NY NJ Physical Therapy Clinical Education Consortium

Utica University DCE Dr. Shelly Nunno-Evans, Dr. Samantha Marocco, and Dr. Brittany Simpson presented a poster at #elc2025: Title: Changes in Clinical Instructors' Attitudes and Practices after Participating in a Clinical Reasoning Workshop This study examined how the attitudes and assessment practices of clinical instructors evolved following their participation in a clinical reasoning workshop. Findings indicate increased confidence in assessing students' clinical reasoning skills and a shift toward using multiple assessment methods, including case-based discussion, reflection activities, direct observation, SNAPPS, MiniCEX, and clinical reasoning problems.

Dr. Michelle Donahue PT, DPT, EdD, PCS , DCE at Nazareth University, presented a poster at #elc2025 This study of 236 DPT students found that first-year academic performance, particularly in Gross Anatomy, strongly correlates with NPTE scores—giving faculty the ability to identify students who need additional support early in their program. Early intervention strategies based on these predictors can make a significant difference in student outcomes and licensing exam success. #npte #physicaltherapystudent

From October 16-19, four Spear team members headed to Kansas City, Missouri, for the Education in Leadership Conference: Kyle Davis, PT, DPT, OCS, Sarah Lloyd, PT, DPT, SCS, Jeremy Crow, PT, DPT, CSCS, ART, SCS, and Lisa Yirce, PT, DPT. Over three days, they joined peers from across the country to explore topics shaping the future of physical therapy education, including AI in learning and combating burnout, as well as leveraging technology in clinical placements. A highlight: Kyle represented Spear on a panel, “Navigating Placement Processes with Purpose,” alongside Carrie Foeller, Director of Clinical Education at the University of Delaware. Together, they discussed how technology and collaboration help match students with the right specialty experiences at Spear, ensuring both students and mentors achieve meaningful growth. Between inspiring sessions, connecting with the NY NJ Physical Therapy Clinical Education Consortium, and a little Kansas City BBQ, our team left feeling energized and ready to continue driving our therapists and students toward excellence! Lisa Yirce, PT, DPT; Jeremy Crow; Kyle Davis PT, DPT, OCS; Sarah Lloyd, PT, DPT, SCS

DCEs Dr. Jessica Dunn, PT, DPT, MS, GCS (Seton Hall University), Dr. Caitlin Boyko (Kean University), and Dr. Dana Fleming (Rutgers University) presented a platform at #elc2025. “Terminology Used to Describe Clinical Setting: a Delphi Study” Utilizing a three part Delphi survey method, experts in the clinical education community came to a consensus on a list of acceptable terms to use when describing clinical experiences.

NY/NJ went big for#elc2025 In the upcoming weeks, we will showcase all of the posters and presentations created by consortium members. Join us next time!

In our PT "Day in the Life" series, SPT Emma Hatcher from SUNY Upstate takes us through the day in the life of a student in an acute care clinical experience. https://lnkd.in/evcnWaHg

Will we see you at #elc2025? Drop your presentation in the comments!

City University of New York-College of Staten Island DCE Amanda Rotondo presented a poster at #CSM2025 titled: "Impact of Sitting Position on Trunk Muscle Activation in Children"

Dr. Eric Greenberg, ADCE at New York Institute of Technology was busy at this years #csm2025! Platform Presentation:   Greenberg, ET. Self-Perceived Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, and Interpersonal Communication Skills in Doctor of Physical Therapy Students. Platform Presentation, APTA Academy of Education, APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Houston, TX, 2025.   Posters:   Greenberg, ET, LaFay, V, Benson, G, Smith, L. Influence of Self Leadership on Evidence-Based Practice Beliefs in Physical Therapists and Students. Poster Presentation, APTA Academy of Leadership and Innovation, APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Houston, TX, 2025   Greenberg, ET, Rothschild, C., Teng, S. Chang, H. Running Science Curriculum Survey in DPT Education. Poster Presentation, APTA Academy of Education, APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Houston, TX, 2025.

Clinicians from JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute (Hackensack Meridian Health) presented at this year’s Combined Sections Meeting. “Leveraging Culture to Create Strong Acute Care Physical Therapy Teams” Pictured: Gina Dubuisson PT, DPT, MRMC, Allison Lieberman PT, Sharanya Chaava PT, DPT (2024 Neuro Residency Graduate), Christine Zimmerman PT, DPT (Neuro Residency Faculty), Alyssa Ferraro PT, DPT (2025 Neuro Resident) #csm2025 #neuropt #acutecare