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Charles J. Gulas, PT, PhD, GCS

Dean, Professor
AB Academic Center 1204

Education

PhD in Higher Education Administration, St. Louis University
MA.Ed. Degree in Education. Maryville University
Physical Therapy Post Baccalaureate Certification Program. Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology, Minor in Science and Biology, Hiram College

Courses Taught

Integumentary and Geriatric Units in the DPT Curriculum

Research Interests

History of Physical Therapy, Assessment of Teaching and Learning, Cultural Competence

Selected Publications

Enhancing the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning: An Early Assessment of SoTL on the Maryville University Campus, with Dr. Mary Ellen Finch, and Dr. Marilyn Cohn, a multi-year study, 2005-2010

Restorative Technician Training Program Curriculum, Health Volunteers Overseas, January 2009-2011

Mastery in Leadership, Administration, Management, and Professionalism (LAMP) Skills: The Creation of a Guide for Physical Therapy Students and Clinical Instructors, with Cherie Prenger, PT, DPT, Poster Presentation, APTA CSM, February 2008.

Blueprint for the Teaching of Cultural Competence in Physical Therapy Curriculum, APTA 2007

Establishing The Reliability of Using The Inventory For Assessing The Process of Cultural Competence Among Healthcare Professionals With Physical Therapy Students, Dissertation Abstracts 2005

A Guide to Preventing Fall As You Age, Krames Communication, 2006

Wound Care Managing the Healing Process in Physical Therapist's Companion, Springhouse Corporation, 2000

What You Need to Know About Arthritis, A Physical Therapist's Perspective, APTA patient brochure, 1999

When I'm Not Teaching

Travel, Volunteering in Haiti, Gardening, Cooking, Art Shows and Reading
Phone: 314.529.9474
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Website: http://drgulas.com/

Lisa Albers, MSN, RN

Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing
AB Academic Center 1215

Education

(BA Biology, Gustavus Adolphus College) (BSN, St. Louis University)
(MSN, University of Phoenix)

Courses Taught

(NURS 205 Pharmacology, NURS 306 Nursing Care of Children, NURS 404 Leadership )

Research Interests

(Pediatrics, Medication Management)

Selected Publications

(Establishing partnerships to recruit and retain critical care nurses. Journal for Nurses in Staff Development, 2010 May-Jun; 26 (3): ISSN: 1098-7886)

When I'm Not Teaching

I sew, teach Sunday school, grow herbs, and watch a lot of volleyball.
Phone: 314.529.6822
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Sarah Archibald, MSN, RN

Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing, Coordinator of the Nursing Resource Center
Kernaghan 1112

Education

(BS in Nursing, Saint Louis University)
(MSN, Maryville University)

Courses Taught

Intro to Nursing Skills, Pharmacology Skills, Adult I Skills

When I'm Not Teaching:

Exercising, Gardening, crafts, spending time with my two girls
Phone: 314.529.9689
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Joni Barry, PT, DPT, NCS

Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
AB Academic Center 1258

Education

BS in Exercise Science, University of Iowa Masters in PT, Beaver College (now Arcadia U)
Post-professional DPT, MGH-IHP

Courses Taught

Patient Management; Examination Procedures; Systems & Disease III Neurologic Conditions and Management; Advanced Assessment

Research Interests

Individuals with Chronic Hemiparesis and Balance

Selected Publications

Research presentations at CSM and MPTA; manuscript pending with JNPT

When I'm Not Teaching

When I am not teaching I stay busy keeping up with my children's various activities (music, tennis and dance) and trying to practice what I preach be getting exercise. I continue to also work in clinical practice seeing adults with neurologic dysfunction. I was fortunate to get to travel to Europe last summer visiting Greece and Italy, just amazing! This summer (2011) I'm heading to Colorado and one thing I plan to see is the cliff dwellings is Mesa Verde.
Phone: 314.529.9608
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Jack Bennett, DPT, MEd, SCS, CSCS

Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
AB Academic Center 1263

Education

BS in Education, University of Missouri-Columbia BS in Physical Therapy, University of Missouri-Columbia
M.Ed. in Human Performance, University of Missouri-Columbia
DPT, University of Indianapolis Krannert School of Physical Therapy

Courses Taught

Fitness, Wellness, and Nutrition, Kinesiology, Exercise Principles, University Seminar, Orthopedics

Research Interests

Sports rehabilitation, sports conditioning, children's health

When I'm Not Teaching

Interact with my son Andrew, I also like to jog, play golf, do puzzles and read John Grisham, James Patterson and Jodi Picoult novels.
Phone: 314.529.9225
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Linda Berry, MSN, RN, ACNS-BC

Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing
AB Academic Center 1220

Education

(BSN Northern Illinois University) (MSN Aurora University)

