Meet Our Faculty
Meet Our Faculty

Salome Brooks, PT, EdD, MBA, MS,
Program Director, Associate Professor
(603) 647-3500
Brookss@franklinpierce.edu
Salome Brooks, Ph.D., is the Program Director and an Associate Professor of our Physical
Therapy department. She is a dedicated educator bringing extensive experience and
leadership in physical therapy education. Dr. Brooks' academic and professional focus
supports the advancement of healthcare education, emphasizing practical, patient-centered
approaches that prepare students for dynamic roles in the physical therapy field.

Olga L.M. McSorley, PT, DPT
Director of Clinical Education, Asst Professor
(603) 647-3553
mcsorleyo@franklinpierce.edu
Dr. Olga L. M. McSorley serves as the Director of Clinical Education and an Assistant
Professor at 91爆料's College of Health & Natural Sciences. She
earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Boston University. Currently, she
is pursuing an Ed.D. in Leadership and Learning at Rivier University. Dr. McSorley's
research interests focus on clinical education, professional development, and aquatic
physical therapy. She is an active member of several professional organizations, such
as the American Physical Therapy Association and the New England Consortium of Clinical
Educators, where she serves as Treasurer. Dr. McSorley has contributed to her field
through numerous conference presentations, including topics like aquatic therapy for
patients with lower-limb amputation and innovative teaching methods in physical therapy
education.
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
bonds@franklinpierce.edu
(603) 647-3555
Stefanie Bond is an Assistant Professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at 91爆料. She is licensed physical therapist and a board-certified clinical specialist in geriatrics, which means I focus on helping older adults stay healthy and active. She teaches how to care for patients and improve movement and function. She enjoys helping students build their skills and confidence so they can become caring and knowledgeable physical therapists. Her goal is to support student success while promoting better health and quality of life for the people they will serve.

Ross Childs, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT
Assistant Professor
(603) 647-3552
childsro@franklinpierce.edu
Ross Childs is an Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy at 91爆料. With a strong commitment to academic excellence and student success, he plays a pivotal role in preparing future healthcare professionals. His affiliation with Franklin Pierce underscores his dedication to advancing the field of physical therapy through education, research, and mentorship.

Theresa O'Neil, PT, MS, DPT, EdD, OCS, FAAOMPT
Assistant Professor
(603) 647-3500
oneilt@franklinpierce.edu
Theresa O鈥橬eil is an Assistant Professor in a Doctor of Physical Therapy program in New Hampshire and a board-certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist who also serves as a clinical resource specialist in vestibular and post-concussion rehabilitation for Beth Israel Lahey Health in Woburn, Massachusetts. Her work integrates advanced clinical practice with educational research focused on learning theory, cognitive science, and Master Adaptive Learning, examining how instructional design and learner variability influence student engagement and performance in physical therapy education. She is dedicated to evidence-based teaching strategies that promote metacognition, self-regulated learning, and adaptive expertise while fostering inclusive, learner-centered environments. Dr. O鈥橬eil presents at national and regional conferences, contributes to interdisciplinary research in neurologic and orthopaedic rehabilitation, and supports certification standards as an item writer for the APTA Orthopaedic Specialist exam. A residency-trained orthopaedic manual therapist and Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy, she combines expertise in anatomy, clinical care, and pedagogy to advance the development of skilled, evidence-informed physical therapists.

Jeannie Perry
Program Director
perryj@franklinpierce.edu
(603) 647-3550
Jeannie Perry is the Program Coordinator of the New Hampshire DPT program. She works primarily with the Clinical Education Department assisting with student placements, compliance, calendars, mailings, and maintaining contracts. She is responsible for coordinating the clinicals in our database, as well as any other administrative duties pertaining to the student clinicals. In addition, Jeannie works at a administrative capacity, supervising the Work Study students and schedules, maintaining the lab supplies, and Adjunct Faculty/Lab Assistant pay forms.

Saniya Waghmare, PT, MPT, PhD, Assistant Professor
Assistant Professor
waghmares@franklinpierce.edu
(603) 647-3557
Dr. Waghmare is an Assistant Professor in the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program. She earned her degrees in physical therapy and rehabilitation science, including a PhD. She teaches courses such as cardiopulmonary care, pharmacology, pathophysiology, and research, and enjoys helping students understand how the body works and how to use evidence in their practice. Her research focuses on exercise, cardiovascular health, and how the heart and brain are connected, especially in people recovering from conditions like stroke. She is passionate about promoting healthy living and helping students become skilled and thoughtful physical therapists.

Justin Walker PT, DPT, OCS
Assistant Professor
Justin Walker, is an Assistant Professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at 91爆料. He earned my Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, and is a board-certified clinical specialist in orthopedics. He teaches courses such as kinesiology, foundations of physical therapy, therapeutic exercise, and pain neuroscience. He enjoys helping students understand how the body moves and heals, and is passionate about preparing them to become skilled and confident physical therapists.

Tara White, DPT
Director of Clinical Education, Assistant Professor
(603) 647-3561
twhite@franklinpierce.edu
Tara White, is the Director of Clinical Education and an Assistant Professor at Franklin
Pierce University. With a robust background in Pediatric Physical Therapy, Tara oversees
clinical education for the Doctor of Physical Therapy program, ensuring students gain
practical experience in diverse healthcare settings.

