Taylor Robertson

Taylor Robertson serves as Assistant Professor of Anatomy and Course Co-Director at Central Michigan University College of Medicine. A double CMU alumna (B.S. Kinesiology 2017, M.S. Exercise Physiology 2020), she earned her Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences with a concentration in structural anatomy and rehabilitation sciences from the University of North Texas Health Science Center in 2024.

Her educational background includes:

• B.S., Kinesiology, Central Michigan University (2017)
• M.S., Exercise Physiology, Central Michigan University (2020)
• Ph.D., Biomedical Sciences (Structural Anatomy and Rehabilitation Sciences), University of North Texas Health Sciences Center (2024)

Dr. Robertson pioneers ultrasound-integrated anatomy education, passionately advancing cadaveric teaching through medical imaging to reinforce clinical relevance. Her research quantifies ultrasound's impact as a teaching supplement in gross anatomy labs, with special focus on Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) implementation in medical curricula. Using mixed-methods approaches, she bridges foundational anatomy with clinical practice to optimize student learning outcomes.

Her 2023-2024 publications reveal a concentrated research trajectory in educational innovation, specifically analyzing ultrasound incorporation in anatomy labs and active learning efficacy in online courses. These studies demonstrate methodological rigor through performance metrics, demographic analysis, and student perception frameworks.

Professional recognition includes:

• Early Career Travel award

As an early-career faculty member, Dr. Robertson actively builds research capacity through professional organizations (American Association for Anatomy, American Association of Clinical Anatomists, American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine). Her Course Co-Director role positions her at the forefront of curriculum development, with collaborative projects spanning anatomy education assessment and technology-enhanced teaching methodologies.

Though no formal lab name is specified, her research group develops ultrasound-based educational tools and assessment protocols, offering students direct involvement in medical education innovation at CMU College of Medicine.