Maureen Barrett

Maureen Barrett is an Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy at Springfield College, located within the School of Health Sciences. She holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy (2017) from The College of St. Scholastica and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy (1993) from Springfield College. Her career spans diverse clinical settings, emphasizing sub-acute rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and home health care, with a specialization in treating medically complex patients. She is a Certified Wound Care Specialist (CWS) and serves as the Associate Director of Clinical Education, overseeing clinical training programs.

• Education:
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy, The College of St. Scholastica, 2017
  • Master of Science in Physical Therapy, Springfield College, 1993

Her research interests focus on Clinical Readiness—the integration of academic knowledge into practice—and improving patient mobility through programs like Walk With Ease. She teaches courses on managing integumentary conditions, clinical education strategies, and professional practice issues. Ms. Barrett is actively involved in community mobility initiatives and clinical mentorship, having served as a clinical instructor and site coordinator.

She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the New England Consortium of Clinical Educators. Her commitment to advancing clinical education and patient care is reflected in her dual roles as an educator and practitioner.