Jeannette Renee Anderson, PT, DHS, MTC
Clinical Assistant Professor
Director of Clinical Education
Joseph M. Donnelly, PT, DHS, OCS
Clinical Associate Professor
Director of Post-Professional Education
Philip A. Fabrizio, PT, DPT, MS, CEAS
Assistant Professor
Director of the Anatomy Laboratory
Alyssa C. LaForme Fiss, PT, PhD, PCS
Assistant Professor
Ann Lucado, PT, PhD, CHT
Assistant Professor
Timothy J. McMahon, PT, OCS, COMT, CertSMT
Clinical Associate Professor
Clinic Director
Ellen Perlow, PT
Visiting Clinical Instructor
David Taylor, PT, DPT
Clinical Assistant Professor
Leslie F. Taylor, PT, PhD
Professor
Chair of the Department of Physical Therapy
Director of Physical Therapy Program
Niamh Tunney, PT, DPT, MS
Clinical Assistant Professor
Adjunct Clinical Associate Professors
Russ Foley, PT, MS
Tim McMahon, PT, MPT, OCS
Herb Silver, PT, DSc, OCS, ECS
John Xerogeanes, MD
Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professors
Derek Clewley. PT, DPT, OCS
Jason Reiss, PT, DPT OCS
Brian Yee, PT, MPhty (Manips), OCS, FAAOMPT
Amanda Blackmon, PT, DPT, OCS
Blair Green, PT, MPT, OCS, CSCS
Kenneth Mautner, MD
Adjunct Clinical Instructors
Beth Collier, PT, DPT, OCS
Rhett Roberson, PT, DPT, OCS
Residents
Ingrid Anderson, PT, DPT (Orthopaedic)
Sarah Caston, PT, DPT (Neurologic)
James Sechrist, PT, DPT (Orthopaedic)
Meredith Ireland, PT, DPT (Orthopaedic)
Maxine Caruth
Clinical Education Program Specialist
Debra Clapp
Administrative Clerk
Tiffanye Davenport
Physical Therapy Program Specialist
Jeannette Renee Anderson, PT, DHS, MTC
Clinical Assistant Professor & Director of Clinical Education
Contact Information:
Department of Physical Therapy
100E Davis Building
3001 Mercer University Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30341-4415
Phone: 678-547-6247
Fax: 678-547-6202
Anderson_jr@mercer.edu |
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Education:
Doctor of Health Science in Physical Therapy, University of Indianapolis, 2010
Master of Health Science in Physical Therapy, University of Indianapolis 1997
Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, Georgia State University, 1984
Clinical Expertise:
Outpatient orthopedics
Teaching Responsibilities:
Professional Development
Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy
Clinical Education Series
Professional Activities:
Member, American Physical Therapy Association, Education Section,
Member, Physical Therapy Association of Georgia
Certifications:
Certificate of Competency in Manual Therapy Institute of Graduate Physical Therapy, St. Augustine, FL
Scholarly Activity:
Anderson, JR, Taylor, LF, Gaiheimer, J. Description and insights of
an innovative, cross-cultural, service-learning opportunity for
students in a health professional program.” 4th International
Symposium. “Service-Learning in Higher Education: Connecting the
Global to the Local” Beijing, China. September 17, 2011. (Conference
presentation)
Swanson KW, Anderson JR, Brackette C, Dye J, Kelly P, & Rowland
K. SoTL: Building interdisciplinary community. 4th
Annual Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Commons
Conference. Statesboro, GA. March 7-9, 2011.
(Conference presentation)
Maxwell AS, Anderson JR. Clinical internship factors
influencing physical therapist initial practice setting
choice. Atlanta, GA. Physical Therapy Association of
Georgia Fall Meeting. October 16, 2010. (Poster
presentation)
Anderson JR, Gahimer J, & Taylor LF. The outcome of a
short-term service-learning experience on the development of
professional behaviors of student physical therapists.
