Kristen Mooney

Kristen Mooney is the Director of Clinical Education and Assistant Professor in the Division of Physical Therapy at Binghamton University's School of Rehabilitation Sciences, part of the Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences. With over 20 years of clinical experience as a physical therapist in the Binghamton area, she specializes in neurologic rehabilitation and clinical education. She earned a PhD in Community Research and Action (expected May 2024) from Binghamton University, a DPT from the University of Montana, and MS/BS degrees in Physical Therapy and Clinical Science from Ithaca College.

Her research focuses on best practices in clinical education, first-time clinical experiences, and outcomes for neurologic patient populations. Teaching interests include adult neurologic patient care, clinical mentorship, and professional development. She is certified as a Neurologic Clinical Specialist by the ABPTS and trained in LSVT BIG and ImPact methodologies.

No specific grants or lab affiliations are detailed in the provided text. Her career trajectory emphasizes bridging clinical practice with academic training through mentorship and program leadership.