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Kathryn Zale serves as Clinical Instructor and Adjunct faculty in the Department of Allied Health at Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences, specializing in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and Vascular Sonography programs. She maintains active clinical practice as a per diem sonographer at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia while contributing to national professional organizations and scholarly journals.
Her educational credentials include:
- MS, The Ohio State University (2014)
- BA, Miami University (Ohio) (2004)
Dr. Zale's research centers on diagnostic sonography applications, with particular expertise in pediatric and obstetric imaging, vascular technology, and musculoskeletal analysis of myofascial trigger points using portable ultrasound devices. Her work bridges clinical practice and academic instruction, emphasizing hands-on skill development and evidence-based approaches in sonography education. She has contributed to advancing the field through textbook chapters, peer-reviewed publications, and national conference presentations.
Her professional recognition includes:
- Multiple nominations for the Stoudt Excellence in Teaching Award (2020-2021)
- 2015 Kenneth R. Gottesfeld Award for JDMS contributions
- National SDMS poster competition awards (2009, 2014)
- Ohio State University graduate and undergraduate research honors
Dr. Zale actively shapes the profession through service as Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography editorial board member and peer reviewer, American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography item writer, and Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers member. Her dual clinical-academic role informs curriculum development and national certification standards in diagnostic medical sonography.