International Association for Research on Service-Learning and
Community Engagement Annual Conference. Indianapolis,
IN. October 28-30, 2010. (Poster presentation)
Bankston LA, Benton KJ, Berry, AN, Boddie KR, (Anderson) Bull JR,
Currie AS,et al. An interdisciplinary service-learning
experience and its effects on physical therapy students’ perceptions
of community health needs and other health care providers.
Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy
Association. Las Vegas, NV. February 11, 2009. (Platform
presentation)
(Anderson) Bull JR, McPherson SL. A pilot study measuring and
evaluating motor and verbal behaviors of adult lifting:
Instrumentation development and videotape influence. Combined
Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association.
San Antonio, TX. February 15, 2001. (Poster presentation)
McPherson SL, Little CD, & (Anderson) Bull JR. Utilizing verbal
reports to assess changes in individuals’ cognition while learning a
functional task. APTA Combined Sections Meeting, New Orleans,
LA, February 5, 2000. (Poster presentation)
(Anderson) Bull JR, Little CD, & White KL.
Community-campus partnerships: Service-learning in a graduate
physical therapy program. Association of Schools of Allied
Health Professions 1999 Annual Conference, Atlanta, GA, October
20-24, 1999. (Poster presentation)
Publications:
McPherson SL, (Anderson) Bull JR. (2003) Effect of two
different videotaped instructional models on motor and verbal
behaviors of adults’ lifting: a pilot study.
Perceptual and Motor Skills, 97(2);339-59.
Joseph M. Donnelly, PT, DHS, OCS
Clinical Associate Professor, and Director of Post-Professional Programs
Contact Information:
Department of Physical Therapy
100D Davis Building
3001 Mercer University Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30341-4415
Phone: 678-547-6220
Fax: 678-547-6202
Donnelly_jm@mercer.edu |
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Education:
Doctor of Health Sciences in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy – University of Indianapolis 2006
Master of Science in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy – University of Pittsburgh 1989
Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy – Daemen College; Buffalo, NY
Clinical Expertise:
Orthopaedics
Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction
Movement Impairment
Teaching Responsibilities:
Musculoskeletal
Orthopaedic Residency courses
Myofascial pain and dysfunction
Professional Activities:
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
APTA Orthopaedic Section
Chair; Practice Committee
Certifications:
Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedics from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
Awards/ Recognition:
APTA Legislative Commitment Award 2008
Scholarly Activity:
Research interests include myofascial trigger points and their relationship to movement impairment, muscle imbalances, neurodynamics and pain.
Program development:
Development and evaluation of Residencies and Fellowships in Physical Therapy
Residency in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy
Residency in Neurologic Physical Therapy
Fellowship in Physical Therapist Education
Philip A. Fabrizio, PT, DPT, MS, CEAS
Assistant Professor and Director of the Anatomy Laboratory
Contact Information:
Department of Physical Therapy
111 Davis Building
3001 Mercer University Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30341-4415
Phone: 678-547-6178
Fax: 678-547-6202
Fabrizio_pa@mercer.edu |
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Education:
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Marymount University, 2008
Master of Physical Therapy, Duquesne University, 1994
Master of Science, University of Pittsburgh, 1987
Bachelor of Science, University of Pittsburgh, 1986
Clinical Expertise:
Ergonomics
Orthopedics
Teaching Responsibilities:
Gross Anatomy
Neuroscience
Applied Anatomy
Professional Activities:
Member, American Physical Therapy Association, Orthopedic Section
Member, American Association of Clinical Anatomists
Member, American Association of Anatomists
Certifications:
Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist
Scholarly Activity:
Research interests include anatomic studies to examine muscle structure/function, innervation patterns and anatomic variations, and anatomical education models. Current laboratory projects include an international collaborative study designed to re-examine the structure and function of the piriformis muscle, studying approaches to integrate gross anatomy into clinical courses, and a series of student driven clinical anatomy education studies.
