Dr. Shannon Scanlan PT, DPT, OCS
Position: Clinical Assistant Professor/Assistant Director of Clinical Education
Department: Physical Therapy
Office: Stokes Athletic Center
814-472-3941
Curriculum Vitae:
About Dr. Shannon Scanlan
Education
- Bachelors in Health Science with Minors in Psychology and Neuroscience from Saint Francis University
- Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Saint Francis University
- Board-certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Biography
Dr. Scanlan graduated with her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Saint Francis University in 2011. She worked clinically in outpatient orthopedics with a specific focus on orthopedic issues related to the geriatric population, pre and postoperative orthopedic management, balance training, and concussion/vestibular management. She obtained her Board Certification in Orthopedic Physical Therapy in 2019. She is passionate about serving as a leader in the professional association and engaging students and clinicians in professional involvement. Dr. Scanlan is currently pursuing an EdD in Organizational Leadership and Innovation, where she is studying volunteer engagement in the American Physical Therapy Association. Outside of physical therapy, she enjoys bicycling, baking, reading, and curling.
Courses Taught
- PT 404 Surface Anatomy/Palpation Lab
- PT 522L Therapeutic Agents Lab
- PT 530 Professional Issues – Documentation
- PT 660 Clinical Education Experience 1
- PT 760 Clinical Education Experience 2
- PT 761 Clinical Education Experience 3
- PT 762 Clinical Education Experience 4
- PT 570 Professional Development 1
- PT 571 Professional Development 2
- PT 670 Professional Development 3
- PT 671 Professional Development 4
- PT 722 Complex Patients