Tessa Wells

Tessa Wells is an Assistant Professor and Assistant Director of Clinical Education in the Physical Therapy Program at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), College of Allied Health Professions. She continues active clinical practice in an inpatient rehabilitation facility within a Level-II Trauma Center.

Education:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), UNMC (2006)
• Bachelor of Science (BS), Biological Sciences, University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2003)
• Credentialed Clinical Instructor, American Physical Therapy Association (2007)
• Geriatric Clinical Specialist (GCS) and Certified Exercise Expert for Aging Adults (CEEA), 2017

Research Interests:

• Interprofessional education
• Scholarship of teaching and learning
• Wellness across the lifespan
• Application of Lifestyle Medicine to DPT student wellness

Scientific Awards & Certifications:

• Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy (2016)
• Certified Exercise Expert for Aging Adults (2017)
• APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor (2007)
• Specialization Academy of Content Expert for Geriatric Specialty Council (2022)

Professional Roles:

• Nebraska State Advocate Co-Chair, Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy
• Executive Board Member, American Physical Therapy Association – Nebraska Chapter