Publications:(most recent)
Evans, L, Caldwell, K, Odom, D, Lach, A, Fabrizio, P. The
clinical anatomy of type II SLAP lesions. Health Education
Assets Library (HEAL); 2011. Available from: http://www.healcentral.org/healapp/showMetadata?metadataId=42017.
Fabrizio, P.A. (2011) Anatomic variation of the iliacus and psoas major
muscles.International Journal of Anatomic Variation. 4, 28-30.
Fabrizio, P., Deaton, S., Kwasny, J., Lamb, S., Pawlowski, N.,
Stallfus, R. (2010).
Overview of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. MedEdPORTAL:
http://services.aamc.org/30/mededportal/servlet/s/segment/mededportal/?subid=8225
Hardy MA, Fabrizio PA. An accessory muscle of the thoracic wall.
International Journal of Anatomic Variations. Vol. 2:83-83, 2009.
Fabrizio PA. Ergonomic intervention in the treatment of a patient with
upper extremity and neck pain: A case report. Physical Therapy. Vol.
89(4):351-360, 2009.
Clemente FR, Fabrizio PA, Huff M. A novel approach to dissection of the
knee. Anatomical Sciences Education. Vol. 2(1): 41-46, 2009.
Alyssa C. LaForme Fiss, PT, PhD, PCS
Assistant Professor
Contact Information:
Department of Physical Therapy
100C Davis Building
3001 Mercer University Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30341-4415
Phone: 678-547-6175
Fax: 678-547-6202
Fiss_AL@mercer.edu |
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Education:
Doctor of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Kentucky, 2007
Graduate Certificate in Developmental Disabilities, University of Kentucky, 2005
Master of Physical Therapy, The Ohio State University, 2003
Interdisciplinary Specialization in Early Intervention, The Ohio State University, 2003
Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Professions, The Ohio State University, 2002
Clinical Expertise:
Pediatrics
Developmental Disabilities
Early Intervention
Use of Group Intervention in Pediatrics
Teaching Responsibilities:
Pediatrics
Evidence-based practice
Research
Motor control & motor learning
Professional Activities:
Member, American Physical Therapy Association, Pediatrics Section
Vice-Chair, American Physical Therapy Association, Pediatrics Section Practice Committee
Member, American Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine
Member, International Society on Early Intervention
Member, Physical Therapy Association of Georgia
Board of Consultants, Fun and Function
Manuscript Reviewer, Physical and Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics
Certifications:
Board Certified Specialist in Pediatrics from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
Scholarly Activity:
Research interests include: 1) examining the effectiveness of service delivery models of early intervention for young children with disabilities including frequency, intensity and group models of service delivery, 2) understanding the child, family and service determinants that together explain change in gross motor abilities, self-care, and play of young children with cerebral palsy, and 3) use of physical and occupational therapists as consultants to increase the home and community participation of young children with disabilities.
Active Grants:
Canadian Institutes of Health Research: Knowledge Translation Supplement. “Collaborating with Parents and Therapists to Develop Dissemination Products: The Move & PLAY study." $39,220 awarded to D Bartlett, L Chiarello, S Westcott McCoy, L Jeffries, A LaForme Fiss. May 2010 to April 2011.
Publications:
LaForme Fiss, A.C., McCoy, S.W., Bartlett, D.J., Chiarello, L.A., Stopskopf, B., Palisano, R.J., Jeffries, L., Yocum, A., Wood, A. (2010). Sharing the lessons learned from multi-site research. Pediatric Physical Therapy,22(4), 408-416.
Bartlett, D.J., Chiarello, L.A., Palisano, R.J., McCoy, S.W., Stopskopf, B., Jeffries, L., LaForme Fiss, A.C., Rosenbaum, P. (2010). The Move & PLAY Study: An example of comprehensive rehabilitation outcomes research. Physical Therapy, 90(11), 1660-1672.
