceptions and abilities.</li>
<li>Moran, M., Bryson, C., Bender-Burnett, J. Washington State APTA Fall Conference. Oct, 15, 2021. Continuing Education Course: Do You Know Otago?,</li>
<li>Bender-Burnett, JJ. &amp; Murdin, JK. Awarded 6.0 CEUs. Virginia APTA Approved Continuing Education Course.</li>
<li>Bender-Burnett, JJ. April 24, 2021. Implementing the Otago Exercise Program, Awarded 3.0 CEUs. Virginia APTA Fall Summit 2020: Building Academic-Community Based Partnerships For Reducing Falls. Poster Presentation</li>
<li>Bender, JJ.; Harris, CD.; Harris, KA.; Jensen, HJ.; Kennedy, BA.; Martin, S; Rodd, D; Underwood, F. “Is the President’s Challenge a Valid Test of Fitness in Children Ages 10-14?” Medicine &amp; Science in Sports &amp; Exercise: May 2006. Volume 38 (5) p S213.</li>
<li>Publication of subject matter expert interview on Post-Stroke Fatigue: Stroke Connection Magazine: Spring 2017. Helping Others Understand: Post-Stroke Fatigue. Authored Publications in Mosby’s Rehabilitation Therapy Skills Tool including: Transfer Technique: Patients with Sling and Upper Extremity Weight-Bearing Restrictions, Transfer Technique: Patients with Limited Weight Bearing on a Lower Extremity, Transfer Technique: Postoperative Patients with Hip Precautions, Transfer Technique: Patients with Hemiplegia, Electrical Stimulation, Bed Mobility: Patient with Hemiplegia, Romberg Test, Bed Mobility: Total Hip Arthroplasty, Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation, Bed. Mobility: Patients with Posterior Total Hip Precautions, Percussive Manipulations, Stroking Manipulations, Sensory Testing: Stereognosis, Sensory Testing: Kinesthesia, Sensory Testing: Vibration, Sensory Testing: Proprioception, Sensory Testing: Temperature, Ultrasound Treatment Modality. 2015-2017</li>
</ul>

Contact

Email: jade.bender@marymount.edu

Marti Carroll, PT, DPT, MS, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy (no photo)

Marti Carroll, PT, DPT, MS, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy

Director of Clinical Education

Physical Therapy

<b>Academic Credentials</b>

BS, Physical Therapy, Northeastern University
MS, Education, Johns Hopkins University
DPT, Marymount University
ABPTS Neurological Clinical Specialist (NCS)
Licensed Physical Therapist in DC, MA, MD, VA

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<b>Biography</b>

Dr. Carroll has been part of Marymount’s faculty since 2013. Prior to joining Marymount’s faculty, Dr. Carroll practiced at the Medstar National Rehabilitation Hospital in Washington, DC for 27 years.&nbsp; During that time she served as the Center Coordinator for Clinical Education and Inpatient Physical Therapy Clinical Supervisor for the Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Pediatric Programs.&nbsp; Dr. Carroll’s areas of expertise include the rehabilitation of the neurologically impaired adult/child, wheelchair seating/ positioning, and orthotic prescription and fabrication.

Dr. Carroll also has extensive international physical therapy experience.&nbsp; Since 1999 she has been a physical therapy consultant for Romanian Christian Enterprises.&nbsp; The emphasis of her work in Romania has been the rehabilitation, education and re-integration of disabled orphan children.

<b>Other Information</b>

<b>Teaching Area</b>
<ul>
<li>Clinical Practicum</li>
<li>Neurological Rehabilitation</li>
<li>Acute Care</li>
</ul>
<b>Research Interests</b>
<ul>
<li>DPT Admissions</li>
<li>Professional Behaviors</li>
<li>Teaching and Learning &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<b>Publications</b>

Carroll M &amp; Ries JD. Marymount University Doctor of Physical Therapy Annual Interview Day: Controlled Chaos. APTA Combined Sections Meeting. Poster Presentation, Anaheim, CA February 2016.

JM Hidler, M Carroll, E H Federovich. Strength and Coordination in the Paretic Leg of Individuals Following Acute Stroke. <em>Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering</em>. 2007; 15:526-534.

