Gary P. Austin, PT, PhD, OCS, FAAOMPT, Associate Professor of Physical Therapy and Director, Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program, Board Certified in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, Fellowship Trained in Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy

Dr. Austin completed his professional education with a B.S. in Physical Therapy in 1987 from the University of Connecticut and returned to earn a PhD in Sport Science with a concentration in Sport Biomechanics in 1998. He began his clinical career in a hospital based out-patient clinic and has more than 20 years of experience in the orthopaedic, sports, and occupational medicine settings. Dr. Austin joined Sacred Heart University in 1998 and teaches in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program in the areas of: Musculoskeletal Examination and Intervention; Manual Therapy; Exercise Prescription; Evidence Based Physical Therapy Practice; Differential Diagnosis. He developed the Sacred Heart University Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program and in addition to being the Program Director he teaches coursework in: Advanced Orthopaedic Management; Evidence Based Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Practice; Differential Diagnosis; and Musculoskeletal Imaging.

Dr. Austin is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists and The Gray Institute. He is also Board Certified in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy and practices at the Sacred Heart University Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Center in Fairfield. Dr. Austin has expertise in Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation, Spine Care, Foot Care, and Functional Training and Conditioning. Dr. Austin is a Certified Golf Fitness Instructor through the Titleist Performance Institute. Additionally, he is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists and the American Physical Therapy Association (Orthopaedics, Sports, and Research Sections).

EDUCATION:

Regis University, Denver, Colorado

• Rueckert-Hartman School for Health Professions: Department of Physical Therapy
• Fellowship in Manual Therapy
• Fellow in Training 2007-2008

The University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut, 1998

• School of Education: Department of Sport, Leisure, and Exercise Sciences
• Doctor of Philosophy in Sport Science

The University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut, 1994

• School of Education: Department of Sport, Leisure, and Exercise Sciences
• Master of Arts in Sport Biomechanics

The University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut, 1987

• School of Allied Health Professions
• Bachelor of Science, Physical Therapy

ACADEMIC HONORS:

• Outstanding Physical Therapy Professional Award from the Neag School of Education Alumni Society of the University of Connecticut, 2007
• Margaret L. Moore Award for Outstanding New Academic Faculty. American Physical Therapy Association, 2003
• Outstanding Contribution to the Athletic Training Program. Sacred Heart University, 2001
• The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, 1996

ACADEMIC POSITIONS:

• July, 2007 to Present: Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT. Department of Physical Therapy and Human Movement Science: Director, Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program
• September, 2004 to Present: Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT. Department of Physical Therapy and Human Movement Science, Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
• January, 1998 to September, 2004: Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT. Department of Physical Therapy and Human Movement Science, Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
• September, 1993 to May 1997: The University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, Research Assistant, Physical Therapy Department, Student Coordinator, Movement Dysfunction Laboratory
• September, 1994 to May, 1997: The University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, Graduate Assistant, Department of Sport, Leisure, and Exercise Sciences, Student Director, Sport Biomechanics Laboratory
• January, 1995 to July, 1996: The University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, Precision Manufacturing Center. SportsChair Research Project. Research Assistant
• September, 1994: University of Connecticut Physical Therapy Program and Newington Children’s Hospital Orthotics and Prosthetics Program. Student Liaison
• September, 1993 to August 1995: The University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT. Physical Therapy Program. Lecturer, Human Anatomy Laboratory

CLINICAL POSITIONS:

• March 1998 to Present: Sacred Heart University Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Centers, Fairfield, CT and Shelton, CT. Physical Therapist/Clinical Consultant
• September 1997 to August 1999: Hospital of St. Raphael’s Outpatient Rehabilitation Services, New Haven, CT. Physical Therapist
• September 1993 to August 1997: David Tiberio Physical Therapy/Rehability Center, Storrs, CT. Physical Therapist
• September 1993 to August 1994: University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT. Employee Rehabilitation Program. Physical Therapist
• June, 1990 to August 1993: Temple Physical Therapy, New Haven, CT, Staff Physical Therapist
• August 1989 to June 1990: Addison-Gilbert Hospital, Gloucester, MA. SportsAid: The Center for Sports Medicine.
  Manager/Sports Physical Therapist
• January 1988 to July 1989: Malden Hospital, Malden, MA. SportsAid: The Center for Sports Medicine. Staff Sports Physical Therapist

