Kenneth Lawrence Miller

Kenneth Lawrence Miller, PhD, PT, DPT, MA, serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at the College of Health Professions, Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). His clinical and academic work centers on advancing physical therapy practices for aging populations through evidence-based frameworks and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Dr. Miller's research expertise spans Geriatric Physical Therapy, Movement Analysis in Aging, and Chronic Disease Management for elderly patients. His work integrates the Geriatric 5Ms framework (Mind, Matter, Mobility, Medications, Multicomplexity) to address complex health challenges in older adults, with significant contributions to heart failure management, Parkinson's disease rehabilitation, and post-COVID recovery protocols. He actively investigates systemic issues including healthcare provider burnout, ageism in clinical communication, and psychological safety in clinical education environments.

Analysis of his recent publication trends reveals a strong focus on translating geriatric principles into practical physical therapy applications, particularly through movement system frameworks. His work consistently emphasizes patient-centered care models while addressing critical gaps in rural healthcare access, polypharmacy risks, and functional decline following hospitalization. The interdisciplinary nature of his research bridges rehabilitation science with cardiology, neurology, and nephrology to optimize outcomes for vulnerable elderly populations.