Courses Taught

(Pathophysiology, Pharmacology Skills, Care of the Adult I, Care of the Adult II, Senior Practicum)

Research Interests

(Education, Dialysis)

When I'm Not Teaching:

When I'm not teaching I enjoy reading books, hiking, playing golf, biking, and being near any body of water.
Phone: 314.529.9458
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Robert Bertolino, PhD, LMFT, CRC, LPC, LCSW, NCC, AAMFT

Associate Professor of Rehabilitation Counseling
AB Academic Center 1222

Education

BSW in Social Work, University of Missouri-St. Louis
M.Ed. in Counselor Education, University of Missouri-St. Louis
Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy, St. Louis University

Courses Taught

Foundations of Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling and Personality Theory, Foundations of Family Therapy, Internship

Research Interests

Adolescents and Families, Clinical Outcomes

When I'm Not Teaching:

I enjoy playing and listening to music as well as traveling the country to see US concerts.

Selected Publications

Bertolino, B. (2010). Strengths-based engagement and practice: Creating effective helping relationships. Boston: Allyn & Bacon.

Bertolino, B. (2003). Change-oriented psychotherapy with adolescents and young adults: The next generation of respectful and effective therapeutic processes and practices. New York: Norton.

Bertolino, B. (1999). Therapy with troubled teenagers: Rewriting young lives in progress. New York: John Wiley & Sons.

Bertolino, B., Kiener, M. S., & Patterson, R. (2009). The therapist's notebook for strengths and solution-based therapies: Homework, handouts, and activities. New York: Routledge/Taylor & Francis.

Bertolino, B., & O'Hanlon, B. (2002). Collaborative, competency-based counseling and therapy. Boston: Allyn & Bacon.

Bertolino, B., & Schultheis, G. (2002). The therapist's notebook for families: Solution-oriented exercises for working with parents, children, and adolescents. New York: The Haworth Press.

Bertolino, B., & Thompson, K. (1999). The residential youth care worker in action: A collaborative, competency-based approach. New York: The Haworth Press.

O'Hanlon, B., & Bertolino, B. (1998). Even from a broken web: Brief, respectful solution- oriented therapy for sexual abuse and trauma. New York: John Wiley & Sons.
Phone: 314.529.9659
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Nancy Bise

Music Therapy and Occupational Therapy Program Assistant
AB Academic Center 1245

Phone: 314.529.9515
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Paula Bohr, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA

Director Occupational Therapy Program, Associate Professor
AB Academic Center 1255

Education

BS in Occupational Therapy, University of Kansas MS in Health, Physical Education, & Recreation, University of Oklahoma PhD in Industrial Engineering, University of Oklahoma

Courses Taught

Evidence-Based Practice, Management & Administration

Research Interests

Ergonomics, education

Selected Publications

Bohr, PC. (2009) Critical review and analysis of the impact of the physical infrastructure on the driving ability, performance and safety of older adults. American Journal of Occupational Therapy 62(2): 159-172

Bohr, PC (2006) Appendix D. Infrastructure design summary in Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Driving and Community Mobility for Older Adults, Bethesda, MD: American Occupational Therapy Association

Grayson, D, Dale, AM, Bohr, PC, Wolf, L and Evanoff, BA. (2005) Ergonomic evaluation: Part of a treatment protocol for musculoskeletal injuries, American Association of Occupational Health Nurses Journal 53 (10): 450-459

Evanoff, BA, Grayson, D, Dale, AM, Wolf, LW and Bohr, PC. (2002) Is disability underreported following work injury? Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation 12(3): 139-150

Bohr, PC (2002) Office ergonomics education: a comparison of traditional and participatory methods, WORK: a Journal of Prevention, Assessment and Rehabilitation 19(2): 185-191

When I'm Not Teaching:

I enjoy music (both listening and performing), woodworking projects, and cooking.
Phone: 314.529.9682
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Cynthia Briggs, PsyD, MT-BC

Director Music Therapy Program, Associate Professor
AB Academic Center 1261

Education

B.M.E., University of Kansas
M.M., University of Miami
Psy.D., Drexel University

Courses Taught

Undergraduate and graduate music therapy courses, University Seminar, Clinical fieldwork supervision

Research Interests

Attachment and attachment disorder, SoTL - music therapy education

Selected Publications

Briggs, C. A. and Weber, S. B. The background and current status of education and funding for music therapy services in the United States. In Jahrbuch Musiktherapie - Internationale Beitrage zu Theorie und Praxis. Winter 2007.


