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Kelly Atkins is an Associate Professor at Samford University's School of Health Professions, Department of Physical Therapy, since 2018. She transitioned to academia from clinical physical therapy practice, specializing in neurologic rehabilitation for spinal cord injury and stroke patients.
- PhD in Neurobiology from University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Bachelor's in Exercise Science from University of Iowa
Research Focus:
- Preclinical modeling of neurotrauma
- Neuropathic pain mechanisms
- Estrogen-mediated neuroprotection
- Exercise interventions for neurologic impairments
Publication Trends: Recent articles emphasize spinal cord injury pathophysiology, neuroprotective pharmacological agents like estradiol, and functional recovery mechanisms in rodent models. Publications span Journal of Comparative Neurology, Animal Models of Movement Disorders, and Journal of Neurotrauma, with a focus on cervical spinal trauma and hormonal therapy.
Contact:
- Email: katkins3@samford.edu
- Phone: 205-726-4415
- Office: 2157 CHS Building, Samford University
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