Saren Ahearn

Saren Ahearn, PT, DPT, Dip ACLM, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center. She is affiliated with the School of Health Professions. Dr. Ahearn holds a Master's degree and a transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy from SUNY Upstate Medical University, graduating Magna Cum Laude. She is board-certified in Lifestyle Medicine by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine.

Her research focuses on health/wellness education in physical therapy curricula and its impact on student outcomes, as well as the influence of personal and environmental factors on physical activity. Dr. Ahearn teaches courses including Cardiovascular/Pulmonary Physical Therapy, Patient/Client Management II, and Administration and Supervision in Physical Therapy.

With over 10 years of clinical experience, she specializes in treating patients with cardiopulmonary, neurological, and musculoskeletal conditions across acute, rehabilitative, and outpatient settings. No awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided text, though her certifications reflect professional expertise.

No active labs, teams, or advising details are mentioned beyond her teaching responsibilities. Her professional narrative emphasizes clinical practice integration with educational and research roles in healthcare.