Contact

Phone: 703-284-4987

Email: martha.carroll@marymount.edu

Samuel Corbin (no photo)

Samuel Corbin

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Contact

Phone: 703-522-5600 x5980

Email: samuel.corbin@marymount.edu

Jason Craig (no photo)

Jason Craig

Professor

Physical Therapy

<b>Academic Credentials</b><p>B.Sc. (Hons), D.Phil., University of Ulster at Jordanstown (Northern Ireland)<br />
Chartered Physiotherapist,
Licensed Physical Therapist in MD<p><b>Biography</b><p><p>Dr. Jason Craig has the unique perspective of having studied, and been on faculty, at one of the premier physiotherapy schools in the United Kingdom and having translated that foundation to become an educator in the United States. This global perspective provides distinct insights into the practice of physical therapy and the management of patients.</p>

<p>Dr. Craig has spent a considerable amount of his career working with athletes of all skill levels, from the upcoming teenage athletes to college stars, right up to Olympic hopefuls and world-class competitors. This work has allowed him to travel the world assisting athletes in pursuit of their dreams on the stage of world competition.</p>

<p>Dr. Craig brings his passion for the use of technology to his teaching with the incorporation of a variety of platforms used to communicate the information students require to be successful in their careers as physical therapists.</p>
<p><b>Other Information</b><p><p><b>Teaching Area</b><p><ul>
<li>Case Reports</li>
<li>Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Research Interests</b><p><ul>
<li>Management of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness</li>
<li>Electrical Stimulation of External Rotators Muscles of the Shoulder following Shoulder Impingement</li>
</ul>

<p> </p>
<p><b>Publications</b><p>

Contact

Phone: 703-284-5988

Email: Jason.Craig@marymount.edu

Skye Donovan (no photo)

Skye Donovan

Professor

Physical Therapy

<b>Academic Credentials</b>

BS, Ursinius College
MS, Texas Woman's University
PhD, Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
Licensed Physical Therapist in VA

<b>Biography</b>

Skye is the Director of the School of Health Sciences at Marymount University, which includes physical therapy, occupational therapy, public health, exercise science, and health education programs. She is also a professor in the DPT program and she teaches pathophysiology and gross anatomy. Skye has a Ph.D. in biochemistry, and two MS degrees; one in physiology and biophysics and one in physical therapy. Her areas of practice include orthopedics and sports medicine.

Skye is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) where she sits on the Board of Directors. Skye has served in several leadership roles for the APTA including acting as the Combined Sections Meeting Planning Co-Chair, serving on the student leadership development task force, and as a member of the Centennial planning committee.

Skye presents her research at national meetings, such as those of the APTA, American College of Sportsmedicine, and the Arthroscopy Association of North America. She also publishes in a variety of peer-reviewed rehabilitation and health-care management journals. Skye is also highly involved in service, serving as the Go Baby Go liaison with Jason Craig for the mid-Atlantic region, and was awarded the Societal Impact award from the APTA in 2020. You can follow her on Twitter at @JSkyeDonovan

<b>Other Information</b>

<b>Teaching Area</b>
<ul>
<li>Applied Pathophysiology</li>
<li>Gross Anatomy</li>
<li>Exercise Physiology</li>
</ul>
<b>Research Interests</b>
<ul>
<li>Surgical and rehabilitation outcomes for orthopedic conditions</li>
<li>Physical Therapist Education</li>
<li>Impact of Go Baby Go modified cars on mobility and social interactions in children</li>
</ul>
<b>Publications</b>

Publications and Presentations 2015-Present:

Design a better group experience for DPT students using Strengthsfinder. Megan Moran, Skye Donovan, Linda Christie. Education Session: ELC 2019, Seattle, WA.

The role of stability training in management of athletic pubalgia and hip labral pathology. Poster presentation: Megan Moran, Katherine Rogowski, Skye Donovan and Robert Metzger.

The APTA- Your not so secret weapon. Dan Dale, Skye Donovan, Jason Bellamy, Lisa Marie Finnegan, Kaylee Pobocik. Education session: APTA NEXT 2019 Chicago, IL

Please Touch: Mobility and Movement-Related Research, Design and Technology. Skye Donovan, Jason Craig, Cole Galloway, Jennifer Tucker. Education session: APTA NEXT Conference 2019 Chicago, IL &amp; 2018 Orlando, FL.

