Hannah Pollard

Hannah Pollard, PT, DPT, NCS, is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at Western Carolina University's College of Health and Human Sciences. She holds multiple roles including Integrated Clinical Education Coordinator, Assistant Director of Clinical Education, and clinical instructor at the MAPHealth Services Clinic. Her expertise spans neurologic physical therapy with certifications from the University of Mississippi Medical Center (2020) and board certification as a Neurologic Clinical Specialist (2021).

Dr. Pollard's education includes a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from WCU (2019). Her teaching focuses on neuromuscular physical therapy (courses PT 923/924) and integrated clinical education (courses PT 871-876). Research interests emphasize stroke rehabilitation, fall prevention strategies, and neuromuscular adaptation in special populations like individuals with Down syndrome.

Her clinical practice primarily involves home health and acute care settings across Western North Carolina. Recent research presentations highlight innovative approaches to stroke rehabilitation and motor control interventions. She actively supervises students across multiple clinical sites, blending academic instruction with real-world clinical experience.

Professional service roles include curriculum development for clinical education programs and oversight of student placements. Her work integrates evidence-based practice with community engagement through home health initiatives and interdisciplinary collaboration in acute care environments.