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Tabitha Galindo
Tabitha Galindo PT, DPT, EdD, NCS
Profession Title
Assistant Professor
Pacific Email
Office Phone
(503) 352-7295
Campus Office Location
Creighton Hall 352
Content

Areas I Teach
Physical Therapy (DPT) 

Interprofessional Education (IPE) 

Teaching Responsibilities:
DPT 520: Rehabilitation Neuroscience I
DPT 522: Rehabilitation Neuroscience II and Motor Control
DPT 750 03: Bioethics Seminar for PT's 

Areas of Interest:
Vestibular rehabilitation

Neurodiversity-affirming practices in healthcare education

Trauma-informed care

Neuro-oncology

 

Education: 
DPT, Pacific University School of Physical Therapy & Athletic Training, 2019
EdD in Healthcare Education & Leadership, Nebraska Methodist College, 2025

Clinical Certifications:
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy, valid through 2032

 

Recent Publications:
Wu E, Reisch R, Liu EK, & Galindo T. "Predicting Academic Difficulties and NPTE Success in a DPT Program: The Role of Admissions Variables and Course-Specific Performance." Journal of Physical Therapy Education. 2025.
Galindo T. Vestibular Rehabilitation Considerations for Chemotherapy-Induced Vestibulotoxicity: A Clinical Perspective. Oncology Rehabilitation in Practice. 2024; 1(1):10-14.

Recent Presentations: 

Galindo T, Wong S. A Strength-Based Approach to Navigating Challenges Faced by Neurodiverse Learners in Experiential Education. Presentation at Education Leadership Conference 2025, Missouri. 10/2025. 

Galindo T. From Compliance to Culture: Elevating Disability Inclusion in Healthcare Education. Keynote Speaker for Faculty Development Workshop at Lane Community College. 10/2025. 

Thompson J, Galindo T. "Introduction to Trauma-Informed Care for the Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant. Presentation" at American Physical Therapy Association Oregon Annual Conference, Oregon. 03/2025.
 

Recent Professional Service:

Delegate to the APTA House of Delegates
2019-2024, 2026 -present | American Physical Therapy Association, Oregon Chapter

Content Developer, Persistent Pain Management Certification | American Physical Therapy Association, Online Learning Center 

 

Awards: 

Boxer Spirit Award, Pacific University Physical Therapy Program, 2025

Emerging Leader Award – Oregon, American Physical Therapy Association, 2024

Oregon Centennial Scholar, American Physical Therapy Association, 2021
Mary McMillan Scholarship Award, American Physical Therapy Association, 2019
Outstanding Graduate, Pacific University Alumni Association, 2019