Innovation Among the Deceased -&nbsp;Anatomy&nbsp;Education Revisited. Skye Donovan, Jason Craig, Kelly Negley.&nbsp;Education session:&nbsp; for ELC 2018 Jacksonville, FL.

PT and PTA Students’ Clinical Reasoning: What? So What? Now What? Skye Donovan, Jason Craig, Diana Venskus. Education session: APTA NEXT Conference 2017 Boston, MA

Building APTA Membership and Advancing Physical Therapy. Skye Donovan, Jimmy McKay, Carrie Pagliano, Sharon Dunn. Education session: APTA NEXT Conference 2017 Boston, MA

Women’s Health in a DPT Curriculum: Integration Without Adding to Academic Bloat. Skye Donovan and Carrie Pagliano. Education session: APTA CSM 2018. New Orleans, LA.

Beyond FITT-ness: Changing How We Teach Therapeutic Exercise in a DPT Curriculum. Skye Donovan and Megan Brown. Education session: APTA CSM 2018. New Orleans, LA.

Tibial plateau fracture in a professional musical athlete participating in drum corps: A case report. Carolyn Drislane, Cora Ray, Skye Donovan. Poster presentation APTA CSM 2017. San Antonio, TX.&nbsp;

The efficacy of trigger point dry needling in improving recovery in collegiate level pitchers. David Fathlikhani, Skye Donovan, Todd Hooks. Poster presentation APTA NEXT conference 2016. Nashville, TN

Correlation between patient biometric hip data and arthroscopic measurements and operative time. Derek Ochiai, Gilberto Alvarado, James Lee, Skye Donovan. Platform presentation: ISHA meeting 2015 Cambridge, England.

Enabling learning when class is done. Jason Craig and Skye Donovan. Education session: Education Leadership Conference meeting of APTA 2015. Baltimore, MD&nbsp;

Nirschl R, Helming J, Jafari M, Adib F, Donovan S. Bilateral rotator cuff repair utilizing augmentation nine patch grafts over 24 years in one patient with polio paraplegia. A Case Report. Case studies in surgery. 2016 2(4): 1-5.
Ochiai D, Donovan S, Adib F, Guidi E. Variation in planned resection of CAM FAI based on surgeon experience. Adv in Orthop Surg 2015 article ID 239601 5 pages.

Contact

Phone: 703-284-5978

Email: Skye.Donovan@marymount.edu

Cathy Elrod (no photo)

Cathy Elrod

Professor

Physical Therapy

<b>Academic Credentials</b>

B.S., Virginia Tech
M.S., Medical College of Virginia
Ph.D., George Mason University
Licensed Physical Therapist in VA

<b>Biography</b>

<b>Other Information</b>

With expertise in the management of medically complex patients, Dr. Cathy Elrod has been part of Marymount’s faculty since 1997. She has practiced in home health and at large trauma hospitals, including the Medical University Hospital of the Medical University of South Carolina and Inova Fairfax Hospital. Through funding by federal grants, she recently has been integrating evidence-based fall prevention programs for older adults into the Northern Virginia region. She is a master trainer for Stay Active and Independent for Life and a Matter of Balance. Dr. Elrod is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Virginia Physical Therapy Association where she has held positions at the state and national level.

<b>Teaching Area</b>
<ul>
<li>Introductory course on the profession of physical therapy and the larger health care environment in which physical therapists practice</li>
<li>Older adults/geriatrics</li>
</ul>
<b>Research Interests</b>

Dr. Elrod's research interests include falls prevention and intervention strategies for older adults, factors that affect the quality of life for older adults, and influences of social issues on rehabilitation and the delivery of patient care

<b>Publications</b>

<u>Elrod C</u>. Geriatric Physical Therapy in the 21<sup>st</sup> Century: Overarching Principles and Approaches to Practice. In <em>Guccione’s Geriatric Physical Therapy</em>, 4<sup>th</sup> ed. St. Louis, MO: Elsevier, 2019: 1-16.

Tripken J, <u>Elrod C</u>. Young Adults’ Perspectives on Advance Care Planning. <em>American Journal of Hospice &amp; Palliative Medicine</em>. 2018;35(4):627-634.

