About Us

Dr. Godges is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Clinical Physical Therapy in the Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy at USC, where his primary focus is to support clinical residency and fellowship programs and the professional development of clinical instructors. Dr. Godges also serves as the Coordinator, Clinical Practice Guideline Knowledge Translation for the Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy.

Dr. Paul Geisler is a Professor and Director of Athletic Training Education at Ithaca College, NY. With 22 years as an AT educator and administrator and 18 years as a clinical athletic trainer across various settings, he holds a BS in Sports Medicine from Marietta College, an MS in Exercise Physiology from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, and an EdD in Curriculum Studies from Georgia Southern University. Dr. Geisler has served on several NATA committees, including the Professional Education Committee and the Executive Committee on Education. He is on the editorial boards of the Athletic Training Education Journal and Athletic Training & Sports Health Care and reviews for multiple journals. As the inaugural Chairperson of the NATA EducATionalists Community, he also engages with the Academy of Medical Educators and the European Board of Medical Assessment. His research interests focus on clinical reasoning and programmatic assessment in AT education.

Dr. Doris Yu received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Southern California, after completing a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacological Chemistry at the University of California, San Diego. She completed her Postgraduate Year One Pharmacy Practice Residency at the Department of Veterans Affairs Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, and became a BPS Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist shortly thereafter. Dr. Yu currently practices as an Inpatient Pharmacist Specialist at Kaiser Permanente. In her spare time, she enjoys playing tennis, hiking, traveling, cooking, and baking.

Jaclyn Schwieterman is the Chair of the Department of Athletic Training and Sports Medicine and Program Director of the Athletic Training Program at Marietta College. As a dually appointed employee, Jaclyn's time is spent both in the classroom and working clinically. Jaclyn completed her Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training at Ohio University and her Master of Education degree at the University of West Florida. She completed her Doctor of Education with a specialization in Teaching and Learning at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in August of 2020.

As an athletic trainer, Jaclyn primarily works with Men’s’ Basketball. In this position, Jaclyn utilizes evidence-based medicine with prevention protocols, treatment, and rehab with her athletes while striving for patient-centered care. Prior to becoming the Program Director, Jaclyn worked with the men’s soccer, basketball, crew, golf, and tennis teams.

Mim Ochsenbein has over 20 years of experience as a pediatric occupational therapist. She earned her BSc in Occupational Therapy from the University of Southern California in 1996 and an MSW from UCLA in 2012, focusing on non-profit management. Ochsenbein holds advanced certifications in sensory integration (SIPT, SPD ProCert1, SPD ProCert2), listening therapy (Therapeutic Listening, iLs), feeding therapy (SOS), DIR, and infant massage (CIMI). Her diverse experience includes early intervention, school-based, clinic-based, mental health, and private practice settings. As a social worker, she has expertise in case management, program development, and management. Since 2013, Mim has taught graduate and continuing education courses and has been with the STAR Institute since 2017, invited by Dr. Lucy Jane Miller, PhD, FAOTA, OTR. Mim remains dedicated to continual learning and improving her teaching methods.

Dr. Nicole Kuhl is the Capstone Coordinator and Assistant Professor in the Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program at Des Moines University. She earned her master’s and post-professional doctorate in occupational therapy from the University of South Dakota. Dr. Kuhl practices in adult inpatient rehabilitation with a focus on brain injury. She serves as the Iowa Ambassador for the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy and the Social Media Editor for the Brain Injury Special Interest Group within the American Congress of Rehabilitative Medicine. Her research and publications cover clinical practice, occupational therapy education, professional identity, and burnout. Dr. Kuhl has taught courses in neurology, clinical reasoning, evidence-based practice, and more. She is a Certified Brain Injury Specialist and a member of several professional organizations, including the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy and the American Occupational Therapy Association.

Sarah Green is a Speech-Language Pathologist at Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare. She holds a Master of Arts degree and is a Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS). Sarah is dedicated to helping individuals with communication and cognitive challenges, providing specialized care to support their recovery and improve their quality of life.

