Bret Kennedy

Bret Kennedy is a part-time Adjunct Instructor at Samuel Merritt University in the Department of Physical Therapy. He is a board-certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist and teaches courses such as PT 713: Patient Client Management III: Neuromuscular Rehabilitation, PT 719: Physical Agents and Electrotherapy, and PT 737: Exercise Prescription for Neurologic Clients.

• Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy (AT Still University), Master of Physical Therapy (Chapman University), Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (California State University of Hayward)

Research and Teaching Interests focus on bridging classroom and clinical practice through areas like:

• Vestibular rehabilitation
• Concussion
• Stroke
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Parkinson's Disease
• Clinical Reasoning

His publications highlight expertise in spinal cord injury rehabilitation, geriatric physical therapy, and educational assessment methods like OSCEs and practical exams. He has also received grants for integrating technology into teaching.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Improving Teaching with Technology Grant, 2016
  • Improving Teaching with Technology Grant, 2013

Bret Kennedy volunteers with Benicia High School for sports medicine assistance during varsity football games.