Memrie D. Ferguson

Memrie D. Ferguson is an Assistant Professor of Instruction in the Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences at the School of Health Professions, University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). She holds clinical credentials including PT, DPT, OCS, and FAAOMPT. Her academic responsibilities include teaching and clinical mentorship within UTMB's Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency and the OPTIM Orthopaedic Manual Therapy Fellowship programs.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science - LeTourneau University
• Doctorate of Physical Therapy - University of Texas Medical Branch
• Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency - University of Texas Medical Branch
• Orthopaedic Manual Therapy Fellowship - OPTIM Manual Therapy

Research Focus

Dr. Ferguson's research examines mentorship dynamics, clinical reasoning processes, and self-efficacy in healthcare education. She investigates neuromusculoskeletal adaptations in Type I Diabetes and develops injury prevention strategies. Her teaching specialties include orthopedic rehabilitation, interprofessional education, and ethics in healthcare.

Professional Activities

She maintains active involvement in postgraduate clinical education through the UTMB Orthopedic Residency and OPTIM Fellowship programs, where she provides teaching and clinical mentorship. Her work bridges academic instruction with advanced clinical practice development.