Allison Kellish

Allison Kellish serves as an Associate Professor of Physical Therapy within the College of Health & Natural Sciences at Franklin Pierce University. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Health Science, a Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy, a Master's in Public Administration, and a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. As an APTA Board Certified Geriatric Specialist, she integrates clinical expertise with academic leadership in physical therapy education.

Her educational credentials include:

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy
• Master's in Public Administration
• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy
• Doctor of Philosophy in Health Science

Dr. Kellish's research centers on two primary tracks: moral injury among physical therapy faculty and educators, and physical therapy education within interprofessional contexts. She investigates leadership dynamics in healthcare education, geriatric physical therapy, and the psychological impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on clinical educators. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical solutions for educator well-being and resilient educational systems.

Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2020-2024) reveals a dominant focus on moral injury and burnout in clinical education, interprofessional collaboration strategies, and geriatric-specific interventions. She examines leadership styles, concussion management in elderly populations, and energy medicine applications for chronic pain, consistently addressing pandemic-induced challenges in healthcare education.

Her scientific recognition includes:

• APTA Board Certified Geriatric Specialist
• APTA ABPTS Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (2021)

Dr. Kellish advises Physical Therapy capstone groups and has secured research funding including a Kean University grant ($690) for moral stress studies in clinical instructors and Perkins Vocational Education Grants ($160,000 from 2009-2016). Her professional service includes CAPTE onsite reviewing and chairing APTA Leadership and Innovation Programming (2022-2026).