Dr. William Adams is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where he is also the Program Director for the Master of Science in Athletic Training and Director of the Hydration, Environment, and Thermal (H.E.A.T.) Stress Lab. His research focuses on optimizing health and performance, particularly through fluid intake, exertional heat stroke, and athletic performance. Dr. Adams has authored or co-authored 75 publications on these topics and has been a licensed Athletic Trainer since 2010, with clinical experience in collegiate and secondary school settings. He has treated over 55 cases of exertional heat stroke at major events such as the Boston Marathon and Ironman Lake Placid. Dr. Adams earned his bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and his master’s and doctoral degrees in Exercise Science from the University of Connecticut, where he also completed a postdoctoral fellowship.

Dr. Yvonne Randall is a dedicated advocate for occupational therapy with a career spanning over 25 years. She began teaching through technology in 2002 and is enthusiastic about using OTU to enhance education and clinical reasoning. Dr. Randall has taught in occupational therapy, assistant, and educational leadership programs and has served as faculty member, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, Program Director, and Associate Dean. She also consults for business and educational programs and provides occupational therapy services in early intervention and adult day care.

Dr. Randall’s leadership includes roles as Chair of the AOTPAC, Treasurer of the SSO: USA, and Speaker for the AOTA Representative Assembly. In 2022, she received the AOTA Lindy Boggs Award. She has presented over 200 times at conferences, authored 5 book chapters, and reviewed over 30 books. She holds degrees from Texas Woman’s University, Chapman University, and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Amy Radu graduated from San Diego State University with her Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology. She then attended Asuza Pacific University for her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. She completed the PNF residency and became a staff member where she currently is an instructor at the PNF program, a neurological clinical specialist and working as a Physical Therapist at Kaiser Rehabilitation Foundation Center on the spinal cord team.

Dr. Anne LeMoine earned her Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology from Whittier College in 2006 and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Azusa Pacific University in 2008. She completed the Fortanasce Orthopedic Residency Program in 2009 under Dr. Clare Frank’s mentorship and achieved Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) certification in 2010. That same year, she finished the Kaiser Permanente Movement Science Fellowship.

In 2011, Dr. LeMoine began teaching as an adjunct faculty member at Azusa Pacific University, focusing on movement analysis and coordination deficits in the Orthopedic section. She is a full-time Physical Therapist with Kaiser Permanente South Bay and leads the KP4Me group, promoting early patient intervention and provider collaboration.

Dr. LeMoine, an APTA member for 8 years, co-authored two papers and contributed to data collection for three others. Outside of work, she enjoys triathlons, soccer, and family time.

Dr. Annette Karim is an Assistant Professor at Azusa Pacific University, specializing in Clinical Skills, Wellness, and Capstone Projects. She is a residency and fellowship-trained orthopaedic clinical specialist and a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists. Dr. Karim mentors for the Manual Therapy Institute Fellowship, leads the Performing Arts Special Interest Group (PASIG) for the Orthopaedic Section of the APTA, and serves on various committees, including the Dance USA Taskforce on Dancer Health and the American Board of Residency and Fellowship Education.

She provides care for dancers at Evergreen Physical Therapy Specialists in Pasadena, CA, and teaches dance and movement analysis. Dr. Karim, who graduated from Texas Woman’s University in 2008 with a Master’s in Physical Therapy and a DPT in 2009, completed the Manual Therapy Institute Fellowship in 2013 and earned her PhD in 2016.

Brian Cleveley is a faculty member and co-founder of the Virtual Technology and Design program at the University of Idaho. He teaches Senior Capstone Design, 3rd Year Design, and Cross-Reality courses, focusing on Virtual World Development with an emphasis on user-centric experiential learning through Virtual and Augmented Reality. With over 25 years of experience in virtual worlds, Brian has worked with platforms such as VLRM97®, Second Life®, and Unity 3D®. He holds a Master of Architecture and a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Idaho, a Bachelor of Environmental Studies from the University of Manitoba, and an Honours Diploma in Architectural Technology from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology. Before joining the University of Idaho, Brian worked in architecture, integrating CADD and visualization technologies into client engagement, permitting, marketing, and construction document development.