TEACHING:

Current Responsibilities:

• Examination, Evaluation, and Management of Musculoskeletal Dysfunction (Fall & Spring)
• Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program (Fall, Spring, Summer)

Previous Responsibilities:

• Examination & Intervention for the Cardiopulmonary and Integumentary Systems\
• Human Performance Physiology
• Kinesiology

SCHOLARSHIP:

JURIED PUBLICATIONS:

A Comparison Of High-Profile And Low-Profile Dynamic Mobilization Splint Designs. Austin, GP, Slamet , M, Cameron, DA, and Austin, NM. Journal of Hand Therapy, Vol. 17(3), pp. 335-343, 2004

The Effect Of Added Mass On Human Unipedal Hopping At Three Frequencies. Austin, GP, Tiberio, D, & Garrett, GE. Perceptual and Motor Skills. Vol. 97, pp 605-612, 2003

The Effect Of Frequency On Human Unipedal Hopping. Austin, GP, Tiberio, D, & Garrett, GE. Perceptual and Motor Skills. Vol. 95, pp 733-740, 2002

The Effect Of Added Mass On Human Unipedal Hopping. Austin, GP, Garrett, GE, & Tiberio, D. Perceptual and Motor Skills. Vol. 94, pp 834-840, 2002

Thoracic Pain In A Collegiate Runner: A Case Report. Austin, GP, & Benesky, W. Manual Therapy. Vol. 7, No. 3, pp 168-172, 2002

Kinematic Analysis of Obstacle Clearance During Locomotion. Austin, GP, Garrett, GE, & Bohannon, RW. Gait and Posture. Vol. 10, 109-120. 1999

Effect of Upper Trapezius Taping on Electromyographic Activity In the Upper and Middle Trapezius Region. Morin, GE, Tiberio, D, & Austin, GP. Journal Of Sport Rehabilitation. Vol. 6, No. 4, 1997

INVITED PUBLICATIONS:

BOOK CHAPTERS:

Exercise. Chui, KK &. Austin, GP. In Health Promotion Throughout the Life Span, 7th Edition. Edelman, C & Mandle, C. (editors). Mosby. In Review.

Functional Tests, & Return to Activity. Austin, GP. In Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation: Scientific Foundations and Principles of Practice, Magee DJ, Zachazewski JE, and Quillen WS (editors). Saunders, 2007.

Mechanical Principles. Austin, GP & Jacobs, ML. In Jacobs, ML & Austin, NM (Eds.), Splinting the hand and upper extremity: principles and process. Baltimore: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. pp 59-72. 2002

Motor Control of Human Gait: Dynamic Systems Perspective. Austin, GP. In Lusardi, M (Ed.), Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Clinics of North America. Vol. 10 (1), pp17-34. 2001

ARTICLES:

Products at Work: BodyBlade. Austin, GP. Advance for Directors November, 2001

Orthotic Materials: Materials Testing vs. the Real World. Austin, GP & Tiberio, D. Biomechanics: The Magazine of Lower Extremity Movement. Vol. 4, No. 6, 1997.

JURIED PRESENTATIONS:

