Kathleen G. Volkman, PT, MS, NCS
Volkman is an Associate Professor in the Physical Therapy program. She currently serves as an Associate Director of the division.
She is a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy and has expertise in pediatric and adult populations. She teaches neuromuscular physical therapy and psychosocial aspects of health care in the DPT program.
At the state level, Volkman has an interest in promoting and improving stroke systems of care. She has served on the Steering Committee for the Nebraska Stroke Advisory Council since 2012 and their Rehabilitation Task Force since 2010. She has presented research at regional and national meetings on neurological assessment and care, and on physical therapist education at the national and international level.
- MS, Exercise Science, University of Nebraska at Omaha, 2004
- BS, Allied Health Sciences-Physical Therapy, University of Missouri-Columbia, 1979
- Credentialed in the Functional Independence Measure under the Uniform Data System for Medical Rehabilitation: 2014-2020
- Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy: ABPTS, 2009-2029
- 2014, School of Allied Health Professions Excellence in Teaching Award recipient
- 2012, School of Allied Health Professions Outstanding Researcher Award recipient