معرفی
Megan Frazier serves as Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy in the Department of Physical Therapy within Springfield College's School of Health Sciences. A board-certified pediatric physical therapy specialist, she maintains extensive clinical experience at Shriners Children's since 2007 across inpatient, outpatient, and acute rehabilitation settings, complemented by eight years in early intervention services.
Her academic credentials include:
- Bachelor of Science, Denison University, 1997
- Master of Fine Arts in Dance, Smith College, 2003
- Master of Science in Physical Therapy, Springfield College, 2007
- Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Sage College, 2012
Dr. Frazier's research program investigates neural and biomechanical aspects of human movement with emphasis on pediatric populations. Her primary focus areas feature:
- Motor control mechanisms during stair navigation
- Cortical activation patterns during locomotion using functional near infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS)
- Dual-task interference effects on motor performance
She currently pursues doctoral studies in Movement Neuroscience at the University of Massachusetts Amherst while maintaining active clinical and academic roles.
Professional recognitions include:
- Board Certified Pediatric Specialist designation
- Certified Early Intervention Specialist credential
Dr. Frazier teaches core curriculum courses including Neuroscience, Human Movement Across the Lifespan, Physical Therapy Management of the Pediatric Patient, and Applied Research in Physical Therapy. She contributes institutional service through membership on the Research Committee and Clinically Integrated Practical Exam Committee, integrating clinical expertise with academic instruction.
