Heather David

Heather David is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Sciences at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in San Marcos, California. She is also a practicing physical therapist with a clinical focus on neurological, balance, and vestibular disorders.

• Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Florida State University (2001)
• Master of Physical Therapy from the University of Florida (2003)
• Doctorate of Education from the University of St. Augustine (2015)

Her research and clinical work spans neurological rehabilitation, pediatric orthopedics, and community-based physical therapy initiatives. She combines academic instruction with hands-on practice, serving adults with neurologic diagnoses at the Challenge Center in La Mesa, California, and children with clubfoot through the non-profit Clubfoot C.A.R.E.S.

• Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist (American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties)
• Certified in Neuro-IFRAH approach for hemiparesis treatment

Dr. David has experience across diverse clinical settings, including acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, and brain injury day treatment programs. As an advisor, she contributes to student mentorship in the PhD program in Health Sciences.