Stephanie Hughes

Stephanie Hughes serves as an Associate Professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at the Mayborn College of Health Sciences, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (UMHB), Belton, TX, teaching core courses including Wound Management and Therapeutic Modalities, Inpatient Physical Therapy Practice, and Cardiopulmonary Patient Management. She actively contributes to program governance through the Student Engagement and Retention Committee and DPT Curriculum Committee, with specialized focus on optimizing student success and retention strategies.

Educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, Texas Tech University
• Doctor of Physical Therapy, Texas Tech Health Sciences Center (2010)
• Graduate Certificate in Academic Medicine, University of North Texas Health Sciences Center (2023)

Her professional expertise bridges clinical physical therapy and health sciences education, with deep specialization in wound management and acute/critical care settings developed through over a decade of practice since 2010. She also addresses cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and educational methodologies in curriculum assessment, reflecting her dual commitment to patient care and pedagogical innovation in medical training.

Professional affiliations:

• Texas Physical Therapy Association (TPTA)
• American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), including membership in Acute Care, Cardiopulmonary, Electrophysiology and Wound Care, and Education Sections

Scientific recognition:

• Certified Wound Specialist (American Board of Wound Management, 2019)

Dr. Hughes mentors students through curriculum development initiatives and committee leadership, though no specific advisees or research grants are documented. She maintains clinical relevance through ongoing practice in acute care and wound management while advancing educational frameworks for physical therapy training. Personal details include residence in Temple, Texas with her husband and two sons, plus community involvement as a Sunday school teacher in children's ministry.