Phone: 314.529.9441
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Elizabeth Buck, PhD, RN

Director Nursing Program, Associate Professor
AB Academic Center 1208

Education

BS in Psychology, Pennsylvania State University BSN, Saint Louis University
MSN (R), Saint Louis University
PhD in Nursing, The University of Texas, Austin

Courses Taught

Nursing Research, Leadership

Research Interests

Tolerance of Ambiguity in Nursing Students, Complexity Science applied to health care and education

When I'm Not Teaching:

I read anything I can get my hands on, especially mysteries, and when the weather is nice, I'm an avid golfer.
Phone: 314.529.9453
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Erin Cattoor, MSN, RN

Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing
AB Academic Center 1213

Education

BSN, University of Missouri-St. Louis
MSN, University of Missouri-St. Louis
Currently pursuing PhD in Nursing, University of Missouri-Columbia

Courses Taught

Health Assessment, Nursing Care of the Adult 1

Research Interests

Gerontology, Cognitive Function & Dementia

When I'm Not Teaching

I like to spend time with my family & volunteer at a local Alzheimer's facility.
Phone: 314.529.9444
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Michael T. Cibulka, PT, DPT, MHS, OCS

Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
AB Academic Center 1265

Education

BS in Physical Therapy, University of Missouri
MHS, Washington University
DPT, MGH Institute of Health Professions

Courses Taught

Orthopedic Conditions I – II, Clinical Epidemiology, Introduction to Diagnostic Imaging, Systems and Disease II

Research Interests

Low back pain, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, hip pain, osteoarthritis

Selected Publications

Cibulka MT, Strube MJ, Damon Meier, Michelle Selsor, Christopher Wheatley, Nathan Wilson, James J. Irrgang. Symmetrical and Asymmetrical Hip Rotation and Its Relationship to Hip Rotator Muscle Strength. Clinical Biomech. (Bristol, Avon). 2010 Jan; 25(1):56-62.

Cibulka MT, White DM, Woehrle J, Harris-Hayes M, Enseki K, Fagerson TL, Sover J, Godges JJ. Hip Pain and mobility deficit—hip osteoarthritis: clinical practice guidelines linked to the international classification of functioning, disability, and health from the Orthopaedic Section of the American Physical Therapy Association. J. Ortho Sports Phys Ther. 2009 April; 39(4):A1-25.

Cibulka MT. Sternocleidomastoid muscle imbalance in a patient with recurrent headache. Man Ther. 2006 Feb; 11(1): 78-82

Cibulka MT, Watkins-Threlkeld J. Patellofemoral Pain and Asymmetrical Hip Rotation, a Case Report. Phys Ther. 2005; 85:1201-1207.

Cibulka MT, Threlkeld J. The Early Clinical Diagnosis of Osteoarthritis of the Hip, Resident's Case Problem. J Ortho Sports Phys Ther. 2004; 34:461-467.

Cibulka MT. Determination and significance of femoral neck anteversion. Phys Ther. 2004 Jun; 84(6): 550-8.

Cibulka MT. Understanding sacroiliac joint movement as a guide to the management of a patient with unilateral low back pain. Man Ther. 2002 Nov; 7(4): 215-21.

When I'm Not Teaching

I enjoy working out, running, getting the heart rate over 130! Music (rock and roll especially 70's classics and everything else that is good), also like high end stereo equipment (read about and listen to). I enjoy eating and cooking food (Italian and Continental) as well as wine (California, French, and German 75 and 76 especially Gold Capsule Auslese, BA, and TBA's look them up and if you get lucky try one). I also enjoy reading Greek and Roman history as well as biographies especially of great people (Abraham Lincoln).Last I really enjoy reading new research about hip OA, low back pain, etc.
Phone: 314.529.6540
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Ashlyn R. Cunningham, MA, OTR/L

Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy
AB Academic Center 1254

Education

BS in Occupational Therapy, Washington University
MA in Occupational Therapy, Texas Woman's University

Courses Taught

Occupational Therapy Theory, Occupational Therapy Evaluations, Occupational Therapy Interventions 1, Evidence Based Practice Research Group Mentor, Practice Seminar, Advanced Practice Seminar

Research Interests

Fall Prevention, Home Safety

When I'm Not Teaching:

When I am not teaching, I enjoy sewing and knitting. I am also looking forward to learning how to throw pottery this summer.
Phone: 314.529.9533
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Robert Cunningham, MS, OT/L

Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy
AB Academic Center 1252

Education

BS in Occupational Therapy, University of North Dakota
MS in Occupational Therapy, Eastern Kentucky University

Courses Taught

Introduction to Occupational Therapy, Human Occupation, Foundations of Occupational Therapy, Therapeutic Adaptations Enabling Occupation, Practice Seminar

Research Interests

Assistive Technology

When I'm Not Teaching

I have a number of outside interests including coaching my children's sports teams, competition barbeque, vegetable gardening, serving on a school board and engaging in assistive technology consulting.
Phone: 314.529.6862
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Karen Parker Davis, MA, OTR/L

Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, Occupational Therapy
AB Academic Center 1247

