Faculty

Kathy Brewer, M.Ed., PT, graduated with her degree in physical therapy from Ohio State University and received her Master of Education degree from the University of Cincinnati. The American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists certified her as a geriatric clinical specialist in 1994, and she successfully recertified in 2004. Brewer has nearly 30 years of experience in a variety of settings, including acute, outpatient, skilled nursing, home care and public health in clinical, administrative, and consultant roles. Brewer's clinical focus is geriatrics with a specific interest in prevention of injury and disability in this population. Participation with the APTA Section on Geriatrics has afforded her a national network of resources and contacts to assist her advocacy and impact in the area of geriatrics. Brewer ’s participation in activities at the local level include frequent presentations at state AzPTA meetings, appointment to the Az Board of Physical Therapy advisory and audit committee for continued competency and lead on a taskforce to identify liaisons with the public and private sector for PT education, advocacy, and awareness. She has served as adjunct faculty in the entry level and transitional D.P.T. programs since 1998.

Elton Bordenave, M.Ed., assistant professor, has 20 years of experience in medical administration and professional healthcare education. He is a graduate of Grand Canyon University with a Master of Education degree and a BBA in Management Information Systems and Marketing from Baylor University. Bordenave teaches practice management, Medicare compliance regulations, and HIPAA privacy regulations. He joined the Physical Therapy faculty in 2001.

Lori Moist Bordenave, D.P.T., M.Ed., PT, is the acting chair of Physical Therapy. She has over 20 years of experience in physical therapy in rehabilitation and clinical education. She received her professional education from St. Louis University in 1985, her master's degree in education in curriculum from Arizona State University in 2000, and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from ATSU in 2007. She is a certified NDT therapist and an APTA Certified Clinical Education Trainer. She received the Arizona School of Health Sciences 2000-2001 President’s Technology Award for technological modifications in clinical education. She joined the Physical Therapy department faculty in 1996.

Pamela Bosch, Ph.D., PT, is an associate professor of physical therapy. She has 22 years of clinical experience in physical therapy, specializing in neurorehabilitation and pediatrics. She received her professional education from the University of Michigan, her master's degree in exercise physiology from Arizona State University, and her Ph.D. from ASU, also in exercise physiology, with a focus on exercise neuroendocrinology. She has done additional graduate work in motor development and motor control. Dr. Bosch is pediatric NDT certified and has taken extensive PNF training. Her teaching areas are applied physiology and neurotherapeutics. Research interests include autonomic nervous system and stress hormone responses and patterns as a result of training in both athletes and special populations, the use of EMG to measure changes in muscle activation patterns after therapeutic interventions or as a result of bracing, and the effects of clinical interventions used in neurorehabilitation. She joined the faculty in 1996.

Suzanne Robben Brown, M.P.H., PT, associate professor, has 33 years of experience as a physical therapist with over 20 years in education. She received her physical therapy professional education from the University of Oklahoma, her master's degree in public health from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, and completed doctoral level studies in higher education administration from Oklahoma State University. She currently is enrolled in a doctoral program at Touro International University. Brown has served on many professional boards and committees, including serving as a director of the American Physical Therapy Association. She currently serves as treasurer of the Arizona Chapter of APTA. She is the founding director of the program, joining the faculty in 1995.

Ann Bucholtz, M.D., is an adjunct professor for general pathology in the Physical Therapy department. Her undergraduate degree was in nursing from Bowling Green State University, and she is a graduate of Indiana University School of Medicine. She holds American Board of Pathology certification in Clinical, Anatomic and Forensic Pathology. She has served as Chief Medical Examiner for Nashville, Tenn., as well as an associate medical examiner for Cochise, Pima, and Maricopa counties in Arizona. Since leaving public service in 2001, her interests have focused on teaching and consulting for attorneys. She presently teaches general pathology, forensic medicine, pathophysiology, criminalistics, and biological evidence online and at local universities.

Linda Denney, PT, M.App.Sci (Manip) is an adjunct assistant professor in physical therapy. She has 16 years of experience in physical therapy. She specializes clinically in manual physical therapy. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Rockhurst College and a master's degree in Applied Science in Manipulative Physiotherapy from the University of South Australia. She is also a contract clinician for outpatient orthopaedic clinics. Denney is involved in teaching in the therapeutic exercise and musculoskeletal portions of the curriculum. She joined the faculty in 2000.

