Amanda Fields

Dr. Amanda Fields serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program within the School of Kinesiology at Auburn University's College of Education. Her clinical expertise centers on acute care physical therapy with specialized focus on early mobilization protocols for medically complex and critically ill patient populations.

Educational background:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Alabama at Birmingham (2013)
• Bachelor of Science in Fitness and Health Promotion, Samford University (2010)

Research initiatives emphasize Early Mobilization of Medically Complex and Critically Ill Patients and Physical Therapy Education and Practice, particularly examining implementation strategies in intensive care settings. Her clinical scholarship bridges evidence-based practice with educational methodologies for physical therapy practitioners.

Professional recognition:

• Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Clinical Specialist (CCS) certification from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS)

Dr. Fields contributes to clinical education through the Doctor of Physical Therapy program without documented graduate student advisement or external research funding. She maintains active clinical practice while developing curricular innovations for physical therapy education.