John F Zubek

John F Zubek serves as a Fixed Term Associate Professor in the Department of Physiology at Michigan State University, teaching Physiology Laboratory (PSL 311L) from the Biomedical and Physical Sciences building. His work focuses on providing foundational science education for students pursuing careers in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant, Medical, Pharmacy, and Nursing programs.

His academic credentials include:

• DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy) from Central Michigan University (2008)
• MS in Kinesiology/Exercise Physiology from Michigan State University (2000)
• BS in Education/Exercise Science and Pre-Physical Therapy from the University of Dayton (1996)

Dr. Zubek's research centers on physiology education innovation with emphasis on professional skills development and adaptive laboratory instruction. His work addresses critical gaps in preparing health professions students through curriculum design, remote/virtual laboratory implementation, and teamwork competency assessment. Current projects explore virtual reality applications and pandemic-responsive teaching methodologies.

Analysis of his 2020-2023 publications reveals consistent focus on educational transformation in physiology, particularly regarding remote laboratory adaptation during global disruptions and systematic professional skills curriculum development. His work bridges theoretical physiology with practical clinical preparation through tools like the Physiology Professional Skills Curriculum Mapping Tool (PS-MAP).

No scientific awards were documented in the source materials.

Information regarding student advising or research grants was not provided in available records.

Dr. Zubek collaborates with international physiology educators on remote laboratory initiatives and maintains active involvement with MSU's Physiology Laboratory (PSL 311L), where he develops innovative instructional protocols for undergraduate health sciences training.