Dr. William Kolb

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Brief Bio

Dr. Kolb is a clinical researcher whose interest centers on knowledge translation, best methods for teaching psychomotor skills and pain management assessment.

Education

Old Dominion University- Norfolk, VA
Masters of Physical Therapy
Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy

Fellowships/Certification

Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT)

o   Regis University, Denver, CO

American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties- Orthopaedic Certified Specialist (OCS)

Evidence in Motion- Therapeutic Pain Specialization (TPS) Certification

Professional Service Roles

Dr. Kolb currently serves as a delegate to the APTA House of Delegates for 2022 for the state of Virginia. He also serves as the AAOMPT Academic and Clinical Faculty SIG president. He has served the Virginia Chapter of APTA as a two-term Treasurer and on the Board of Directors for eight years. His research interests include Knowledge Translation for best methods of teaching psychomotor skills and pain management assessment. He has received grant funding for the implementation of clinical practice guidelines for low back pain within regional health care systems and for the study of pain education. Dr. Kolb has presented nationally for the APTA Combined Sections meeting, at AAOMPT and regionally for the Virginia chapter.

Courses currently taught in the program

Dr. Kolb teaches in the Musculoskeletal and Administration tracts. His teaching responsibilities include:

  • Comprehensive patient Care
  • Advanced Orthopaedics
  • Health Policy & Administration
  • Professional Affairs
  • Theory and Practice I (Lab Instructor)