1. Kathlene K. Qualls, PT, DSc, CCI
17105 E. Browns Ave., Palmer, AK 99645
907-745-1767 (h)
907-244-9219 (c)
kathleneq@thequallsfamily.net
Objective:
Staff pediatric physical therapist
Personal Profile:
I am a hard-working therapist who loves a challenge. I am known to think outside the box for creative
therapy to help a client reach his or her personal goals. I seek evidence based research to guide my
therapy.
Education:
DSc, Rehabilitation Sciences with an emphasis in Pediatrics, The University of Oklahoma Health
Sciences Center,2011
Dissertation: Exercise Using the Wii Fit Plus with a Child with Primary Raynaud's Disease and Obesity:
A Case Report
MS, Rehabilitation Sciences with an emphasis in Pediatrics, The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences
Center,2005
BS, Physical Therapy, The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, 1990
Experience:
Staff pediatric physical therapist, 2014 to present
Alyeska Therapy Center, Wasilla, AK
Staff pediatric physical therapist, 2002 to present
Matanuska Susitna Borough School District, Palmer, AK
Staff Physical Therapist, 1995 to 2002
Providence Extended Care Center,Anchorage,AK
Staff physical therapist, 1990 to 1995
St. Francis Hospital, Tulsa, Oklahoma
Publications:
Qualls, K.K.,Arnold, S.H., McEwen,I.R., Jeffries,L.M. (2013). Exercise Using the Wii Fit Plus with a
Child with Primary Raynaud’s Disease and Obesity: A Case Report. Physical & Occupational Therapy in
Pediatrics, Posted online on February 18, 2013. (doi:10.3109/01942638.2012.747583).
Arnold, S. H., DeGrace,B.,Qualls, K.K. (2011). An Investigation of the Family Practicum Experience:
Family and Student Perspectives. Journalof Allied Health, 40(4), 187-193.
Skills and Qualifications:
Credentialed Clinical Instructor, 2014
CPR,2014