Dr. Chris Patterson earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Azusa Pacific University in 2006 and became an Orthopedic Certified Specialist in 2009. He has worked in outpatient orthopedics for the past decade. Since 2015, Dr. Patterson has been a full-time Assistant Professor at Azusa Pacific University, specializing in motion analysis, orthopedics, musculoskeletal imaging, and kinesiology. He is currently completing a fellowship in lower quarter biomechanical assessment at the Movement Performance Institute in Los Angeles and pursuing a Ph.D. in Physical Therapy at Loma Linda University, focusing on gait and lumbar spine biomechanics.

Dr. Patterson has taught biomechanics for the past five years and integrates this knowledge into assessing and treating movement dysfunctions. He regularly attends continuing education courses, including those by Dr. Claire Frank and Dr. Chris Powers, and has been a member of the APTA Sports Section for 10 years. He also works part-time at Covina Hills Sports Medicine.

Dr. Dan Farwell graduated with his BS in Physical Therapy from the Loma Linda University in 1981. He received his Masters in Biokinesiology and his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University Southern California in 1999. He was the director / owner of Body Rx Physical Therapy, a private practice, out-patient, orthopedic clinic from 1985 – 2007.

He began his teaching career in 1999, as an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy at the University of Southern California. After several years of developing successful, physical therapy, medical model and wellness clinics, he accepted an offer to join the physical therapy faculty at Azusa Pacific University as a full-time Assistant Professor.

Dr. Farwell is involved with the orthopedic curriculum, and is also a primary instructor in the Administration and Wellness courses. He also works as a part time Physical Therapist at Azusa Physical Therapy Associates, as well as assisting the APU Sports Medicine Department treating orthopedic and sports injury clientele. In his down time, he enjoys playing golf, cheering for the “Cougs” and “Trojans”, and spending time with his family.

David Marchetti is an Athletic Trainer & Clinical Professor at King’s College in Wilkes-Barre, PA. He is a practicing AT for 17 years. He has interests in patient reported outcome measures and has presented on quality of life in patients as well as various treatments in concussion rehabilitation.

Dr. James Syms is an accomplished physical therapist and educator with extensive experience. He graduated with honors from California State University at Northridge in 1987 and obtained his Certificate in Physical Therapy from UCLA Medical Center/CSUN that same year. He earned an Advanced Master degree and Doctor of Science from Loma Linda University in 1995 and 2005, respectively. His doctoral research focused on scapular positioning in baseball players. Dr. Syms has received several awards, including the Charles Magestro Service Award (2014) and the Royce P. Noland Award of Merit (2016). He is an Assistant Professor at Loma Linda University and has taught at various institutions, including Azusa Pacific University and internationally. His clinical and research interests include biomechanics and movement science. Dr. Syms has been active in health policy and physical therapy governance, serving in leadership roles and committees, including as President of the California Physical Therapy Association.

Jayna Niblock is board certified in Pediatric Occupational Therapy practice through the American Occupational Therapy Association. She holds a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and advanced certification in working with individuals with Sensory Processing Disorder through the STAR Institute. Jayna is a board-certified Telepractice specialist and enjoys engaging students and clients in both online and in-person activities to reach their fullest potential.

Dr. Jennifer Nash, a physical therapist for over 20 years, specializes in neurologic disorders in adults. She is a Board-Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist (NCS) and a Certified Exercise Expert for Aging Adults (CEEAA). Since 2018, Dr. Nash has been at UNLV, leading courses in neurologic, balance, vestibular, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. Her research and student-led projects focus on fall prevention for older adults in Nevada. She is a Stepping On Master Trainer, Tai Ji Quan leader, and certified in Otago Exercise Program. Dr. Nash serves as the Chair of the ANPT Balance and Falls SIG and co-developed the APTA Geriatrics Balance and Fall courses. She also chairs the Nevada Goes Falls Free Coalition and is a member of the Nevada Physical Therapy Board. Dr. Nash has clinical experience in various settings and currently works PRN at Dignity Health in Henderson. She holds a DPT and MS from Northern Arizona University.

