Carla Sabus

Dr. Carla Sabus is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at Tufts University School of Medicine with over 20 years of academic experience. Her expertise spans physical therapy education, simulation-based training, and clinical rehabilitation.

Education:

• PhD, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS, 2007
• Master of Science, University of Osteopathic Medicine & Health Sciences, 1992
• Bachelor of Science, Briar Cliff University, Sioux City, IA, 1990

Her research focuses on three primary domains: 1) Innovative educational methodologies including simulation curriculum design and interprofessional training; 2) Clinical rehabilitation for conditions like ALS, diabetes, and vestibular disorders; and 3) Healthcare systems innovation examining organizational practices and community service models. Recent publications demonstrate strong emphasis on integrating social determinants of health into medical education and optimizing clinical outcomes through technological and pedagogical advancements.

Dr. Sabus has received significant recognition for her contributions, including:

• Distinguished Educator in Physical Therapist Education (APTA Education Academy, 2017)
• Warren Perry Distinguished Author Award (2012)

She secured grant funding from the American Physical Therapy Association for research on organizational dimensions of innovative practice (2013-2014). Her teaching portfolio includes course direction for Capstone Projects, Complex Patient Management, and Prosthetics/Orthotics, with active development of simulation training programs for rehabilitation professionals.