Tripken J, <u>Elrod C</u>, Bills S. Factors Influencing Advance Care Planning Among Older Adults in Two Socioeconomically Diverse Living Communities. <em>American Journal of Hospice &amp; Palliative Medicine</em>. 2018;35(1):69-74.

Tripken J, <u>Elrod C</u>, Bills S. The design and Implementation of a Theory-Based Interdisciplinary Falls Prevention Pilot Program for Community Dwelling Older Adults. <em>American Journal of Health Studies</em>. 2017;32(4):208-218.

<u>Elrod C</u>. Musculoskeletal System. In Paz J, West MP, eds. <em>Acute Care Handbook for Physical Therapists</em>, 4<sup>th</sup> ed. St. Louis, MO: Elsevier; 2014:85-122.

Guccione A, <u>Elrod C</u>. Health and Function: Patient Management Principles. In Guccione A, Wong R, Avers D, eds. <em>Geriatric Physical Therapy</em>. St. Louis, MO: Elsevier; 2012: 87-103.

Costello E, <u>Elrod C</u>, Tepper S. Clinical Decision Making in the Acute Care Environment: A Survey of Practicing Clinicians. <em>Journal of Acute Care Physical Therapy</em>. 2011;2(2):46-54.

Contact

Phone: 703-284-5984

Email: Cathy.Elrod@marymount.edu

Lobna Elsarafy (no photo)

Lobna Elsarafy

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Contact

Phone: 703-522-5600 x5980

Email: lobna.elsarafy@marymount.edu

Elissa Federovich (no photo)

Elissa Federovich

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Frederick Gilbert (no photo)

Frederick Gilbert

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Kristen Handy (no photo)

Kristen Handy

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Brett Jackson (no photo)

Brett Jackson

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Vanessa Kennedy (no photo)

Vanessa Kennedy

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Contact

Phone: 703-522-5600 x5980

Email: vanessa.kennedy@marymount.edu

Annie Koslow (no photo)

Annie Koslow

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Contact

Phone: 703-522-5600 x5980

Email: annie.keener@marymount.edu

Marwan Kublawi (no photo)

Marwan Kublawi

Lecturer

Physical Therapy

<b>Academic Credentials</b><p>B.S., Old Dominion University<br />
M.S., Marymount University<br />
Sc.D., Texas Tech University<br />
Licensed Physical Therapist in MD<p><b>Biography</b><p>Dr. Kublawi graduated from Marymount University in 1999 with a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy. He later completed his training in manipulative therapy through Kaiser Permanente Northern California Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship program in 2007. Upon completion, he received Fellowship status through the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT) and later became board certified as an Orthopedic Specialist (OCS).  Dr. Kublawi received his Doctorate of Science in Physical Therapy through Texas Tech University in 2014. His doctoral thesis: “The Effect of a Distractive Function on Volitional Preemptive Abdominal Contraction During a Loaded Forward Reach in Normal Subjects”, published in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, looked at the ability of a person to maintain an abdominal contraction when they were distracted.<br />
<br />
Dr. Kublawi considers himself both a clinician and an educator. His clinical approach to treatment is patient-centered.  He believes in the Biopsychosocial model of health care, that good health is a combination of physical, psychological, behavioral, and medical treatments. It is a partnership between the patient and therapist to find the perfect balance of care.<br />
<br />
Dr. Kublawi has been involved in Marymount University’s orthopedic program since it’s inception in 1996 as a physical therapy student, in 2001 as an adjunct faculty member, and full-time faculty in 2013. He has taught continuing education courses in spinal and peripheral joint mobilizations/manipulations and lectured on “Deciphering the Mechanisms of Chronic Low Back Pain” at Virginia Association’s Physical Therapy meeting (VPTA), in Arlington Virginia.<br />
 <p><b>Other Information</b><p><p><b>Teaching Area</b><p><ul>
<li>Orthopedic Physical Therapy</li>
<li>Physical agents and therapeutic technologies </li>
</ul>
<p><b>Research Interests</b><p><ul>
<li>Musculoskeletal Impairments</li>
</ul>

<p>Marwan Kublawi is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy.</p>
<p><b>Publications</b><p>

