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Francine Sage-King PT, DPT
Clinical Associate Professor
Bio
Francine Sage-King is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program teaching in the areas of neurologic physical therapy and limb loss. After receiving her BS in Kinesiology from Michigan State University, she completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Columbia University, NY. As a board-certified neurologic specialist, her practice area includes working in both the inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation setting treating individuals with both neurologic and limb loss impairments. Currently, she is pursuing her PhD at Seton Hall University with an interest in outcomes post traumatic brain injury.
Education
DPT, Physical Therapy, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, NY, NY
BS, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Research Interests/Areas of Focus
Rehabilitation post Brain Injury/Biomechanics/DPT Learning Environment
Selected Publications
Sage-King F & Hanssen D. Discharge Planning: The Shared Role of the Physical Therapist and Social Worker. Author for the American Council of Academic Physical Therapy (ACAPT) Interprofessional Education Compendium. 2024
Chiarello, C., Zellers, J., Sage-King, F. (2012) Predictors of Inter-recti Distance in Cadavers. Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy, 36(3), 125-130
Selected Presentations
Sage-King F & Mende K. Return to High-Level Mobility: From Mild to Severe TBI Recovery. Presenter at the Brain Injury Association of New York (BIANYS) Brain Injury Symposium, NY, NY, 3/9/24.
Addressing Agitation in the TBI Population: Overview and Non-Pharmacological Management. Presenter at Brain Injury Association of New York Annual Conference, Saratoga Springs, NY, 6/7/23.
R.E.S.P.E.C.T. and IPE. Poster presenter at American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Combined Sections Meeting, San Diego, CA, 2/23/23.
Engaging in Research and Teaching After the DPT: A Conversation About Career Paths. Section on Research presenter at American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Combined Sections Meeting, San Antonio, TX, 2/5/22.
Content Validity of a New Tool for Evaluating Learning Environment in Doctor of Physical Therapy Programs. Poster presenter at American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Educational Leadership Conference, Atlanta, GA, 10/24/21.
Benefits of Physical Activity: Lessons Learned from a Pandemic. Presenter at Brain Injury Association of New York (BIANYS) Annual Conference, Virtual Format, 6/10/21.
CPGs and TBIs: What to Know as a Physical Therapist. Presenter at Brain Injury Association of New York (BIANYS) Annual Conference, Virtual Format, 10/16/20.
Bridging the Knowledge between Physical Therapy and Social Work. Platform presenter at Educational Leadership Conference (ELC), Bellevue, WA, 10/20/19.
Characteristics of Effective Instructors for Student Engagement. Presenter at Faculty Development: Transitioning from Clinic to Classroom, Catskill District/NYPTA, Poughkeepsie, NY, 10/1/17.
Predictors of Inter-recti Distance in Cadavers. Platform presenter at Combined Sections Meeting (CSM), New Orleans, LA, 2011.
Awards and Honors
Marie Ivancich Memorial Award from the Brain Injury Association of New York, 2023
Education Influencer Award for outstanding poster presentation at the APTA Education Leadership Conference (ELC) by the Education Learning Institute, 2021
