Tabitha Galindo PT, DPT, NCS

Areas I Teach
Physical Therapy (DPT)

Teaching Responsibilities:
DPT 520: Rehabilitation Neuroscience I
DPT 522: Rehabilitation Neuroscience II and Motor Control
DPT 750 03: Bioethics Seminar for PT's

Areas of Interest:
Neurological conditions
Neuro-oncology
Vestibular rehabilitation
Neuroeducation among graduate student health professions

Education: 
DPT, Pacific University School of Physical Therapy & Athletic Training, 2019
BS, Harding University, 2015

Clinical Certifications:
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy, valid through 2032
Mental Health First Aid Provider, valid through 2025
Certified Clinical Instructor, American Physical Therapy Association, 2021

Publications:
Hilliard J, Chui K, Galindo T, Wong RA & Lusardi MM.  "An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthotic and Prosthetic Rehabilitation." In Chui et al., Orthotics and Prosthetics in Rehabilitation. 4th ed. 2019.
Galindo T, Reyna J, Weyer A. "Evidence for Transient Receptor Potential (TRP) Channel Contribution to Arthritis Pain and Pathogenesis." Pharmaceuticals, volume 11, issue 4. 2018.

Presentations: 
Galindo T. "Contemporary, Evidence-Based Interventions in Vestibular Rehabilitation." Invited Presentation for Physical and Occupational Therapists at Infinity Rehab Virtual Symposium, 2023.
Galindo T, Blitz N. "Updates in Vestibular Rehabilitation Practice." American Physical Therapy Association Oregon Annual Conference, 2023.
Neumann S, Galindo T. "Early Career Bridge Program: A Structured Mentorship Model for Student and Early Career Members." Oregon Physical Therapy Association Annual Conference, 2022.
Galindo T, Neumann S. "A Relational Approach to Student and Early Career Member Value: Early Career Bridge Program."  APTA Combined Sections Meeting, 2022.
Galindo T, Farrell MK. "The Effect of Mindfulness Based Interventions on Quality of Life for Patients with Multiple Sclerosis: An Evidence Based Review." Oregon Physical Therapy Association Annual Conference, 2019 poster.
Wilkinson B, Galindo T, Gayles E, Springer L. "From Emerging to Experienced: A Panel Discussion Issuing Perspective on Revitalized Feedback Dynamics." Northwest Intermountain Consortium Annaul Conference, 2018.

Service:
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
2021-2023 | Adventist Health Portland

Co-Chair, Early Career Bridge Program Workgroup
2021-present | American Physical Therapy Association, Oregon Chapter

Delegate (1-year term)
2019-present | American Physical Therapy Association, Oregon Chapter

Board Member
2018-present | Little Hands, Big Hearts Foundation

Awards: 
Oregon Centennial Scholar, American Physical Therapy Association, 2021
Mary McMillan Scholarship Award, American Physical Therapy Association, 2019
Outstanding Student Physical Therapist, American Physical Therapy Association, 2019
Outstanding Graduate, Pacific University Alumni Association, 2019
Emerging Student Leader Award, Oregon Physical Therapy Association, 2018