Kayla Black

Kayla Black is an Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy and the DPT Director of Student Affairs at Hawaii Pacific University's Graduate College of Health Sciences. She holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and an EdD in Leadership and Innovation.

• B.S. in Kinesiology, Arizona State University
• DPT, Duke University
• Ed.D. in Leadership and Innovation, Arizona State University

Dr. Black specializes in cardiovascular and pulmonary physical therapy, with expertise in acute and critical care settings. Her research interests include education, leadership, and innovation in healthcare delivery. She has presented at state, national, and international conferences on these topics.

Dr. Black has been recognized through a

• Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy
• Teaching for Equity Fellowship at Duke University
• Faculty Development Residency at Duke University

She maintains active leadership roles in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), including Chair of the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Specialty Council, Delegate for Arizona in the APTA House of Delegates, and State Government Affairs Chair for APTA Arizona.