Contact

Phone: 703-284-6481

Email: marwan.kublawi@marymount.edu

Katherine Larson (no photo)

Katherine Larson

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Contact

Phone: 703-522-5600 x5980

Email: katherine.larson@marymount.edu

Michelle Lee (no photo)

Michelle Lee

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Rebecca Leonard (no photo)

Rebecca Leonard

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Jennifer Lewis (no photo)

Jennifer Lewis

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Eric Liu (no photo)

Eric Liu

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Contact

Phone: 703-284-5890

Email: eric.liu@marymount.edu

Jennifer Lowe (no photo)

Jennifer Lowe

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Kevin McGuinness (no photo)

Kevin McGuinness

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Contact

Phone: 703-522-5600 x5980

Email: kevin.mcguinness@marymount.edu

Katherine Miller (no photo)

Katherine Miller

PT Adjunct Faculty

Physical Therapy

Megan Moran (no photo)

Megan Moran

Assistant Professor

Physical Therapy

<b>Academic Credentials</b>

BS, Duquesne University
MPT, Duquesne University
DPT, Temple University
Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist
Licensed Physical Therapist in VA

<b>Biography</b>

Megan Moran attended Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Health Science and Masters of Physical Therapy. Dr. Moran furthered her Physical Therapy education at Temple University where she earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Dr. Moran began her career at a level 1 trauma center before changing her clinical practice to her current area of focus, sports medicine.

Prior to working at Marymount University, she was the Running Program Specialist at MedStar NRH Rehabilitation Network- Ballston Marymount and a faculty member of MedStar’s Sports Residency Program. She also was an Adjunct Instructor at both Marymount University and the College of William and Mary.

Dr. Moran continues to serve as a mentor for the MedStar Sports Medicine Sports Physical Therapy Residency and treats patients in an outpatient clinic. She also serves as a physical therapist in medical tents for local road races.

<b>Other Information</b>

<b>Teaching Area</b>
<ul>
<li>Physical Agents and Therapeutic Technologies</li>
<li>Orthopedics</li>
<li>The Physical Therapist as a Manager</li>
</ul>
<strong>Research interests </strong>
<ul>
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</ul>
<b>Publications</b>

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Contact

Phone: 703-908-7788

Email: megan.moran@marymount.edu

Carmen Nash (no photo)

Carmen Nash

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Contact

Email: carmen.nash@marymount.edu

Kelly Negley (no photo)

Kelly Negley

Assistant Professor

Physical Therapy

<b>Academic Credentials</b><p>BS, Emory University <br/>
DPT, Marymount University <br/>
Board Certified Neurological Clinical Specialist <br/>
APTA Certified Vestibular Therapist <br/>
Licensed Physical Therapist in DC and VA<p><b>Biography</b><p>Dr. Negley is a graduate of Marymount’s DPT program.  Prior to joining the faculty full time in 2015, she was an adjunct professor with the program for 5 years.  She has worked in the outpatient department at the Medstar National Rehabilitation Hospital in Washington DC and currently works part-time in the acute setting at the Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington, VA.  Dr. Negley’s areas of clinical expertise are in the rehabilitation of the neurologically impaired adult, vestibular and facial rehabilitation, and wheelchair/seating and positioning recommendations.        <br />
 <br />
In collaboration with other faculty, Dr. Negley has received a grant from the Marymount University Faculty Development committee to explore the effects of using a portable harness system in children with developmental disabilities or delays.  Dr. Negley also periodically teaches in the Music and Motion program at The Maryland Youth Ballet in Silver Spring, MD. <p><b>Other Information</b><p><p><b>Teaching Area</b><p>PT 700: Clinical Neuroscience<br />
PT 701T: Pathophysiology Tutorial<br />
PT 730: Evaluation/Management of Patients in Acute Care<br />
PT 731L: Clinical Applications of Patient Management in Acute Care <p><b>Research Interests</b><p>Facial Reanimation<br />
Harnessed mobility in the pediatric patient population<br />
Live Lecture Recording<p><b>Publications</b><p>Ries JD & Negley K. Early rehabilitation in lower extremity dysvascular amputation. In: Chui K, Jorge M, Yen S & Lusardi M, eds. <em>Orthotics & Prosthetics in Rehabilitation</em>. 4<sup>th</sup> ed. Elsevier: St. Louis; 2020:666-703.<br />
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Innovation Among the Deceased – Anatomy Education Revisited.  Skye<br />
Donovan, Jason Craig, Kelly Negley, Education session: for APTA ELC 2018, Jacksonville, FL.<br />
      <br />
Negley K & Ries JD.  Motor Relearning after Hypoglossal-Facial Nerve Anastomosis: A Case Report.  Poster presentation: APTA CSM 2019, Washington, DC.<br />
 

