Dr. Vandana Kanakamedala
Assistant Professor
Bio:
Dr. Vandana Kanakamedala, PT, DPT received her B.S. in Physiotherapy from N.T.R university, India, Master’s Degree in Exercise Science from Oakland University, Michigan, and Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Michigan-Flint. Dr. Kanakamedala is an APTA certified Clinical Instructor. Prior to joining UMES as an Assistant Professor, in 2023, Dr. Kanakamedala had 15-years of clinical experience in a wide range of settings: In-patient Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Level 1 Trauma Center/Hospital, and Home Health/Community centers. Research interests include cerebrovascular accident and brain injury rehabilitation, promoting inter professional collaboration in healthcare, and applicability of integrating biopsychosocial models in care delivery.
Education:
- Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Michigan – Flint, 2017
- Master in Exercise Science, Oakland University, Michigan, 2011
- Bachelor in Physiotherapy, N.T.R University of Health Sciences, India, 2004
Credentials and Certifications:
- APTA Certified Clinical Instructor
Primary Courses:
- PHYT 621 Physical Therapy in the Acute Care Setting
- PHYT 625 Therapeutic Exercise II
- PHYT 627 PT Procedures II – Soft Tissue Techniques
- PHYT 659 Advanced Clinical Judgment and Integration
- PHYT 672 Patient and Community Health Education and Promotion