LaForme Fiss, A.C., Effgen, S.K., Page, J., Shasby, S.B. (2009). Effect of increased practice time using sensorimotor groups on gross motor skill acquisition for young children with Down syndrome. Pediatric Physical Therapy, 21(2):158-66.
LaForme Fiss, A.C., Effgen, S.K. (2007). The use of groups in pediatric physical therapy: survey of current practices. Pediatric Physical Therapy, 19, 154-159.
LaForme Fiss, A.C., Effgen, S.K. (2006). Outcomes for young children with disabilities associated with the use of partial, body-weight-supported, treadmill training: an evidence-based review. Physical Therapy Reviews, 11, 179-189.
Ann Lucado, PT, PhD, CHT
Assistant Professor
Contact Information:
Department of Physical Therapy
108 Davis Building
3001 Mercer University Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30341-4415
Phone: 678-547-6145
Fax: 678-547-6202
Lucado_am@mercer.edu |
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Education:
Doctor of Philosophy: Physical Therapy, Nova Southern University,
2010
Master of Science: Physical Therapy and Community Health Education,
Old Dominion University, 1991
Bachelor of Science: Psychology, James Madison University, 1988
Clinical Expertise:
Upper extremity rehabilitation, orthotic fabrication and prosthetic
training
Teaching Responsibilities:
Foundations of Musculoskeletal Sciences
Research
Prosthetics and Orthotics- UE
Evaluation and management of hand and wrist disorders
Professional Activities:
Member, American Society of Hand Therapists, Education Committee
Member, American Physical Therapy Association, Hand, Orthopedic and
Education Sections
Member, Physical Therapy Association of Georgia
Board member, Georgia Hand and Upper Extremity Special Interest
Group
Manuscript Reviewer, Physical Therapy Reviews
Manuscript Reviewer, Strength and Conditioning Journal
Certifications:
Certified Hand Therapist, Hand Therapy Certification Commission,
Sacramento, CA
Awards:
American Society of Hand Therapists First Time Writers Award, 2008
Scholarly Activity:
Research interests include 1) regional interdependence of the upper
extremity 2) evaluation and treatment of tendinopathies and
neuropathies 3) restoration of functional ability following healed
distal radius fractures 4) orthotic management of stiff
joints.
Publications :
Lucado, A., Kolber, M., Cheng, S., Echternach, J. Upper Extremity
Strength in Female Recreational Tennis Players with and without
Lateral Epicondylalgia. Manuscript in preparation.
Lucado, A. Scapular Muscle Imbalance: Implications for Shoulder Pain
and Pathology. Physical Therapy Reviews, in press.
Lucado, A. Characteristics of the Upper Extremity in Female
Recreational Tennis Players with and
without Lateral Epicondylalgia. [Dissertation].Department of
Physical Therapy, Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL;
2010.
Lucado, A., Kolber, M., Cheng, S., Echternach, J. Subacromial
Impingement Syndrome and Lateral Epicondylalgia in Tennis Players: A
Discussion Paper. Physical Therapy Reviews, 15 (2); 55-61, 2010.
Lucado, A., Li Z Static Progressive Splinting to Improve Wrist
Stiffness after Distal Radius Fracture; A Prospective, Case Series
Study. Physiotherapy and Practice, 25(4):1-3, 2009.
Lucado, A., Li Z., Russell, G., Papandonikolakis, A., Ruch, D.
Change in Impairment and Function after Static Progressive Splinting
for Stiffness after Distal Radius Fracture. J Hand Ther. 21(4) Oct
2008.
Kolber, M., Lucado, A. Risk Management Strategies in Physical
Therapy: Documentation to Avoid Malpractice. Int J Health Care Qual
Assur. 2005;18:123-130.
Lucado, A. “Tendons.” In Falkenstein, N and Weiss, S Hand
Rehabilitation: A Quick Reference Guide and Review, Elsevier Science
Health Science Division, 2004.
