Deanna Colburn Hostler

Deanna Colburn Hostler, PT, DPT, PhD, CCS, serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Science at the University at Buffalo's School of Public Health and Health Professions. Her expertise spans clinical practice, research, and education with a focus on high-risk populations and cardiac rehabilitation. She maintains active professional engagement through affiliations with the American College of Sports Medicine, American Physical Therapy Association, and the American Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council.

Education

• Master of Physical Therapy (MPT), Ohio University
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Temple University
• PhD, University of Pittsburgh
• Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Clinical Specialist (CCS), American Physical Therapy Association

Research Focus

Dr. Hostler's research program addresses critical gaps in occupational health for firefighters, cardiac disease prevention, and exercise interventions for heart failure patients. Her work emphasizes translating clinical evidence into acute care physical therapy practice, with particular attention to safety protocols for first responders and optimizing mobility in cardiac populations during hospitalization. This interdisciplinary approach bridges rehabilitation science, public health, and emergency response systems.

Professional Engagement

• American College of Sports Medicine
• American Physical Therapy Association
• Scientific Advisory Council, American Red Cross

Clinical Background & Advising

Prior to her academic appointment, Dr. Hostler specialized in acute care and cardiac rehabilitation at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. While specific student advising details aren't documented in available sources, her clinical professorship indicates active mentorship of rehabilitation science students. No grant funding information is publicly accessible in the provided materials.