Tracy E. Wall

Tracy E. Wall, PT, PhD is a Clinical Professor and Program Director at Quinnipiac University since 2020. She has held multiple roles at the university since 2005, including Clinical Associate Professor (2015-present), Interim Chair of Physical Therapy, and Administrator of Clinical Integration (2005-2009). She also maintains active clinical practice through per diem roles at New England Homecare (2018-present) and other institutions.

• Educational Background: BS and MS in Physical Therapy from Quinnipiac University, PhD in Physical Therapy from Nova Southeastern University

Dr. Wall's research focuses on metacognitive awareness and competence-based education in physical therapy training. She explores how problem-based learning activities enhance clinical reasoning and cognitive frameworks in students.

Her recent publications highlight trends in clinical assessment, neurological rehabilitation, and curriculum development within physical therapy education. Notable work includes studies on robotic ambulation testing and longitudinal analyses of clinical reasoning development.

Awards and Honors:

• National Board Certificate (1994)

Dr. Wall has taught courses such as Musculoskeletal III, Professional Practice, and DPT Capstone. She has over 29 years of clinical experience in neuromuscular disorders and general care, with a focus on advancing physical therapy education through assessment frameworks and national conference participation (ELC CSM, APTA).