Bertie Gatlin

Bertie Gatlin holds dual roles as Assistant Professor at Emory & Henry College (E&H) and Adjunct Professor at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) Department of Physical Therapy. She specializes in pediatric physical therapy with a focus on NICU care, neonatal wound management, and motor development norms for infants in the U.S.

Education:

• BS in Special Education (1986) - Memphis State University
• BS in Physical Therapy (1989) - UTHSC
• DSc in Physical Therapy (2013) - UTHSC (emphasis in Neurological and Pediatric PT)

Professional Roles:

• Secretary, Tennessee Physical Therapy Association Executive Committee
• Regional VI Director, Neonatology Specialty Interest Group (AAPTA)
• Vice-Chair, Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy (AAPTA)

Her research emphasizes NICU sound level impacts, wound care protocols for preterm infants, and standardizing motor skill assessments for infants. Over 28 years of clinical experience includes NICU care, outpatient pediatric services, and follow-up clinics.