Education

BS in Occupational Therapy, University of Illinois Chicago Medical Center MA in Health Services Managements, Webster University - St. Louis

Courses Taught

Fieldwork Practicum Series: Levels I & II, Practice Seminar, Introduction to Occupational Therapy, Practice Skills

Research Interests

Alzheimer's disease


When I'm Not Teaching:

When I'm not teaching, I enjoy reading fiction, traveling to lands near & far most recently to Australia for my son's wedding last year, doing community service within the national & state Occupational Therapy Associations and finally, volunteering with the youth groups in my church.
Phone: 314.529.9622
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Konrad Dias, PT, DPT, CCS

Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
AB Academic Center 1249

Education

BS in Exercise Physiology, University of Massachusetts, Lowell
MS in Physical Therapy, University of Massachusetts, Lowell
DPT, University of Massachusetts, Lowell

Courses Taught

Exercise Physiology, Systems and Diseases IV, Cardiopulmonary Conditions and Management, Patient Management, Advanced Physiology

Research Interests

Exercise Physiology, CHF and exercise, COPD and exercise, Continuing Education competence

Selected Publications

Dias KJ, Collins SM, Cahalin LP. Physical Therapy Implications in managing patients with pacemakers and defibrillators. Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy Journal. 17(2) 67-74; 2006.

Collins SM. Dias KJ. Cardiac System. Acute Care Handbook for Physical Therapists, 3rd Edition, Butterworth and Heinemann. Saunders Elsevier 2009.

Dias KJ, Collins SM, Amos K, Smiddy J, Martchink P. Blood Pressure and RPE in Upper vs. Lower Extremity Exercise. Abstract. Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy Journal, 2007; 18(4) 38.

Collins SM, Dias KJ, Cahalin LP. Pacer Settings and Exercise Tolerance in Heart Failure: A Case Presentation. Abstract. Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy Journal. 15(4); 2004.

When I'm Not Teaching

I enjoy spending time with my wife and 2 year old son Aidan, trying the eclectic cuisine that St Louis offers, and travelling both nationally and internationally.
Phone: 314.529.9698
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Ann Fick, PT, DPT, MS, CCS

Director of Clinical Education, Assistant Professor
Reid 1300

Education

BS in Physical Therapy, St. Louis University
MS in Physical Therapy, Texas Woman's University
DPT, MGH Institute of Health Professions

Courses Taught

Clinical Education Foundations I, Cardiopulmonary Conditions, Advanced Assessment and Clinical Experiences I-V

Research Interests

Clinical Education and Cardiovascular & Pulmonary

When I'm Not Teaching

In my free time I am very active in our local physical therapy association as the Chair and at the national level as the treasurer of the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Section. I also have the privilege of assisting in the test assessment and development process for the physical therapy national board exam.
Phone: 314.529.9514
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Geralyn Frandsen, EdD, RN

Director of Gerontology Certificate Program; Coordinator, Nursing Education Concentration
Reid 1301

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Maryville University)
Master of Science in Nursing (Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville)
Doctor of Education (Higher Education) St. Louis University

Courses Taught:

Teaching Strategies, Teaching Practicum, Curriculum and Measurement, Advanced Community Assessment, Pharmacology, Nursing Care at the End of Life Research Interest: Mentoring, Higher Education

Selected Publications:

Frandsen, G. (2009). Team Teaching in Higher Education. In: It Works For Me.

Frandsen, G. (2009). Pharmacotherapy of Seizures, Pharmacotherapy of Muscle Spasms and Spasticity, Central Nervous System Stimulants and Drugs for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Anesthetics and Anesthesia Adjuncts, Pharmacotherapy of Inflammation and Fever : In Pharmacology Connections to Nursing Practice. By Adams, M. P. and Koch, R. W. New Jersey: Pearson Publishers.

When I'm Not Teaching

When I am not teaching I enjoy cooking and trying new recipes and spending time with my family.
Phone: 314.529.9439
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Pradip K.Ghosh, PT, PhD

Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
AB Academic Center 1262

Phone: 314.529.9442
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Jodi Green, MSN, RN, FNP-BC

Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing
AB Academic Center 1207

Education

BSN, Culver-Stockton / Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing
MSN, University of Missouri-Columbia
Post-MSN-FNP, Maryville University

Courses Taught

Health Assessment, Community Health Nursing, Care of the Childbearing Family, Senior Practicum, Graduate FNP courses

Research Interest

Precepting and mentoring

Selected Publications

Are Nurses Acting as Role Models for the Prevention of SIDS, 2004, Published in American Journal of Maternal Child Nursing May/June 2004.