Contact

Phone: 703-908-7553

Email: kelly.negley@marymount.edu

Ann Onzik (no photo)

Ann Onzik

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Contact

Email: ann.onzik@marymount.edu

Carrie Pagliano (no photo)

Carrie Pagliano

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Contact

Phone: 703-284-5980

Email: carrie.pagliano@marymount.edu

Bonnie Pancoast (no photo)

Bonnie Pancoast

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Kristen Quinn (no photo)

Kristen Quinn

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Contact

Phone: 703-522-5600 x5980

Email: kristen.quinn@marymount.edu

Julie Ries (no photo)

Julie Ries

 Professor

Physical Therapy

<b>Academic Credentials</b><p>B.S., Quinnipiac College<br />
M.A., The George Washington University<br />
Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University<br />
Licensed Physical Therapist in VA<p><b>Biography</b><p><p><b>Other Information</b><p><p>Julie Ries has been on faculty at Marymount’s Physical Therapy program since its inception. She has extensive PT clinical experience in acute care, home care, and neurological rehabilitation. She is a nationally and internationally recognized expert in rehabilitation with individuals with dementia and is active in research with this population. She has presented numerous continuing education courses and invited lectures on topics related to rehab with older adults with dementia.</p>

<p><br />
Dr Ries a been recognized by the Malek School of Health Professions for her excellence in teaching with the MSHP Faculty Teaching Award in 2003, 2006, and 2014, and for her outstanding research endeavors with the MSHP Faculty Scholarship Award in 2010 and 2019. She was the recipient of the 2010 Excellence in Geriatric Research Award, a national award presented by the APTA’s Section on Geriatrics, for her research on clinical outcome measures for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease.<br />
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<p><b>Teaching Area</b><p><ul>
<li>Foundations of Physical Therapy (Kinesiology & Basic Clinical Assessment Skills)</li>
<li>Older Adult Cognitive Issues</li>
<li>Neurological Rehabilitation</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Research Interests</b><p><ul>
<li>Balance training & falls prevention in older adults with dementia</li>
<li>Psychometric properties of outcome measures for older adults with dementia</li>
<li>Education of health care providers in optimal strategies for working with individuals with dementia</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Publications</b><p>​Her recent professional publications and presentations span the content of geritatric physical therapy, prosthetic training, the study of outcome measures and balance training in individuals with Alzheimer's disease. She has been an invited speaker at APTA national conferences on multiple occasions.  Recent publications include:<br />
Journal Articles:
<ul>
<li>Klatt BN, <u>Ries JD</u>, Dunlap PM, Whitney SL, Agrawal Y. Vestibular physical therapy in individuals with cognitive impairment: a theoretical framework. <em>Journal of Neurological Physical Therapy</em>; 2019, 43 Suppl 2, Special Supplement International Conference on Vestibular Rehabilitation; S14-S19 doi: 10.1097/NPT.0000000000000266.<br />
 </li>
<li><u>Ries JD</u>. Rehabilitation for Individuals with Dementia: Facilitating Success. <em>Current Geriatric Reports. </em>2018;7(1):59-70. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13670-018-0237-1.</li>
<li><u>Ries JD</u>, Hutson J, Maralit LA, Brown MB. Group balance training specifically designed for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease: Impact on Berg Balance Scale, Timed Up and Go, Gait Speed, and Mini Mental Status Exam. <em>Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy</em>; 2015. 38(4):183-193.</li>
<li><u>Ries JD</u>, Drake JM, Marino C. A small-group functional balance intervention with individuals with Alzheimer disease: A pilot study. <em>Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy; </em>2010. 34:3-10.</li>
<li><u>Ries JD</u>, Echternach J, Nof L, Gagnon Blodgett M. Test-retest reliability and minimal detectable change scores for the timed “up & go” test, the six-minute walk test, and gait speed in people with Alzheimer disease. <em>Physical Therapy</em>; 2009. 89(6):569-79.</li>
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Book Chapters, Home Study Courses, On-line Publications:
<ul>
<li><u>Ries JD</u>. Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias: Medical Overview and Rehabilitation Management (Home Study Course, 3 contact hours). Elite Learning. Reviewed and accepted, anticipate 2020 publication.</li>
<li><u>Ries JD</u>. Ambulation: Impact of age-related changes on functional mobility (Chapter 9). In <em>Guccione’s eriatric Physical Therapy, 4th ed. </em>Wong & Avers, eds. Elsevier: St. Louis; 2020.</li>
<li><u>Ries JD</u> & Negley K. Early rehabilitation in lower-extremity dysvascular amputation (Chapter 26). In <em>Orthotics & Prosthetics in Rehabilitation, 4<sup>th</sup> ed.</em> Chui, Yen, Jorge, & Lusardi, eds. Elsevier Saunders: St. Louis; 2019.</li>
<li><u>Ries JD</u>. Test and Measure Summary: Gait Speed for Individuals with Dementia, Alzheimer disease, or Cognitive Impairment. PTNow. APTA Online Resource; 2017.</li>
</ul>