Dr. Jordan Cossin earned a Bachelor of Science in Applied Exercise Science from Azusa Pacific University in 2013 and worked as a strength and conditioning coach for two years. He then entered the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Azusa Pacific University, where he contributed to the Physio-U team by starting the “Anatomy Series.” After graduating in 2018, Dr. Cossin pursued the Kaiser Permanente Southern California Orthopaedic Residency and became an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS). Influenced by his mentors and a passion for athletics, he completed the Orthopaedic Fellowship and Sports Rehabilitation program in February 2021. At PhysioU, Dr. Cossin provided clinically relevant research through “Mentoring Minutes” and contributed to advancing evidence-based practice and improving patient experiences.

Dr. Justin Lantz is an assistant professor of clinical family medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of USC and the director of the USC Spine Physical Therapy Fellowship program. A board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) and Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT), he practices at USC's Health Sciences Campus Faculty Practice. Dr. Lantz treats orthopedic populations of all ages with a focus on spinal disorders. He is an active member of the CPTA, APTA, AAOMPT, and NASS. In addition to his clinical work, he mentors USC orthopedic physical therapy residents and promotes interdisciplinary education between medical and physical therapy students. His research focuses on post-surgical rehabilitation outcomes for spine surgery, aiming to develop evidence-based rehabilitation guidelines. Dr. Lantz earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Northwestern University, a Fellowship in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy from the University of Illinois, and a B.S. from Northern Illinois University.

Kathryn Kumagai Shimamura was a Southern California-based physical therapist specializing in neurology and orthopedics. Board-certified and with extensive experience, she was a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists.

Shimamura earned her BS from California State University Northridge and her MS and DPT from the University of Southern California. She was an Associate Professor at Azusa Pacific University and has taught continuing education courses on movement analysis, motor learning, and spine and shoulder rehabilitation. Shimamura was also involved in developing movement-based therapeutic approaches and contributing to the APTA's clinical practice guideline for post-concussion rehabilitation.

Kun Man received her MSc in Physical Therapy (Musculoskeletal) from Curtin University in 2018, and her BSc (Hons) in Physical Therapy from Glasgow Caledonian University in 2012. She has worked in a range of clinical specialties across both inpatient and outpatient, public and private clinical settings in Singapore. Now based in the US, Kun Man continues to grow her clinical and research interests in the areas of chronic pain management and rehabilitative technology development. She enjoys the synergy of inter-professional collaboration and problem-solving. Having served as a clinical educator in the outpatient orthopaedic setting, she enjoys mentoring and lecturing. At PhysioU, Kun Man explores how technology can enhance learning and collaborates with faculty to design new strategies and tools that develop expert clinicians for tomorrow. In her free time, Kun Man enjoys running, reading, cycling, baking, craftwork, and cooking - in an ever-changing order of preference.

Dr. Maria Constantinou is a Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy at Australian Catholic University and an Australian registered physiotherapist with extensive clinical, teaching, and research experience. She served as Secretary on the Executive Board of the International Federation of Sports Physical Therapy (2011-2019) and has been a National Sports Physiotherapy Australia committee member since 2008. An Australian Physiotherapy Association Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist and Fellow of the Australian Sports Medicine Federation, Maria has worked at major events, including the Sydney 2000 and Athens 2004 Olympics, Vancouver 2010 Olympics, and the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. She coordinated physiotherapy programs for the 2018 Commonwealth Games and has taught or presented in over 25 countries. Her research interests include sports injury prevention, therapeutic taping, reflective practice, and gait function in hip osteoarthritis. Maria authored "Therapeutic Taping for Musculoskeletal Conditions," which has been translated into several languages.

