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Gordon Alderink, PT, PhD
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Associate Professor
BA in Biology, Hope College
Certificate in Physical Therapy, Mayo School of Health-Related Sciences
MS in Kinesiology, University of Michigan
PhD in Engineering (Theoretical Mechanics/Biomechanics) Michigan State University
Licensed PT, Michigan
Member: Education and Orthopedic Sections of the APTA
Research interests:
Gait
Throwing & spinal biomechanics
Spinal manual therapy.
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Susan Allaben PT, MS
allabens@gvsu.edu
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Assistant Professor / Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education
MS in Administration, Central Michigan University
Thesis: Recruitment and Retention of Physical Therapy Clinicians
BS - Physical Medicine, University of Wisconsin, Madison,
Certificate in Physical Therapy
Licensed PT, Michigan
Member: Education Section of APTA and special interest group for Clinical Education
Member: Health Policy and Administration section of APTA
Research interests:
Clinical practice issues
Physical therapy services to the underserved
Benefits of service learning for PT students
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Barb Baker PT, NCS
bakerb@gvsu.edu |
Assistant Professor
BS - Biology - Furman University
MPT - Physical Therapy - Emory University
NDT (neuro developmental training)
NCS - (Neuro Certified Specialist)
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Mary Green, PT, JD, NCS
greenm@gvsu.edu |
Assistant Professor
BA - Biology - LeMoyne College
MS - Physical Therapy - Beaver College
JD - Michigan State University Detroit College of Law
NCS - (Neuro Certified Specialist)
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Cathy Harro, PT, MS, NCS
harroc@gvsu.edu
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Assistant Professor
B.S. with honors in Physical Therapy - University of Illinois -Chicago
Advanced Masters of Science in Neurologic Physical Therapy with supporting minor in Education - University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist
Licensed Physical Therapist
American Board of Certified specialists, APTA
Neurology Specialty Council item writer coordinator for American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
Member: Education & Neurology Sections of the APTA.
Member: West Michigan Brain Injury Association
Research interests:
Evidence based evaluation &interventions for balance & gait in clients with neurologic diagnoses
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Barb Hoogenboom, PT, EdD, SCS, ATC
hoogenbb@gvsu.edu
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Associate Professor
BS - Calvin College
Certificate in Physical Therapy, Cleveland State University
MHS - Grand Valley State University
EdD - Educational Leadership, Eastern Michigan University
Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist
Certified Athletic Trainer
Member: Sports & Education Sections of the APTA
Research interests:
Female athlete triad
Female athlete nutrition
ACL injury prevention in female athletes
Neuromuscular training & intervention
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Karen Ozga, PT, MMSc
ozgak@gvsu.edu |
Assistant Professor / Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education
BS in Physical Therapy from Wayne State University
Master of Medical Science in Physical Therapy from Emory University with emphasis in neurological practice.
Member: Education & Geriatric Sections of the APTA |
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Michael J. Shoemaker, PT, DPT, GCS
shoemami@gvsu.edu
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Assistant Professor
BS - Physical Education
Exercise Science specialization
Calvin College
DPT - Slippery Rock University
Board Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist
Licensed PT, Michigan
Member: APTA, Geriatric and Cardiopulmonary Sections
Chair: MPTA State and Federal Legislative Committee
APTA Delegate, Michigan Chapter
Research interests:
Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation outcomes/efficacy
Use of the International Classification of Functioning disablement/enablement model in physical therapist practice.
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Corey Sobeck, PT, MSPT, OCS, OMPT
sobeckc@gvsu.edu
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Assistant Professor
BS - Health Sciences
Grand Valley State University
MSPT - Grand Valley State University
Licensed Physical Therapist, Michigan
APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor
Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Residency - Oakland University
ABPTS-Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist
Member: APTA, MPTA, Orthopaedic Section, Education Section, Research Section, AAOMPT
Research interests:
Reliability and Validity of Orthopaedic & Manual Therapy Assessment Techniques
Manual Therapy Intervention Outcomes
Effectiveness of Specific Training Exercises
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Dan Vaughn, PT, PhD, FAAOMPT vaughnd@gvsu.edu
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Associate Professor
BS in Physical Therapy, East Carolina University
Masters in Orthopedic Manual Therapy from the Ola Grimsby Institute
PhD - Exercise Physiology, Michigan State University
Certificates in Levels I and II of Manual Therapy from the Norwegian Board of PT Examiners
Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists
Member APTA
Research interests:
Efficacy of manual therapy interventions
Influence of therapeutic exercise on spinal posture
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