Timothy J. McMahon, PT, OCS, COMT, CertSMT
Clinical Associate Professor/Clinic Director
Contact information:
Department of Physical Therapy
100A Davis Building
3001 Mercer University Drive
Atlanta, Ga. 30314-4415
Phone: 678-547-6778
Fax: 678-547-6202
Email: Mcmahon_tj@mercer.edu |
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Education:
Master of Physical Therapy, Emory University, 1990.
Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Biology, University of Montana, 1983.
Clinical Expertise:
Orthopedics
Manual Therapy
Sports Rehabilitation
Teaching Responsibilities:
Orthopaedic Residency instructor and mentor
Professional Activities:
Member, American Physical Therapy Association, Orthopedic Section
Member, American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists
Certifications:
Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedics from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist, MAPs Seminars, 2008
Certified Spinal Manipulative Therapist, American Academy of Spinal Manipulation, Dec. 2009
Awards and Recognition:
Clinical instructor of the year, 2008 and 2010, Georgia State University, Dept. of Physical Therapy
Employee of the Year, 2006, The Rehab Results Group at Dekalb Medical.
Scholarly Activity:
Research interests in efficacy in manual therapy and therapeutic exercise interventions.
Publications:
Donatelli R, McMahon T, "Manual Therapy Techniques for the Shoulder," in Physical Therapy of the Shoulder, 3rd Edition, Donatelli R ed. Churchill Livingstone, Inc. October 1996.
McMahon T, Pianta T, Couch L, Mason L, Craft T, Wolf S, and Catlin P, "Normalized Electromyographic Analysis of Human ECRL and FCR Muscles," in Proceedings of the Eighth International Society of Electrophysiological Kinesiological Conference, 1990 and Abstracts: Society for Neuroscience 1990.
Ellen Perlow, PT
Visiting Clinical Instructor
Contact Information:
Department of Physical Therapy
112 Davis Building
3001 Mercer University Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30341-4415
Phone: 678-547-6158
Fax: 678-547-6202
perlow_er@mercer.edu |
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Education:
Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Tennessee Chattanooga,
Present
Bachelor of Science, Washington University School of Medicine, 1980
Clinical Expertise:
Rehabilitation of the neurologic and geriatric patient with emphasis
on spinal cord and head injury
Teaching Responsibilities:
Pathophysiology
Interventions
Prosthetics and Orthotics
Neuromuscular
Professional Activities:
Member, American Physical Therapy Association
Member, Physical Therapy Association of Georgia
Certifications:
Certified in Neuro-Developmental Treatment of Adult Hemiplegia
APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor
Scholarly Activity:
Research interests include bridging the gap between the classroom
and the clinic, increasing the effectiveness of preceptors, and
improving the stability of the gait in the patient with hemiplegia.
Publications:
Lazar, R., Yarkony, G., Ortolano, D., Heinemann, A., Perlow, E.,
Lovell, L., Meyer, P. Prediction of Functional Outcome by Motor
Capability after Spinal Cord Injury. Arch. Phys. Rehabil. Vol
70, Nov. 1989.
David W. M. Taylor, PT, DPT
Clinical Assistant Professor
Contact Information:
Department of Physical Therapy
100D Davis Building
3001 Mercer University Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30341-4415
Phone: 678-547-6110
Fax: 678-547-6202
taylor_dw@mercer.edu |
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Education:
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Division of Physical Therapy, Department
of Rehabilitation Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine,
2004
Master of Physical Therapy, Division of Physical Therapy, Department
of Rehabilitation Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine,
1992
Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Emory University, 1988
Clinical Expertise:
Geriatric Physical Therapy
Home Health
Teaching Responsibilities:
Geriatrics
Health Promotion
Professional Development
Service-Learning
Clinical Education
Professional Activities:
Member, American Physical Therapy Association
Member, Physical Therapy Association of Georgia
Certifications:
Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy
(2001-2011)
Scholarly Activity:
Research interests are in geriatric physical therapy, evidence based
practice, outcomes management and measures, teaching/learning, and
professional ethics.