Deanne Fay, M.S., PT, PCS, is an assistant professor of physical therapy and a board certified pediatric clinical specialist of the American Physical Therapy Association. She has 14 years of experience primarily in neuro and pediatric settings. She received her professional education form Marquette University and a master's degree in kinesiology with an emphasis in motor development from the University of Wisconsin. She has her pediatric NDT certification and has served as a lab assistant for continuing education courses in PNF. Her teaching areas are human development, pediatrics, and gait analysis. She is involved with sports for the physically disabled, serving as a National Classifier for both the Mesa Association of Sports for the Disabled and the Junior National Wheelchair Championships. She joined the Physical Therapy faculty in 1995.

Cheri Hodges, D.P.T., PT, FAAOMT, is an assistant professor in physical therapy. She has 20 years of experience in physical therapy and is an American Physical Therapy Association Board Certified Specialist in Orthopaedics and a Fellow of the American Association of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists. She specializes clinically in manual physical therapy. Dr. Hodges holds dual bachelor degrees from Northern Arizona University in health services and physical therapy, a master's degree in applied science in manipulative physical therapy from the University of South Australia, and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from ATSU. She is a nationally recognized speaker on manual physical therapy. Dr. Hodges is involved in teaching in the musculoskeletal portions of the curriculum. She joined the Physical Therapy faculty in 1995, left in 1998 and rejoined in 2002.

Theresa J. Kraemer, Ph.D., PT, ATC, assistant professor, is a licensed physical therapist and NATABOC certified and state licensed athletic trainer with 19 years of experience in orthopaedic physical therapy. She received both her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of New Mexico, in Albuquerque, N.M., and her Master of Science degree in Health Sciences and Health Education from San Francisco State University in San Francisco, Calif. Dr. Kraemer received her Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Education with a double emphasis in educational ladership and research and a post-baccalaureate degree in human resource development from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Va. Her three key areas of research and development are: lumbopelvic dysfunction, the impact of cultural issues on client care, and complementary and alternative movement therapies. Dr. Kraemer has published and presented both nationally and internationally, as well as written several book chapters.

Michael F. Labranche, Ph.D., is an adjunct assistant professor in the Physical Therapy department. He has more than 20 years of experience in teaching mathematics, biostatistics, and research methodology. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematical Sciences from Loyola University New Orleans and a Master of Science degree in Mathematics from the University of New Orleans. He earned his Doctorate in Biometry with a concentration in Genetics from the Louisiana State University Medical Center. Dr. Labranche is currently involved in teaching Statistics and Research Design for D.P.T. students and is interested in improving pedagogical techniques for mathematics and statistics instruction.

Joy Levine, D.P.T., M.S., PT, serves as adjunct assistant professor. She has more than 18 years of healthcare experience, including practicing as a physical therapist for more than 12 years in various healthcare settings. Additionally, she has experience in various levels of management in rehab organizations. Dr. Levine completed her entry-level Master of Physical Therapy degree at Texas Woman's University and completed her D.P.T. at Temple University. Additionally, she has a bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy and a master's degree in health education. In addition to human resource experience gained in various management roles, she has a Certificate in the Fundamentals of Human Resource Management from the Society for Human Resource Management. Primary teaching responsibilities include Human Resources, Evidence Based Medicine, and Reimbursement Systems.

Ellen Lowe, M.H.S., Ph.D. (candidate), PT, has 32 years of experience as a physical therapist. She serves as an academic coordinator of clinical education. She received her entry-level physical therapy education from Boston University, and a Master of Health Sciences degree from the Krannert School of Physical Therapy. She is enrolled in doctoral studies in higher education at Touro University. She is an APTA Certified Clinical Instructor Trainer. Her clinical experience includes practice in orthopaedics, hand, in-patient, and outpatient settings.

Jim Lynskey, M.P.T., Ph.D., received his Master of Physical Therapy degree in 1995 from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pa. After graduation, he moved to Scottsdale, Ariz., and practiced physical therapy at Scottsdale Healthcare - Osborn from 1995 until 1998, focusing on acute and sub-acute neurorehabilitation. Motivated by observing the devastating effects of neurotraumatic injuries and the need for better treatment options, Lynskey moved to Washington, D.C., and pursued a Ph.D. in the Interdisciplinary Program in Neuroscience at Georgetown University Medical Center. At Georgetown, he studied axonal regeneration and recovery of function after spinal cord injury, focusing on the role of post-injury activity, in the lab of Barbara S. Bregman, Ph.D., PT He also currently holds the position of post-doctoral fellow in the “Center for Rehabilitation Engineering and Rehabilitation Neuroscience” in the Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University, Tempe, Ariz.