When I'm Not Teaching:

I love spending time on the water with my family and am a huge St. Louis Cardinal's fan.
Phone: 314.529.9337
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Jennifer Gwin, MSN, APRN-BC

Assistant Professor of Nursing
AB Academic Center 1209

Education

BSN, Southeast Missouri State University
MSN, Southeast Missouri State University
Pursuing DNP at Case Western Reserve University

Courses Taught

Advanced Health Assessment, Adult Health I, Adult Practicum I, Adult Practicum II

Research Interests

Health disparities, Social determinants of health

When I'm Not Teaching

During my free time, I enjoy reading and spending time with family and friends.
Phone: 314-529-6587
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Julie F. Hinkle, RN, MSN

Clinical Assistant Professor
AB Academic Center 2253

Education

BSN University of Pittsburgh
MSN University of Michigan
PhD candidate University of Michigan

Courses Taught

Pathophysiology, Health Promotion

Research Interests

Online Learning, Learning in depression and stress

What I like to do when I am not teaching?

Watch my son play volleyball and Men's volleyball every chance I get! Cook, cook and cook!
Phone: 314.529.9478
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Alice Jensen, MSN, RN

Coordinator, BSN-Completion Program
AB Academic Center 1214

Education

BS St.Olaf College BSN - Texas Women's University
MS in Nursing - Northern Illinois University
Graduate certificate in Women's Studies – University of Missouri/St. Louis

Courses Taught

Nurs 302 Psychosocial Nursing Nurs 307 Transition to Professional Nursing
Nurs 308 Nursing Research
Nurs 404 Leadership
Nurs 403 Population focused practice
Nurs 604 Sociocultural Influences on Health and Health Care
Nurs 605 Professional Role Development: Nurse Educator
Nurs 631 Education: Learning theory and philosophy

Research Interests

Psychosocial nursing, nursing education, empathy

Selected Publications

A Nursing Reformulation of Bowen's Family Systems Theory, Archives of Psychiatric Nursing

A Descriptive Qualitative Study of Student Learning in a Psychosocial Nursing Class infused with Art, Literature, Music and Film, International Journal of Nursing Education Scholarship

A Descriptive Study of Student Learning through Confluent Education: An Opportunity to Enhance Nursing Student's Caring, Empathy, and Presence with Clients from other Cultures. International Journal of Human Caring

When I'm Not Teaching

While not teaching I enjoy riding my appaloosa, Louie. I also explore the country with my husband on the back of a Harley, read a lot, swim and walk in the woods.
Phone: 314.529.9449
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Michael Kiener, PhD, CRC

Director of Rehabilitation Counseling Program, Associate Professor
AB Academic Center 1221

Education

BS in Health & Human Services University at Buffalo
MS Rehabilitation Counseling University at Buffalo
Ph.D. Counselor Education University at Buffalo

Courses Taught

Research Methods, Practicum, Internship, Counseling Theory, Career Development

Research Interests

Counseling Pedagogy and Action Research

When I'm Not Teaching:

I enjoy woodworking and creating furniture.

Selected Publications

Kiener, M. S. (2010).The not so obvious strategies to become a publishing research scholar. In Blythe, H., & Sweet, C. (Eds.), It works for me becoming a publishing scholar/researcher. Stillwater, OK: New Forums.

Kiener, M. S. (2010). Gray matter: Examining college teaching: A coaching perspective. Rehabilitation Education 24, 69-74.

Koch, L., Kiener, M. S., & Gitchel, D. (2009). Action Research in Rehabilitation Education: Curricular Applications. Rehabilitation Education 23, 205-214.2008b

Kiener, M. S. (2009). Contextualizing engagement: Building the middle range theory of mutual engagement and gaining context on how students learn. Rehabilitation Counselors and Educators Journal, 3(2), 55-62.

Kiener, M. S. (2009).Application of the scholarship of teaching and learning: The emergence of a deeper understanding of how students learn. Insight,4, 21-27.

Kiener, M. S & Koch, L. (2009). Action research in rehabilitation counseling. Journal of Applied Rehabilitation Counseling, 40, 19-26.

Bertolino, B., Kiener, M., & Patterson, R. (2009). The therapist's notebook on strengths and solution-based therapies homework, handouts, and activities. New York, NY: Routledge.

Kiener, M. S. (2008). The use of pre and post quizzes to increase student engagement in their learning. In Blythe, H., & Sweet, C. (Eds.), It works for me in scholarship shared tips for the classroom (pp. 79-80). Stillwater, OK: New Forums.

Kiener, M. S. (2008). Engaging conversationally: A method for engaging students in their learning and examining instruction. Insight, 3, 23-30.

Kiener, M. S. (2008). Teaching service learning to enhance reflective practice and research skills. Rehabilitation Counselors and Educators Journal, 2, (2), 50-59.


