Alexis Mielke

Alexis Mielke serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), specializing in physical therapy and rehabilitation sciences.

Education:

• BS in Exercise and Sport Science, University of San Francisco (2009)
• DPT, Samuel Merritt University (2015)

Her clinical expertise focuses on neurological rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, and degenerative diseases, alongside cardiopulmonary rehabilitation post-heart/lung transplantation. A key research emphasis involves optimizing lower extremity orthoses to enhance walking function in neuromuscular disorder patients, bridging clinical practice with mobility innovation.

Professional credentials include board certification as a Physical Therapist (PT) and Neurologic Clinical Specialist (NCS), reflecting advanced competency in neurological rehabilitation.