• June, 2008: Functional Testing of the Upper Extremity. Austin, GP. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting & Clinical Symposia. Workshop St. Louis, MO.
• October, 2007: Development of Clinical Prediction Rules. Chui, KK & Austin, GP. Connecticut Physical Therapy Association, Annual Conference, Waterbury, CT. Platform Presentation.
• November, 2003: “Exercise Plans And Precautions For Patients With Cardiovascular, Neuromuscular, And Orthopedic Disorders” Austin, GP, Bjerke, W, and McKeough, DM New England Chapter of American College of Sports Medicine Conference. Providence, RI. Platform Session.
• October, 2002: “Development of a Motion Analysis Laboratory: A Collaborative Effort”. Austin, GP & Cameron, DA. Annual Conference, 2002 Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions. San Diego, CA. Concurrent/Platform Session.
• February, 2002: “Intrarater and Interrater Reliability During Anterior Balance and Reach Test”. Austin, GP & Scibek, J. 2002 APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Boston, MA. Platform Session.
• February, 2002: “Comfortable and Fast Gait Speeds of Frail Community Living Older Adults” Lusardi, MM, Dumont, L, Austin, GP, Gill, T, & Shepherd, D 2002 APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Boston, MA. Platform Session.
• February, 2002: “Thoracic pain in a collegiate runner: A case report” Austin, GP & Benesky, W. 2002 APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Boston, MA. Poster Presentation. October, 2001 APTA Tri-State Conference and Exposition, Sturbridge, MA. Platform Session
• February, 2002: “The Effect Of Frequency And Added Mass On Human Unipedal Hopping.” Austin, GP, Tiberio, D, & Garrett, GE. 2002 APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Boston, MA. Poster Session.
• November, 2001: “Functional Guide to Resistance Training for the Lower Extremities With & Without Weights.” Costanzo, D, & Austin, GP, New England Chapter of American College of Sports Medicine Conference. Providence, RI. Platform Sesion (Lower Extremity Focus)
• November, 2001: “Access to Evidence: A Guide to Electronic Search Tools” Austin, GP, New England Chapter of American College of Sports Medicine Conference. Providence, RI. Platform Session.
• November, 2000: “Functional Guide to Resistance Training With & Without Weights.” Costanzo, D, Austin, GP, & Thomas, M. New England Chapter of American College of Sports Medicine Conference. Providence, RI. Platform Session. (Upper Extremity Focus)
• October, 2000: “Gait Characteristics of Frail Community Living Elders.” Lusardi, M, Austin, GP, & Dumont, L. Connecticut Physical Therapy Association- Annual Conference. Hartford, CT Platform Session.
• October, 2000: “An Exercise Program for the Prevention of Lower Extremity Injuries in Female Athletes.” Cicone, J, Lepage, M, Reilly, O, Samson, J, & Austin, GP. Connecticut Physical Therapy Association- Annual Conference. Hartford, CT Platform Session.
• November, 1999: “Unipedal Hopping: A Role in the Assessment and Treatment of Unilateral Neuromusculoskeletal Dysfunction?” Austin, GP & Tiberio, D. Connecticut Physical Therapy Association- Fall Conference. Ledyard, CT Platform Session
• November, 1999: "Clinical Applications of Dynamical Systems Approach to Treatment: A Case Presentation of a Patient with Lyme Disease” Bowers, D, Austin, GP, & Galbasini, C. Connecticut Physical Therapy Association- Fall Conference. Ledyard, CT. Platform Session
• February, 1998: “The Effects of Two Contract-Relax Intensity Levels on Pelvifemoral Angle”. Zito, M, Austin, GP, Tiberio, D, & Gallant, A. American Physical Therapy Association- Combined Sections Meeting, Boston, MA. Poster Session.
• February, 1998: “Reach Distances and Reaching Patterns as Indicators of Risk of Falls in Elders in Long-Term Care.” Nystrom, R., Austin, GP, Lusardi, M., & Sobolewski, M. American Physical Therapy Association- Combined Sections Meeting, Boston, MA. Poster Session.
• November, 1996: “The Effect of Different Insoles on Impact Force Attenuation and Propulsive Power.” Tiberio, D, Arimond, J, Austin, GP, & Ganotti, M. Annual Conference. Pedorthic Footwear Association. San Antonio, TX. Platform Session.
• November, 1996: “Force and Power Profiles of Maximal and Submaximal Vertical Jumps.” Austin, GP, Garrett, GE & Dipaolo, P. New England Chapter, American College of Sports Medicine. Boxborough, MA. Platform Session.
• August, 1996: “Perception of Limb Orientation Corresponds with Limb Eigenvectors.” Garrett, S, Austin, GP, & Pagano, C. Bernstein’s Traditions in Motor Control. The Pennsylvania State, University, University Park, PA. Poster Session.
• August, 1996: “1:1 Frequency Locking: Asymmetry of Relative Phase Across Experiment Sessions.” Tiberio, D, Austin, GP, Brown, SW, Garrett, GE & Turvey, MT. Bernstein’s Traditions in Motor Control. The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA. Poster Session.
• March, 1996: “The Relationship Between Body Scheme and Perception of Limb Eigenvectors.” Garrett, S, Austin, GP, & Pagano, C. International Society of Ecological Psychology, North American Meeting, Trinity College, Hartford, CT. Poster Session.
• February, 1996: “Comparison of Functional Reach Distances Among Fallers and Non-Fallers Using Video Analysis.”, Sobolewski, ME, Lusardi, MM, & Austin, GP. American Physical Therapy Association- Combined Sections Meeting, Atlanta, GA. Section on Geriatrics, Poster Session.
• July, 1995: “The Effect of Muscle Length During the Coordination of the Lower Legs.”, Tiberio, D, Garrett, GE, Brown, SW, Austin, GP, & Turvey, MT. XVth Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics, University of Jyväskylä, Jyväskylä, Finland. Platform Session.
• June, 1995: “Qualitative Kinematic Analysis of the Intersegmental Dynamics of Stepping Over Obstacles.”, Austin, GP, Garrett, GE, Bohannon, RW, & Douglas, JG. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity-Annual Meeting, Pacific Grove, CA. Poster Session.
• February, 1995: “Kinematic Analysis of Stepping Over Obstacles.”, Austin, GP, Garrett, GE, Bohannon, RW, & Douglas, JG. American Physical Therapy Association- Combined Sections Meeting, Reno, NV. Section on Research.
  Poster Session