Mark Brown (B.App.Sc.(Phty); M.HSc; MBA; GradCertHEd.) holds postgraduate qualifications in Sports Physiotherapy, Management, and Higher Education. He is an Australian Physiotherapy Association Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist, an IFSPT International Registered Sports Physical Therapist, a Fellow of the Australian Sports Medicine Federation, and a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Managers and Leaders. Currently, he is the Allied Health Clinic Coordinator and Clinic Discipline Lead for Physiotherapy at Australian Catholic University and an Honorary Adjunct Assistant Professor at Bond University. His past roles include Venue Medical Manager for the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games, Executive Officer of Sports Medicine Australia’s Queensland Branch, and Director of Physiotherapy Services for the Sydney 2000 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Mark’s teaching and research focus on improving safety and performance in sports and physical activity, with extensive clinical experience at major sporting events and contributions to sports medicine literature.

Dr. LeMoine is a Clinical Specialist II physical therapist at Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles. He is clinical faculty in the Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship programs and has been mentoring orthopedic PT residents for 6 years. He completed an orthopedic residency and two fellowships while with Kaiser Permanente. Dr. LeMoine is adjunct faculty at Azusa Pacific University, teaching Musculoskeletal PT. He is certified in orthopedics, sports, and manual physical therapy. Dr. LeMoine has been teaching nationally for 4 years on sports movement analysis and rehab. He has been involved in the APTA orthopedic section in multiple areas. Dr. LeMoine currently lives in Marina Del Rey, CA, with his wife and two young daughters.

Dr. Hudson-McKinney is a professor at Western University of Health Sciences . With a variety of experience and board certification in neurology, Dr. Hudson-McKinney is an educator, serves on the National MS Society Professional Board, and researches novel exercise programs, fall prevention, and interprofessional education.

Dr. Melissa Cole is a Board Certified Pediatric Specialist and an Assistant Professor at Azusa Pacific University. She has over 14 years of experience working with the pediatric population, primarily in early intervention. Melissa is currently working on her Ph.D. in Rehabilitation and Movement Science. Her research interests include early trunk control development and the role of non-cognitive traits on DPT student success.

Dr. Priya Bakshi has been an associate professor at Indiana State University’s Master of Occupational Therapy program since 2017. She has over 25 years of clinical experience and is a certified hand therapist. She is passionate about hand care, volunteers in the research division of the American Society of Hand Therapists, and has contributed to the profession with presentations at state, national, and biennial Hand Care conferences. Her teaching philosophy is to encourage her students to be lifelong learners, to be a positive instrument of change in their client’s recovery, and be advocates for the profession.

Rachel Tabak Tran is the Director of the Transitional Living Center at Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Health Care. She graduated from Northeastern University in 2010 and completed the Rancho Los Amigos/University of Southern California Neurologic Residency Program in 2012. Dr. Tran has taught neurologic rehabilitation at various schools in the Los Angeles area. In 2015 she was the recipient of the Early Career Award from the Academy of Neurology of the APTA. She is currently a mentor in the Casa Colina Neurologic Residency Program.

Sara Virella Kraft is a Professor at the Medical University of South Carolina teaching the Neuromuscular course series for DPT students. She is a board-certified neurological specialist and a board-certified assistive technology professional.

She has 26 years of clinical experience working in the field of neurorehabilitation. She is a co-founding director of the Medical University of South Carolina Neurological residency and is the past chair of the APTA residency/fellowship education specialty interest group.

She has worked as a clinician, manager, and now educator in all settings. She is the faculty director of the MUSC CARES student run free clinic and works as a clinician in wheelchair seating clinic.

Susan Shore earned a BSc in Physical Therapy from University of Wisconsin, Madison, an MSc in Physical Therapy from the University of Minnesota, and a PhD in Exercise Science from the University of Toronto. Her work experience as a Physical Therapist has included both inpatient and outpatient care in the U.S. and Canada. She has clinical expertise in the area of cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation as well as wellness. Dr. Shore currently serves as Professor in the DPT program at Azusa Pacific University.