Phone: 314.529.9443
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Soo-Jin Kwoun, MA, PhD, MT-BC

Associate Professor of Music Therapy
AB Academic Center 1260

Education

Ph.D. in music education with emphasis on music therapy

Courses Taught

Clinical Practicum and Seminar, Clinical Internship, Freshman Seminar, Introduction to Music Therapy, Music Foundations for Music Therapy I, Music Foundations for Music Therapy II, Music Therapy I, Music Therapy III, Psychology of Music, Research in Music Therapy

Research Interests Emotion Recognition in Music

Scholarship of Teaching and Learning

Selected Publications

Soo-Jin Kwoun (2009). An examination of cue redundancy in cross-cultural decoding of emotions in music. Journal of Music Therapy
Phone: 314.529.9235
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Barbara Loeffler, RN, MSN

Clinical Coordinator, Nursing Program
AB Academic Center 1210

Education

BSN in Nursing, University of Missouri-Columbia
MS in Nursing-University of Missouri-Columbia

Courses Taught

Senior Practicum clinical

When I'm Not at Maryville

In winter months I spend any free time I can get reading. I love to read! I usually choose books from the Maryville "Hot Reads" section. Fiction is my favorite. In warmer weather I like to spend time working in my flower beds and taking as many walks as possible. Basically I just try to get outdoors! Sometimes that means reading on my front porch…did I mention that I love to read?
Phone: 314.529.9447
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Annette Milla

Physical Therapy Program Assistant
AB Academic Center 1245

Phone: 314-529-9523
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Lauren E. Milton, OTD, OTR/L

Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy
AB Academic Center 1251

Education
Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, Washington University, St. Louis
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, Saint Louis University

Courses Taught
Introduction to Occupational Therapy
Medical Terminology
Occupational Therapy Evaluations Lab

Research Interests
Children with autism
Sleep habits and the impact on performance and participation

When I'm Not Teaching
I enjoy spending time with my husband and son and our extended family.  I am a Sunday school teacher, as well as an active member of a women's service organization in Illinois.  I love yoga (but I don't do it enough!)


Phone: 314.529.9422
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Chelie Muraski, PhD, RN

Associate Professor of Nursing
AB Academic Center 2253

Education

BSN  - St. Louis University
MSN  - University of Missouri-Kansas City
PhD -  St. Louis University

Courses Taught

(Nursing Research) (Individual Health Assessment) (Senior Practicum)

Research Interests

(Maternal-Child Obesity)

Selected Publications

(Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy- Journal of Obstetric, Gynecological and Neonatal Nursing)
(Ethical Dilemmas in Laboratory Medicine-Clinical Journal of Chemistry)

When I'm Not Teaching

Practice target shooting with a Smith & Wesson 38 Special, read mystery books, do jigsaw puzzles, Sew and treasure hunt at consignment shops and flea markets.
Phone: 314.529.6704
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Patricia Naylor, PT, MS

Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
AB Academic Center 1251

Phone: 314.529.9309
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Robyn Otty, OTD, MEd, OTR/L

Assistant Professor
AB Academic Center 1264

Education

OTD Occupational Therapy Doctorate- Loma Linda University; MEd School Administration- Touro University Nevada;
BS Occupational Therapy- San Jose State University

Courses Taught

Interventions and Community Practice

Research Interests

technology and education, community based services

When I'm Not Teaching:

I enjoy spending time with my husband and daughter either at a Blues hockey game or the St. Louis Zoo. Every Tuesday night, I admittedly watch the reality show depicting adventurous crab fisherman, Deadliest Catch.
Phone: 314.529.6586
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Dianna Phares, PhD, DNP, APRN-BC

Assistant Professor of Nursing
AB Academic Center 1211

Education

BSN, Webster University
MSN, Webster University
Post-grad Family Nurse Practitioner, UMSL
PhD Psychology, Southern California University
DNP, U of Tennessee Health Science Center

Courses Taught

Public Health Nursing, Family Assessment

Research Interests

Depression in School-Aged Children, Asthma Management, Childhood Obesity

When I'm Not Teaching

When I am not teaching in a classroom, I am volunteering as the Chair of the Peer Assistance program of the Missouri Nurses Association. I founded a support group for nurses in recovery which is the only support group like this in Missouri. I am in the process of developing an Intervention Progam for nurses with addiction. Though I am not in recovery, I am the voice for those who are seeking treatment in a currently misunderstood climate toward those with the disease of addiction.
Phone: 314.529.9451
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Shawn Pohlman, RN, PhD

Associate Professor, Nursing
AB Academic Center 1211

Education

BSN in Nursing, University of Missouri-Columbia
MSN, University of Pittsburgh
PhD, Saint Louis University

Courses Taught

Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family, Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing

Research Interests

Parenting Premature Infants, Interpretive Phenomenology

Selected Publications

Fathering Premature Infants and the Technological Imperative of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: An Interpretive Inquiry