NON-JURIED PRESENTATIONS:

• December, 2003: Electromyographic Activity and Kinematics of Selected Lower Extremity Muscles During a Standing Test of Hip Function. Austin, GP, Nguyen, Y, McComish, P, Brogle, A Biennial National Institutes of Health/National Centers for Medical Rehabilitation Research Training Workshop. Silver Spring, MD. Poster Session

INVITED CLINICAL PRESENTATIONS:

• October, 2006: Evidence Based Practice: A paradigm shift or fascism? HealthSouth Connecticut Statewide Managers Meeting, New Haven, CT 60 minute presentation.
• May, 2006: Assessment of Knee Stabilization and Function. Polar Bear Sports Medicine Symposium. Bowdoin College, Brunswick, ME. 90 minute presentation.
• October, 2005: Introduction to Function and Functional Testing. Austin, GP, Ellis, K, Kiersted, A. Connecticut Physical Therapy Association. Fall Conference. Mystic, CT. Full Day Workshop.
• April, 2002: Functional Rehabilitation Strategies for the Lower Extremities. Norwalk Rehabilitation Services, Norwalk, CT. 120 minute In-service for 13 Physical Therapists.
• September, 2000: Clinical Research for the Physical Therapist in a Hospital Setting. Yale-New Haven Hospital. New Haven, CT, 90 minute In-service for 16 Physical Therapists.
• May, 2000: Functional Rehabilitation of the Knee. Annual Sports Medicine Symposium. University of Hartford,
  West Hartford, CT 120 Minute Presentation.
• May, 2000: Integration of Mechanical Principles into the Design and Fabrication of Splints. 8th Annual Upper Extremity Splinting Symposium. Springfield College. Springfield, MA, 75 Minute Presentation.
• March, 2000: Functional Rehabilitation of the Foot and Ankle. 15th Annual Sports Medicine Symposium. Central Connecticut State University. New Britain, CT, 60 Minute Presentation.
• November, 1999: Dialogue and Debate: Clinical Challenges in Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation: Patellofemoral Malalignment. Farmington, CT 120 Minute Discussant.
• April, 1999: Patellofemoral Joint: Advanced Treatment for the Patellofemoral Joint: Therapist and Physician
  Perspectives. Presented by Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Associates. Greenwich, CT, Full Day Laboratory Assistant.
• December, 1998: Dialogue and Debate: Clinical Challenges in Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation: Genetic Engineering. Farmington, CT 120 Minute Roundtable Discussant.
• April, 1998: “Basic Principles of Functional/Closed Kinetic Chain Rehabilitation” Hospital of Saint Raphael’s, Outpatient Rehabilitation Services. New Haven, CT One Day Inservice for 10 Physical Therapists