Leslie F. Taylor, PT, PhD
Professor and Chair
Contact Information:
Department of Physical Therapy
100B Davis Building
3001 Mercer University Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30341-4415
Phone: 678-547-6167
Fax: 678-547-6202
Taylor_LF@mercer.edu |
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Education:
Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology, Georgia State University, 1997
Master of Science in Counseling, Georgia State University, 1991
Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, Georgia State University, 1982
Certification
Graduate Certificate in Gerontology, Georgia State University, 1997
Clinical Expertise:
Geriatrics/Gerontology
Rheumatology
Teaching Responsibilities:
Professional Development
Psychosocial Aspects of Disability and Disease
Professional Activities:
American Physical Therapy Association, Geriatrics Section, Education Section, Research Section
Physical Therapy Association of Georgia
Arthritis Foundation
Awards/ Recognition:
Distinguished Faculty Member, Physical Therapy Association of Georgia, 2008
Outstanding Faculty Member, Gerontology Institute, Georgia State University, 2003
Scholarly Activity:
Research interests include: 1) physical function in older adults, 2) developing, implementing, and evaluating physical activity interventions to maximize the independence, quality of life, and quality of care of those who are frail and chronically ill, 3) professional development of students through service-learning.
Active Grants:
Paralyzed Veterans Association. Wheelchair Tai Chi Training Program for People with Spinal Cord Injury. $100,000.00 awarded to T Wang, L Taylor, S Chen, C Hall June 2008 - November 30, 2010.
National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, Wheelchair Tai Chi Program for Individuals with Disability. $397,000.00 awarded to T Wang, C Maurer, L Taylor, October 2010 – September 2013
DeKalb County Senior Services. Implementation of UPRIGHT Fall Prevention Program. $14,000 awarded to Senior Connections (subcontract) July 2010 – June 2011.
Selected Publications:
Taylor, LF, Whittington, FJ, Miller, S, Strasser, D, Hennessey, C & Archea, C (2006). Gender differences in chemical restraint use in a nursing home: Patterns of psychotropic drug prescription. Journal of Aging and Pharmacotherapy, 12(2)
Wang, TY, Taylor, LF, Pearl, MJ & Chang, LS (2004). Effects of tai chi exercise on physical and mental health among college students. Journal of Chinese Medicine. Vol. 32, No. 3, 453-459.
Taylor, LF, Kee, CC, King, SV, & Lawrence-Ford, TAB (2004). Effects of a one- day educational symposium on knowledge, impact, and self-management for older African Americans with osteoarthritis. Journal of Community Health Nursing, 21(3)
Tunney, N, Taylor, LF, Gaddy, M, Rosenfeld, A, Pearce, N, Tamanini, J, Treby, A (2004) Aging and motor learning of a functional motor task. Physical and Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics 21(3):1-16.
Taylor, LF, Whittington, F. J., Strasser, D., Miller, S., Hennessey, C., & Archea, C. (2003). Psychotropic drug use in a nursing home: A six-year retrospective. Journal of Applied Gerontology 22(4):474-489
Taylor, LF, Whittington, FJ, Hollingsworth, C, Ball, M, King, SV, Patterson, V, Diwan, S, Rosenbloom, C, & Neel, A (2003). A comparison of functional outcomes following a physical activity intervention of frail older adults in personal care homes. Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy 26(1): 7-11.
Taylor, LF, Whittington, FJ, Hollingsworth, C, Ball, M, King, SV, Patterson, V, Diwan, S, Rosenbloom, C, & Neel, A (2003). The effect of a 9-week walking program class on the functional status of residents in assisted living facilities. Journal of Community Health Nursing 20(1):15-26.
Tunney, N, Taylor, LF, Higbie, EJ, & Haist, F (2002). Declarative memory and motor learning in the older adult. Journal of Physical and Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics 20(2): 21-42.