When I'm Not Teaching

When away from Maryville, I really like to be outside in nature, whether that be tending my perennial garden, watching birds, tending to my many bird feeders, or strolling outside on a walk....the more trees the better!
Phone: 314.529.9448
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Rachel Unanue Rose, PT, PhD, PCS

Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
AB Academic Center 1256

Phone: 314.529.9472
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Sandy Ross, PT, DPT, MHS, PCS

Coordinator of Research, Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
AB Academic Center 1257

Education

BS in Physical Therapy, Maryville University
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Massachusetts General Institute of Health
Masters of Health Science, Washington University
Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy - APTA

Courses Taught

Kinesiology I & II, Research Methods, Research Proposal I & II, Research Symposium, Functional Development, Advanced Assessment

Research Interests

Pediatrics, especially cerebral palsy, gait analysis

Selected Publications

Ross SA, JR Engsberg 2007. Relationships between spasticity, strength, gait, and GMFM66 in persons with spastic diplegia cerebral palsy. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 88:1114-1120.

Ross, S.A, J.R. Engsberg. 2002. Relation between spasticity and strength in individuals with spastic diplegia cerebral palsy. Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology. 44 p. 148-157.

Ross, S.A., J.R. Engsberg, K.S. Olree, T.S. Park. 2001. Quadricep and hamstring strength changes as a function of selective dorsal rhizotomy. Pediatric Physical Therapy. 13:1 p. 2-9.

When I'm Not Teaching

I enjoy being outdoors, snow skiing and traveling with my family.
Phone: 314.529.9513
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Jacqueline Saleeby, PhD, RN, BCCS

Associate Professor of Nursing
AB Academic Center 1206

Education

BSN, Boston College
MSN(R) St. Louis University
PhD in Nursing, St. Louis University

Courses Taught

NURS 302 Psychosocial Nursing NURS 405 Senior Practicum
NURS 600 Theoretical Foundations of Nursing
NURS 601 Evidence-Based Research

Research Interest

Sociobehavioral Aspects of Mental Health
Psychopharmacology

Selected Publications

Potter & Perry Nursing Textbooks

When I'm Not Teaching

I like to spend time with my husband and three boys. We swim, play tennis. We also like to travel. I enjoy exercising, reading, and cooking.
Phone: 314.529.6855
E-Mail:

Linda Schultz, PhD, CRRN-A

Assistant Professor of Nursing
AB Academic Center 2253

Education

BS Northern Illinois University
MS University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
PhD University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Courses Taught

Rehabilitation Nursing, Nursing Research, Health Promotion

Research Interests

Nerve regeneration, transfer and recovery Selected Publications McDonald, JW, Becker, D, Sadowsky, CL, Jane, JA, Conturo, TE, Schultz, LM (2002).

Late recovery following spinal cord injury: Case report and review of the literature. Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine, 97(252-265.)

Sadowsky, C., Volshteyn, O., Schultz, L. and McDonald, J. (2002). Spinal Cord Injury. Disability and Rehabilitation, 24(13):680-687.

When I'm Not Teaching

I like to fly jets with John Travolta and then go dancing with him in the evening.
Phone: 314.529.6856
E-Mail:

Lisa Sitler, RN, MSN

Clinical Coordinator, DOL Nursing Grant
Duschene 111

Education

BSN-Maryville University
MSN-Education-Maryville University

Courses Taught

Health Assessment, Individual Assessment, Health Promotion, Fundamentals of Community Nursing-theory and clinical

Research Interests

Public Health, Maternal Child Health Issues, Immunizations

When I'm Not Teaching

I am working on my dissertation, which takes up most of my "not teaching time". Additional interests are international nursing opportunities, travel, and spending time with my family.
Phone: 529-6593
E-Mail:

Bonnie Stegman MSN, RN

Assistant Professor of Nursing

Education

AAS Nursing, St. Louis Community College
BSN, Maryville University
MSN, University of Missouri St. Louis

Courses taught

Health Promotion, Introduction to Clinical Nursing Research Interests Caring in Nursing Education, Digital Education

When I'm Not Teaching:

Playing with my grandchildren, gardening, civic service.
Phone: 314.529.6595
E-Mail:

Sherry Stopke

Nursing Program Associate
AB Academic Center 1200

Phone: 314.529.9435
E-Mail:

Christy Sutton

Administrative Assistant III
AB Academic Center 1200

Phone: 314.529.9625
E-Mail:

Michelle Unterberg, PT, DHS

Director Physical Therapy Program, Associate Professor
AB Academic Center 1253

Education

BS in Physical Therapy, Maryville University
MHS, Washington University
DHS, University of Indianapolis

Courses Taught

Principles of PT I, Principles of PT II

Research Interests

Education, Clinical Education

When I'm Not Teaching

I enjoy walking or jogging through Forest Park and spending time with my family.
Phone: 314-529-9590
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Rebecca von der Heyde, PhD, OTR/L, CHT

Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy
AB Academic Center 1259

Education

BA in Health, Kinesiology, and Leisure Studies, Purdue University
MS in Occupational Therapy, Washington University in St. Louis
PhD in Education, Saint Louis University

Courses Taught

Gross Anatomy, Adjunctive Methods for Enabling Occupation, OT Research and Data Analysis Methods

Research Interests

Flexor Tendon Rehabilitation, Student Motivation

Selected Publications

von der Heyde, R. L. (2010). Occupational therapy interventions for shoulder conditions: A systematic review. The American Journal of Occupational Therapy. (slated for publication January 2011)

von der Heyde, R. L. (2010). Mechanical principles as the basis of flexor tendon rehabilitation. In J.B. Tang, P.C. Amadio, M.J. Guiberteau, & J. Chang (Eds.), Tendon Surgery of the Hand. In press.

Bednar, M., Judson, E. A., & von der Heyde, R. L. (2010). Basics of tendon transfers. In R. Bindra & T. Brininger (Eds), Advanced Concepts of Hand Pathology and Surgery: Application to Hand Therapy Practice. In press.

von der Heyde, R. L. (2010). Tendon repair outcome rating systems. In J. MacDermid (Ed.), Clinical Assessment Recommendations (2nd ed.). In press.

von der Heyde, R. L. (2010). Wound classification and management. In T. Skirven, A.L. Osterman, J. Fedorczyk, & P. Amadio (Eds.), Rehabilitation of the Hand and Upper Extremity (6th ed., Ch. 18). In press.

von der Heyde, R.L., & Paynter, P. (2010). Splinting. In W.C. Hammert, M. Boyer, D.J. Bozentka, & R.P. Calfee (Eds.), ASSH Manual of Hand Surgery (Ch. 39). Lippincott, Williams, & Wilkins.

von der Heyde, R.L. (2007). Assessment of functional outcomes. In C. Cooper (Ed.), Fundamentals of hand therapy: Clinical reasoning and treatment guidelines for common diagnoses of the upper extremity (pp. 98-113). St. Louis, MO: Mosby.

Groth, G.N., & Ehretsman, R.L. (2001). Goniometry of the PIP and DIP joints. Part I: A survey of instrumentation and placement preferences. J Hand Ther, 14(1): 18-22.

Groth, G.N., Vandeven, K., Philips, E., & Ehretsman, R.L. (2001). Goniometry of the PIP and DIP joints. Part II: Placement preferences, interrater reliability and concurrent validity. J Hand Ther, 14(1): 23-29.

Ehretsman, R.L., Novak, C.B., & Mackinnon, S.E. (1999). Subjective recovery of nerve graft donor site. Annals Plast Surg, 43(6): 606-612.

When I'm Not Teaching

When I am not teaching I like to pursue fitness activities including triathlons, half marathons, and weight training. I like to travel, participate in medical missions, and educate therapists in other countries, including Guatemala, Romania, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa. I also like to take my two German Shorthaired Pointers (Sydney and Sophie) for nice long walks and read books of all kinds
Phone: 314.529.9410
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LaDonna Whitten, MS, PhD

Associate Professor of Nursing
AB Academic Center 1217

Education:

BSN, St. Louis University BA in Political Science, St. Louis University
MSN, University of Missouri-St. Louis
PhD, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Courses Taught:

Introduction to Clinical Nursing Practice Nursing Research

Research Interest

African-American Health, Poverty

When I'm Not Teaching:

I like to shop, read, listen to music and watch movies. I am also a collector of black porcelain dolls.
Phone: 314.529.9690
E-Mail:

Lottchen Crane Wider, RN, PhD

Associate Professor of Nursing
AB Academic Center 1218

Education

BS in Psychology, Maryville University
BSN, Maryville University
MSN University of Missouri - St. Louis
PhD University of Missouri - St. Louis

Courses Taught

Nursing Care of Children, Graduate Research, Critical Care, Genetics, Pathophysiology, Pharmacology

Research Interests

Child Health, Injury Prevention, Nursing Education

Selected Publications

Introducing PDAs to Enhance Nursing Education in an Undergraduate and a Graduate Nursing Program, 2010, Journal Nursing Education

Establishing Partnerships to Recruit Critical Care Nurses, May/June 2010, Journal for Nurses in Staff Development
Strategies for Adolescent Smoking Cessation, 2008 Journal of School Nursing

When I'm Not Teaching:

When I'm not teaching you'll catch me cooking for my family and friends (I'm a bit of a gourmet), fly fishing (sadly, I am not very good), reading (novels and poetry are my favorites) and writing (professionally and for the fun of it!).
Phone: 314.529.9219
Website: lwider@maryville.edu



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