Ann O'Neil received her Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience in 2013 and Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2015 from the University of Kentucky. She completed a Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency in 2021 at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill and is board-certified as a neurologic clinical specialist. Her primary clinical experience was in pediatrics, but most recently has transitioned to treating the adult population across the continuum of care (acute care, inpatient rehab, and outpatient). She currently resides in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Cicely Fabiano claims both Utah and Texas as home. She is a huge fan of music in all its forms. She loves to be outside hiking or taking scenic drives. Cicely currently works in an outpatient orthopedic clinic, but has loved her clinical experiences in inpatient and neurological settings and plans to return to the neurological setting in the future. Like most in our profession, Cicely is most passionate about helping people return to the lifestyle and activities that they love, and providing encouragement to them along the way.

Dana Kahl is an Assistant Professor in the School of Physical Therapy at the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education. She received her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Oklahoma in 1991, her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of New England in 2015, and a Doctor of Education degree in Adult and Lifelong Learning from the University of Arkansas in 2023, and is a graduate of the American Physical Therapy Association’s Fellowship in Higher Education Leadership. Dana has more than thirty years of clinical experience, primarily treating individuals with neurological disorders, including spinal cord injury, stroke, brain injury, and Parkinson’s disease, and is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurological Physical Therapy (NCS). Dr. Kahl is passionate about breaking down societal barriers for individuals with neurological conditions, especially in the pursuit of physical activity and wellness. She and her colleagues are currently researching the effects of CrossFit community-based classes in individuals with neurological diagnoses including Spinal Cord Injury and Parkinson’s disease.

Dennis Fell, MD, PT is Professor Emeritus and retired Chair of the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of South Alabama in Mobile, AL. His career has focused on individuals with neuromuscular disorders, including clinical experience and teaching since 1992. He served for 2 terms as a member of the APTA Education Section JOPTE Editorial Board and was Guest Editor of the 2012 JOPTE Special Edition on "Global PT Education." For the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy, he has served as Treasurer and Membership Chair, and two terms as Vice-President.  He has also served the APTA Pediatric Section, and APTA Alabama Chapter (Vice-President). He was awarded a year-long sabbatical as Visiting International Professor at Daegu University in South Korea, 2010-2011, has given lectures in 10 different countries, and has attended every World Confederation of Physical Therapy congress since 1994.  He has developed international PT Curriculum in the Middle East, and developed and led annual international interprofessional service trips for students in the health professions since 2014. He is author/editor of a new comprehensive, evidence-based “Lifespan Neurorehabilitation” textbook, organized around the ICF model with a focus on functional examination and intervention, published by FA Davis in January 2018. He received his University's Excellence in Teaching Award, College Service Award, and 2013 “50 Outstanding Faculty” from the University’s 50-year history, and is a 2017 “APTA Lucy Blair Service Award” recipient.

Jemma Kim received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science in 2021 and Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2023 from Saint Louis University (SLU). At SLU, she held a two-year term as the President of the Physical Therapy Students Association and chartered the "For an With Others" scholarship to recognize students presenting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the Program. Within the APTA, she serves as a PT Moves Me State Ambassador,  on the Delaware Board of Directors, and a 2023 Leadership Scholar. She is pursuing her PhD in Biomechanics and Movement Science at the University of Delaware under Dr. Darcy Reisman and is interested in looking at clinical interventions in individuals with chronic stroke. 