Lindsey Rolinski (no photo)

Lindsey Rolinski

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Martha Segreti (no photo)

Martha Segreti

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Contact

Phone: 703-284-5980

Email: martha.segreti@marymount.edu

Ashley Taylor (no photo)

Ashley Taylor

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Diana G. Venskus, PhD, PT (no photo)

Diana G. Venskus, PhD, PT

Professor - Tenure

Physical Therapy

<b>Academic Credentials</b>

B.S., George Mason University
M.A., The George Washington University
Ph.D., Virginia Commonwealth University, Medical College of Virginia Campus
Other study: University of Pennsylvania
Licensed Physical Therapist in VA

<b>Bio</b>

Dr. Diana Venskus earned her PhD at the Medical College of Virginia-Virginia Commonwealth University focused in Health Services Research in Health Administration and her MA from George Washington University in Education and Human Development with individual research in development of movement systems. Dr. Venskus considers herself to be a strong generalist with clinical experiences spanning the lifespan, i.e., neonates through geriatrics, as well as across specialties. Dr. Venskus served in varied positions within the DPT faculty, including Department Chairperson and Director of Clinic Education. Presently, Dr. Venskus teaches the research and differential diagnosis courses in the curriculum.

Dr. Venskus’s current research interests include development of clinical reasoning, and interprofessional education and practice. She is the 2017 APTA Journal of Physical Therapy Education, Feitelberg Award for Research. Dr. Venskus is a successful grant writer. She is a principal author on consecutive awards from the Administration on Community Living for development and implementation of a falls prevention alliance in the northern Virginia region.

International service in Latin America is a passion for Dr. Venskus. In 2009-10, Dr. Venskus initiated a global service engagement project serving Fundacion Hogar Manos Abiertas in Costa Rica. Annually, third-year students are invited to participate in this advanced, integrative, personal/professional enrichment opportunity that is now serving Nicaragua. In recognition of this work and other service, Dr. Venskus is a 2018 recipient of the APTA Humanitarian Award.

<b>Teaching Areas</b>

Research; Differential Diagnosis

<b>Research Interests</b>

Clinical Reasoning; Interprofessional Practice; Falls among Older Adults

<b>Publications</b>

Venskus DG, Craig JA. Development and Validation of a Self-Efficacy Scale for Clinical Reasoning in Physical Therapists. Journal of Physical Therapy Education. 2017;31(1):14-20. Landry MD, Hack LM, Coulson E, et al. Workforce Projections 2010–2020: Annual Supply and Demand Forecasting Models for Physical Therapists Across the United States. Physical Therapy. 2016;96(1):71-80. doi:10.2522/ptj.20150010.

Contact

Phone: 703-284-5985

Email: Diana.Venskus@marymount.edu

Amy Warfield (no photo)

Amy Warfield

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Letha Zook (no photo)

Letha Zook

Adjunct

Physical Therapy

Contact

Email: letha.zook@marymount.edu

Marymount University