Teaching Responsibilities:
DPT 520: Rehabilitation Neuroscience I
DPT 522: Rehabilitation Neuroscience II and Motor Control
DPT 750 03: Bioethics Seminar for PT's
Areas of Interest:
Vestibular rehabilitation
Neurodiversity-affirming practices in healthcare education
Trauma-informed care
Education:
EdD in Healthcare Education & Leadership, Nebraska Methodist College, 2025
DPT, Ƶ School of Physical Therapy & Athletic Training, 2019
Clinical Certifications:
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy, valid through 2032
Publications:
Wu E, Reisch R, Liu EK, & Galindo T. "Predicting Academic Difficulties and NPTE Success in a DPT Program: The Role of Admissions Variables and Course-Specific Performance." Journal of Physical Therapy Education. 2025.
Galindo T. Vestibular Rehabilitation Considerations for Chemotherapy-Induced Vestibulotoxicity: A Clinical Perspective. Oncology Rehabilitation in Practice. 2024; 1(1):10-14.
Hilliard J, Chui K, Galindo T, Wong RA, & Lusardi MM. “An Evidence-Based Approach to Orthotic and Prosthetic Rehabilitation.” In Chui et al., Orthotics and prosthetics in rehabilitation. 4th ed. 2019.
Galindo T, Reyna J, Weyer A. Evidence for Transient Receptor Potential (TRP) Channel Contribution to Arthritis Pain and Pathogenesis. Pharmaceuticals. 2018; 11(4):105.
Presentations:
Galindo T, Wong S. A Strength-Based Approach to Navigating Challenges Faced by Neurodiverse Learners in Experiential Education. Presentation at Education Leadership Conference 2025, Missouri. 10/2025.
Galindo T. From Compliance to Culture: Elevating Disability Inclusion in Healthcare Education. Keynote Speaker for Faculty Development Workshop at Lane Community College. 10/2025.
Thompson J, Galindo T. Introduction to Trauma-Informed Care for the Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant. Presentation at American Physical Therapy Association Oregon Annual Conference, Oregon. 03/2025.
Minnick C, Galindo T. Narcolepsy: Physical Therapy Considerations. Presentation at American Physical Therapy Association Oregon PT Ed Talk, Online. 11/2024.
Galindo T, Belecky L, Casayuran A, Parker B. Embracing Neurodiversity: Perspectives from Students and Early Career Professionals in Physical Therapy. Presentation at American Physical Therapy Association Oregon Annual Conference, Oregon. 03/2024.
Galindo T. Contemporary, Evidence-Based Interventions in Vestibular Rehabilitation for Physical and Occupational Therapists. Presentation at Infinity Rehab Virtual Symposium, Online. 05/2023.
Galindo T, Biltz N. Updates in Vestibular Rehabilitation Practice. Presentation at American Physical Therapy Association Oregon Annual Conference, Oregon. 03/2023
Posters:
Galindo T, Smith B. A Novel Application of AI in DPT Education: Enhancing Clinical Reasoning in Neuroscience. Poster at Nebraska Methodist Research Day, Nebraska. 07/2025.
Saltzman K, Pham M, Kume J, Galindo T. Effects of Early Mobilization on Patients with Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Critically Appraised Topic. At Ƶ College of Health Professions Poster Day and APTA Oregon Annual Conference, Oregon. 04/2025.
Malin K, Galindo T, Chen T. Effect of Power Yoga on Muscle Power and Fall Risk in People with Parkinson’s Disease. Poster at International Conference on Movement Science and Technology, Taiwan. 11/2024.
Galindo T. Teaching Bioethics to Third-Year DPT Students Through the Creation and Use of Podcasts. Poster at Physical Therapy Education Leadership Conference, California. 10/2024.
Wu E, Liu E, Galindo T, Reisch B. Admission Predictors for Academic Challenges and NPTE Performance in DPT Students. Poster at Physical Therapy Education Leadership Conference, California. 10/2024.
Nakamura M, Galindo T. Effects of Early Aerobic Exercise on Return to Sport and Symptom Resolution in Adolescent Athletes with Sport-Related Concussions: A Critically Appraised Topic. Poster at American Physical Therapy Association Oregon Annual Conference and Pacific Board of Trustees Annual Poster Session, Oregon. 05/2024.
Lin I, Galindo T. Effects of Rehabilitation Training Protocols on Health Outcomes in Adults Pre-, Post-, and During Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation for Hematological Cancers: A Critically Appraised Topic. Poster at American Physical Therapy Association Oregon Annual Conference, Oregon. 03/2024.
Service:
Chair, Curriculum Committee, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, Ƶ
Inter-Professional OSCE Coordinator, College of Health Professions, Ƶ
Delegate to the APTA House of Delegates, American Physical Therapy Association
Content Developer, Persistent Pain Management Certification and Trauma-Informed Care, American Physical Therapy Association
Awards:
Boxer Spirit Award, Ƶ Physical Therapy Program, 2025
Emerging Leader Award – Oregon, American Physical Therapy Association, 2024
Oregon Centennial Scholar, American Physical Therapy Association, 2021
Mary McMillan Scholarship Award, American Physical Therapy Association, 2019
Outstanding Graduate, Ƶ Alumni Association, 2019