Jessica S.B. Denniston is an alumnus of the Arcadia University DPT program (class of 2015), a licensed direct-access physical therapist in the state of Pennsylvania, a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy (2018), and a certified yoga instructor (2020). After rotations with NYU and Brooks Rehabilitation, her clinical practice began at TIRR Memorial Hermann in Houston, Texas in the inpatient rehabilitation setting, where she collaborated with individuals after stroke and traumatic brain injury. Dr. Denniston also specialized within the Disorders of Consciousness (DoC), Neurobehavioral, and Spasticity Management teams, where some of her interests in education and research reside. She is a member of the Neurology and Leadership and Innovations sections of the APTA, and her continuing education focuses on best practice in education, global health and policy, diversity equity and inclusion, and hospice and palliative care. She has also worked with AU DPT's international service learning programs since 2014, in addition to regular volunteer work in local outpatient pro-bono clinics, leading to her current role as Director of Student Experiential Learning with Arcadia University. Jessica comes from her family’s farmland in Toughkenamon, Pennsylvania (fourth generation); she is an avid book reader, mover (preferably outside), traveler, and food cooker / eater. She met her husband in Houston seven years ago, and lives in the Philadelphia suburbs with 3 ‘fur kids.’

Kyela Cosby received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in 2020 and Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2024 from the University of Texas at El Paso who is currently interested in pursuing getting board-certified as a neurologic clinical specialist. She is an acute care physical therapist dedicated to enhancing the human experience and optimizing functional outcomes for every patient she serves. She is passionate about helping individuals regain independence and improve their quality of life during critical times. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, savoring good coffee, getting lost in a good book, or spoiling her French bulldog rotten.

Mackenzie Wilson, PT, DPT graduated from University of Dayton with her Bachelor's Degree in 2016 and Indiana University's DPT Program in 2019. Following graduation, she completed her neurologic PT residency at TIRR Memorial Hermann in Houston, TX in 2020. She is a board-certified neurologic clinical specialist. Mackenzie is employed at Frazier Rehabilitation Institute, treating both pediatric and adult patient populations presenting primarily with neurologic conditions. She currently serves as the New Professional Board Member for the Indiana APTA, as the Vice Chair of the Stroke Special Interest Group, and is a member of the physical therapy residency accreditation onsite review team. She is passionate about evidence-based practice and knowledge sharing.

Michelle Sawtelle, PT, PhD has been a physical therapist since 2007 and has taught in higher education since 2013 with primary areas of expertise in the evaluation and treatment of adults with neurologic movement disorders. She is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy and serves nationally within the Academy of Neurologic Physical therapy (ANPT) as the chair of the Stroke Special Interest Group (SIG). Her research is focused on the kinematic, kinetic, and muscle activation characteristics in the neuro population with most emphasis on post-stroke recovery of function. She also has a budding agenda investigating the role of nutrition in neuromuscular recovery. Michelle is currently an associate professor at The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in Austin, TX and continues to see patients in both pro-bono and inpatient rehab settings.  

Olivia is a physical therapist currently working in outpatient for Hackensack Meridian Health at JFK, Johnson Rehabilitation Institute in Edison, NJ. Olivia has a strong passion for neurologic rehabilitation, and this fall, will be starting HMH JFK, JRI’s neurologic residency to further develop her expertise in this field. Olivia is excited to further contribute to the physical therapy profession through her new volunteer opportunity as an Article Review Director for the Stroke SIG. Olivia is also a volunteer for the Degenerative Diseases SIG as an article reviewer for the DDSIG podcasts. 

Dr. Pamela Rogers Bosch, PT, DPT, PhD is a Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training at Northern Arizona University. Dr. Bosch received her entry-level physical therapy training at the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor campus), her DPT from A.T. Still University (Mesa, AZ) and her PhD in Exercise Physiology from Arizona State University (Tempe, AZ). Dr. Bosch has clinical expertise in the neurorehabilitation of adults and children, and she has practiced in a variety of settings. Dr. Bosch’s research passion focuses on the successful rehabilitation of adults after stroke, specifically optimizing physical function and community reintegration, while reducing subsequent stroke risk and rehospitalization. Both clinical and research experiences have increased her awareness of the impact of social risk factors on patients’ reintegration into society, thus Dr. Bosch also studies the role of caregivers on patients’ successful return to community. Dr. Bosch has enjoyed many interdisciplinary research collaborations and a list of her published works can be viewed on MyNCBI ( Pamela Bosch's Bibliography) or Google Scholar (Pamela Rogers Bosch).