IN PROGRESS:

Manuscripts In Progress:
 

• Electromyographic Activity and Kinematics of Selected Lower Extremity Muscles During a Standing Test of Hip Function. Austin, GP, Nguyen, Y, McComish, P, Brogle, A, (Manuscript Preparation)

Works In Progress:

• The Effect of Body-Blade on COP and Lower Extremity EMG Activity. Austin GP, Nguyen, Y, Silkman, C, Katsetos, L, & Ciampa, C (Data Collection)

SMALL GRANTS:

• June, 2007 Sacred Heart University. ACT Grant. Austin, GP. “The Development of a Post-Professional Problem-Based Learning Curriculum in an Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program.” $505.00
• March, 2002 Sacred Heart University. University Research and Creativity Grant. Austin, GP Electromyographic Activity and Kinematics of Selected Lower Extremity Muscles During a Standing Test of Hip Function. $4907.00
• March, 1998 Research Grant. Connecticut Physical Therapy Association, Research Committee. Equipment, materials, and support personnel. $950.00

SERVICE:

UNIVERSITY:

• Committee on Rank & Tenure (2006-present)
• University Academic Assembly, Councillor (2004-present)
• Faculty-Athletic Mentoring Program (2002 – present)
• Faculty Athletic Committee (2002 – present)
• Senate Budget Review Committee (2003-2004)
• Academic Affairs Committee (2000-2001)
• Information Technology Strategic Planning Committee (2000-2002)

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS (CEHP):

• CEHP Academic Council, Secretary (2006-present)
• Convener, CEHP Academic Governance Planning Committee (2004-5)
• Faculty Advisory Committee to Administrative Council (2002 - 2003)
• Faculty Search Committees:
  • Nursing Faculty (2002)
• Health Professions Student Organization Committee

DEPARTMENT:

• Physical Therapy Faculty Search Committee (2005)
• HMSS Athletic Training Self-Study Team (2003-2004)
• HMSS Curriculum Committee
• Sports Medicine Research Group (Athletic Training)
• HMSS Athletic Training Faculty Search (200, 2006)
• HMSS Exercise Physiology Faculty Search (2002, 2006)

PROGRAM:

• Faculty Representative, Physical Therapy Clinical Managers Team
• Sacred Heart University Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Center, Steering Committee
• Curriculum Committee
• Faculty Practice Committee
• Advisor, Grad Assistant
• Chair, Motion Analysis Strategic Planning Committee
• Advisor, Student Physical Therapy Association
• Faculty Advisor and Founder, SHU PT Alumni Association
  • Golf Outing Chairman
  • SHU PT Reception, Boston, MA March 2002.
  • SHU PT Reception, Washington, DC June 2003.

PROFESSIONAL:

Certifications

• Certified Golf Fitness Instructor. 2007, Titleist Performance Institute.
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. 2002-2006, National Strength and Conditioning Association

Appointments

• State of Connecticut Department of Higher Education: Curriculum Specialist. On-site evaluation visit for initial approval of the certificate of authorization for the Diploma Program at the Connecticut School of Integrative Manual Therapy.
• New England Chapter, American College of Sports Medicine: CT State Representative to Executive Committee 2001-02. Committees:
  • Writing Group Conference Statement (2003)
  • Scholarship and Awards Committee (2002)
  • Operations and Information (2002)
  • Special Events (2002 –2003)
• APTA Sports Physical Therapy Section: Research Committee (2002-04) Session Moderator, Combined Sections Meeting, 2003

Elected Positions

• New England Chapter, American College of Sports Medicine. Member-at Large (2002-04). Chair, Scholarship and Awards Committee, (2002-04)

MANUSCRIPT REVIEWER:

• Physical Therapy
• Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy
• Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy
• Perceptual and Motor Skills
• Psychological Reports
• Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
• Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• European Journal of Applied Physiology

EXTERNAL GRADUATE STUDENT ADVISING:

• Doctoral Committee Member: Kevin C. Chui, PhD, PT. New York University. 2005 A comparison of selected walking parameters between individuals with vestibular pathology and healthy individuals.
• Doctoral Dissertation Advisor/Reader: Timothy A. Hanke, PhD, PT, University of Connecticut, 2006. Posture and movement interactions during rhythmic unipedal stepping in young and older adults.
• Master Thesis Major Advisor: William Benesky, PT, Quinnipiac University, 2003. The Effect of Weight Bearing v. Non-weight Bearing Exercises On Performance of the Back Squat and Vertical Jump.
• Doctoral Dissertation Advisor/Reader: Michael Fall, PhD, PT, University of Connecticut, 2001. Electromyographic analysis of the lumbar erector spinae muscles influence of position, a history of low back pain, gender, and muscle location on fatigue and recovery.

MEMBERSHIPS:

• 1990 to present
  • American Physical Therapy Association. Section on Research (1990 - present)
  • Orthopaedics Section(1990 - present)
  • Sports Physical Therapy Section (1990-1994, 2001-present)
  • Acute Care Section(1998 - 2003)
  • Cardiopulmonary Section(1998 - 2003)
  • Oncology Section (1998 - 2003)
  • Connecticut Physical Therapy Association.
  • Research Committee; 1990 - present.
  • Chair, 1999 - 2002
• 2006-present
  • American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists
• 1995 to 2006
  • American College of Sports Medicine
  • New England Chapter ACSM
  • Connecticut Representative (2001-2002)
  • Member-at-Large (2002-2004)
  • Member, Biomechanics SIG (2003)
• 1998 to 2006
  • National Strength and Conditioning Association
• 2003-2005
  • National Athletic Trainer’s Association
  • Associate Member
• 1994 to 2001
  • North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity.

PHYSICAL THERAPY LICENSES:

• Connecticut (active)
• Massachusetts (active)

RECENT CONTINUING EDUCATION WORKSHOPS:

• June, 2007 APTA, National Meeting, Denver, CO. CES – Manual Therapy.
• February, 2007 Clinical Residency/Fellowship 101: Getting Started and Doing It Well. Pre-Conference Program. Combined Sections Meeting, Boston, MA.
• February, 2007 Combined Sections Meeting, Boston, MA.
• December, 2006 TPI Certified Golf Fitness Instructor Program, Level One. Greg Rose, DC and Dave Philips. Phoenix, AZ.
• September, 2006 Evidence-Based Examination and Selected Interventions for Lumbopelvic, Spine, and Hip Disorders. Robert Wainner, PT, PhD, ECS, OCS, FAAOMPT and Robert Boyles, PT, DSc, OCS, FAAOMPT. Washington University, St. Louis, MO.
• November, 2005 Functional Golf Links: Integrating the Mulligan Concept and Functional Approach to Enhance Golf Performance. Julie Paolino, MSPT, ATC, MCT. Bradenton, FL.
• June, 2005 APTA, National Meeting, Boston, MA.
• April, 2005 Kinesio-Taping for the Upper Extremity. Ruth Coopee, OT/R. Fairfield, CT.
• January, 2005 Diagnosis by Physical Therapists: Screening for Medical Referral. William Boissonnault, PT, DHSc, FAAOMPT. Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT.
• June, 2004 National Meeting American College of Sports Medicine, Indianapolis, IN.
• May, 2004 Chain Reaction Transformation, Gary Gray, PT and David Tiberio, PT, PhD, OCS. Chicago, IL.
• December, 2003 Biennial National Institutes of Health/National Centers for Medical Rehabilitation Research Training Workshop. Silver Spring, MD.
• June , 2003 APTA National Meeting, Washington, DC.
• March, 2003 Combined Sections Meeting, Boston, MA.
• March, 2002 Annual Conference, Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions. San Diego, CA.
• June, 2001 APTA National Meeting, Indianapolis, IN.
• February, 2001 Combined Sections Meeting, San Antonio, TX.
• February, 1998 Combined Sections Meeting, Boston, MA.
  
  
  
  

  Contact: Cambridge Building, 1-P-29 Ph: 203-396-8067 Fax: 203-365-4723 Email: austing@sacredheart.edu

  Mailing Address: Sacred Heart University College of Heath Professions 5151 Park Ave. Fairfield, CT 06825-1000