Tovin, MM., Nelms, T. & Taylor, LF. (2002). The experience of nursing home care: A strong influence on PT students’ work intentions. Journal of Physical Therapy Education 16(1):11-29.
Taylor, LF & Tovin MM (2000). Student physical therapists attitudes toward working with the elderly. Journal of Physical and Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics 18(2):21-39.
Meadows, E. & Taylor, LF (1999). Treatment of interstitial cystitis using intra-anal biofeedback and electrical stimulation: A case study. Journal of the Section on Women’s Health, American Physical Therapy Association, 23(1): 8-10.
Higbie, EJ., Seidel-Cobb, DL., Taylor, LF, & Cummings, GS. (1999). The effect of head position on vertical mandibular opening. Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy, 29(2):127-30.
McKensie, EM., Taylor, LF, Cummings, GS., & Andrews, P. (1997). Prevalence of muscle trigger points in children with cerebral palsy. Journal of Physical and Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics, 17:47-60.
Taylor, LF (1996). Health stressors for in-home caregivers. Family Perspective,3:33-45.
Niamh Tunney, PT, DPT, MS
Clinical Assistant Professor
Contact Information:
Department of Physical Therapy
110 Davis Building
3001 Mercer University Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30341-4415
Phone: 678-547-6172
Fax: 678-547-6202
Tunney_NM@mercer.edu |
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Education:
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Massachusetts General Hospital, Institute of Health Professions, 2004
Master of Science Allied Health, Georgia State University, 2000
Diploma in Physiotherapy, University of Dublin, Trinity College, Ireland, 1983
Clinical Expertise:
Neurological rehabilitation with a specific focus on traumatic brain injury and stroke
Special interest in progressive neurological diseases in adults
Teaching Responsibilities:
Neurological rehabilitation
Fundamentals on patient management
Professional Activities:
Member, American Physical Therapy Association, Neurology Section & Geriatrics Section
Member, Physical Therapy Association of Georgia
Scholarly Activity:
Research interests in mental practice and motor learning in the older adult.
Publications:
Tunney, N. M., Billings, K., Blakely,BG., Burch, D., Hill, M., Jackson, K. (2006) Mental Practice and Motor Learning of a Functional Motor Task in Older Adults. Physical & Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics Vol. 24(3).
Tunney, N. M., Taylor, L.F., Gaddy, M., Rosenfeld, A., Pearce, N., Taminini, J., Treby, A. (2003). Aging and Motor Learning of a Functional Motor Task. Physical & Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics, 21(3).
Tunney, N. M., Taylor, L.F., Higbie, E., Haist, F. (2002). Memory and Motor Learning in the Older Adult. Physical & Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics, 20(2).
Maxine Caruth
Clinical Education Program Specialist
Contact Information:
Department of Physical Therapy
100C Davis Building
3001 Mercer University Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30341-4415
Phone: 678-547-6708
Fax: 678-547-6202
Caruth_rm@mercer.edu |
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Education:
Bachelor of Science, Business Management, The University of Phoenix, 2006
Clinical Expertise:
Non-profit, community outreach
Program Responsibilities:
Manage the administrative aspects of Clinical Education including students’ immunization records, clinical contracts and service-learning sites.
Debra Clapp
Administrative Clerk
Contact Information:
Department of Physical Therapy
100C Davis Building
3001 Mercer University Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30341-4415
Phone: 678-547-6439
Fax: 678-547-6202
Clapp_DA@Mercer.edu |
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Tiffanye Davenport
Physical Therapy Program Specialist
Contact Info:
Physical Therapy Department
3001 Mercer University Drive
Davis Building, Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30341
678-547-6778
Davenport_TG@mercer.edu |
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Education:
Master of Science in Professional Counseling, Georgia State University, 2008
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Northwestern University, 2002
Previous Experience:
Non-profit operations
Customer service
Mental Health Counseling
Program Responsibilities:
Department administrative duties and budget oversight
Equipment purchasing and maintenance
Department liaison to students
Assists with compilation of accreditation documentation