Barbara Maxwell, D.P.T., MSc, BSc (Hons), Cert THE, MCSP, PT, is an associate professor of physical therapy and Vice Dean of ASHS. She has 17 years of experience as a physical therapist. She served as the Programme Lead of the Physiotherapy Programme at Oxford Brookes University between February 2002 and August 2003. Prior to that, she was a senior lecturer at the same institution, beginning in October 1999. Dr. Maxwell has a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy degree from the University of Ulster (1988), a Master of Science in Research Methodology degree from Kings College, London University (1993), a Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education (2000) for the United Kingdom, and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from A.T. Still University. She has additional doctoral-level work in social policy and administration from the University of Kent, Canterbury, England. Her academic areas of interest include research methodology, neurological rehab, and social policy. She joined the Physical Therapy faculty in 2004.

Tamara Roehling, D.P.T., PT, is an adjunct professor in physical therapy. She received her bachelor's degree in exercise science from University of Arizona, her master's degree in physical therapy from Emory University, and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy degree from ATSU. She has worked in a variety of settings with a focus on wound management and women’s health and currently owns her own private practice. Dr. Roehling has published a chapter in a medical textbook as well as a peer-reviewed journal and has presented research on the national and international level. She has also taught wound management nationwide. Dr. Roehling teaches integumentary physical therapy in the residential and transitional programs.

James Roush, Ph.D., PT, ATC, is an associate professor of physical therapy. He is dual certified as a physical therapist and certified athletic trainer. He has 19 years of experience as a physical therapist. He holds bachelor and master degrees from the University of Arizona in physical education. His professional education in physical therapy was received at Northwestern University, Chicago, and his doctoral education at University of Southern California with a specialization in kinesiology. He maintains a current clinical practice in home healthcare. He is the immediate past president for the Arizona Physical Therapy Association and active in Manos de Ayuda clinic in Puerto Penasco, Mexico. He teaches functional kinesiology and is a primary research advisor. He joined the Physical Therapy faculty in 1996.

Cecelia Sartor-Glittenberg, M.S., PT, NCS, has28 years of experience in physical therapy and is a board certified neurology specialist. She received her initial professional education from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor and holds an Advanced Masters in Physical Therapy with an emphasis in neurology from Northwestern University, Chicago. She is a certified neurological clinical specialist of the American Physical Therapy Association and has extensive clinical and teaching experience in neurorehabilitation. She is NDT certified. Her primary teaching areas are rehabilitation, basic skills, and geriatrics.

Wayne Smith, M.Ed., D.P.T., ATC, SCS, is an associate professor in physical therapy. He has 30 years of experience in physical therapy and is certified as both a physical therapist and athletic trainer. He is an American Physical Therapy Association Board Certified Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy and certified in Manual Physical Therapy from the Institute for Physical Therapy. He is a graduate of the Physical Therapy Program from California State University Long Beach and holds an advanced master's degree from Temple University in sports medicine. He received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from ATSU. He is a retired officer of the United States Public Health Service and holds the Outstanding Service Medal for commissioned officers. In addition, Dr. Smith was a member of the1996 Olympic Track and Field medical staff and assistant trainer for USA Rugby . Dr. Smith serves on the board of directors for Manos de Ayuda, a free clinic in Puerto Penasco, Mexico. Dr. Smith teaches physical agents and coordinates the musculoskeletal portions of the curriculum. He joined the Physical Therapy faculty in 1995.

Ron West, D.P.T., M.S.P.T., CWS, is an assistant professor of physical therapy and a Certified Wound Specialist. He is also an APTA Certified Clinical Instructor. Dr. West is a Commissioned Officer in the United States Public Health Service. He has worked as a full-time clinician in the Indian Health Service for nine years, where he serves as Deputy Chief and has a high level of clinical privilege at the largest Indian Health Service hospital in the United States. He received his professional degree from the University of Miami. He is also a graduate from the A.T. Still Transitional D.P.T. program. He has served as the Coalition for Rehabilitation Therapy Organizations delegate member to the JCAHO Ambulatory Professional and Technical Advisory Committee. Dr. West has served as executive secretary on the U.S. Surgeon General’s Therapy Professional Advisory Committee and he currently serves as finance chairperson. He is currently an advisory board member of the A.T. Still School of American Indian Health Professionals. He teaches diagnostic imaging.

In addition to the full-time faculty, several teaching assistants and adjunct faculty are used to deliver the curriculum. These individuals will be introduced as appropriate in the individual courses.