CURRICULUM VITAE
Michael T. Lebec
Department of Physical Therapy
Northern Arizona University
Box 15105
Flagstaff, AZ 86011
Phone: 928.523.9971
Fax 928.523.9289
Mike.Lebec@nau.edu
EDUCATION:
Formal Education:
University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, Doctor of Philosophy in Education with Specialization in Science Education, Web-Based Learning, Learning via technology, 2000 – 2003
Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA, Master’s Degree, Physical Therapy, 1994 - 1997
St. Bonaventure University, St. Bonaventure, NY, Master’s of Science, Biology, 1992 - 1993
Grove City College, Grove City, PA, Bachelor of Science, Biology, 1986 – 1990
EMPLOYMENT AND POSITIONS HELD:
Academic Positions:
Associate Professor with Tenure, Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Professions, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ, March 2010 - Present
Assistant Professor – Tenure Track, Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Professions, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ, May 2004 - Present
Visiting Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Professions, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ, August 2003- May 2004
Adjunct Faculty – Biology Instructor, Park College, Davis-Monthan AFB, Tucson, AZ, June 1998 - March 2000
Adjunct Faculty – Biology Instructor, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA, June 1994-August 1994
Adjunct Faculty – Biology Instructor, Community College of Allegheny County, Pittsburgh, PA, September 1993-June 1994
Clinical Positions:
Vice President, Part Owner, and Relief Physical Therapist, Lebec Physical Therapy, Sedona, AZ, 2008 - Present
Relief Physical Therapist, Williams Heath Center, Williams, AZ, 2004 – Present
Relief Physical Therapist, Northern Arizona Sports & Rehabilitation, Cottonwood, AZ, 2004
Senior Staff Physical Therapist, St. Joseph’s Carondelet Hospital, Tucson, AZ, 1997 - 2003
Research Positions
Research Assistant, Project Assist, Department of Teaching and Teacher Education, University of Arizona, 2000-2001
Research Assistant, Project to Identify Student Misconceptions Regarding Concepts in Evolutionary Science, Department of Teaching and Teacher Education, University of Arizona, 2001-2002
PEER REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS:
Manuscripts Published in Refereed Journals:
Lebec, M., Extended scope physiotherapists in the emergency department:
One step further, Invited Commentary, Physical Therapy Reviews, In Press
Lebec, M., Cernohous, S., Tenbarge, L., Gest, C., Severson, K., Howard, S., Emergency Department Physical Therapist Service: A Pilot Study Examining Physician Perceptions, Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice, 8(1).
Lebec, M., Jogodka, C., The Physical Therapist as a Musculoskeletal Specialist in the Emergency Department, Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy, 39:5, May, 2009
Cornwall, M.W., McPoil, T., Lebec, M., Vicenzino, B., Reliability of the Modified Foot Posture Index, Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association, 98:1, January/February, 2008
Lebec, M., Luft, J., A Mixed Methods Analysis of Learning in Online Teacher Professional Development: A Case Report, Online Journal for the Society of Information Technology and Teacher Education, 7:1, March, 2007
Roseborrough, A., Lebec, M., Differences in Static Scapular Position Between Rock Climbers and a Non-Rock Climber Population, North American Journal of Sports Physical Therapy, 2:1, February, 2007
PEER REVIEWED SCIENTIFIC AND PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS:
INTERNATIONAL MEETINGS:
Lebec, M., Physician perceptions of Emergency Department physical therapist services for patients with musculoskeletal conditions, Poster Presentation, International Conference of Orthopedic Nursing, Dublin, Ireland, September, 2010.
Lebec, M., Kesteloot, L., Physical therapist consultation in the Emergency Department for patients with musculoskeletal disorders: A descriptive comparison of programs in the American Southwest, Platform Presentation, International Conference of Orthopedic Nursing, Dublin, Ireland, September, 2010.
Lebec, M., Kesteloot, L., Using Multi-media Technology to Facilitate the Learning of Physical Therapy Documentation : Maximizing Engagement of Entertaining Diversion?, Virtual Brief Paper Presentation, Global Learn Asia Pacific 2010 – Global Conference on Learning and Technology, Penang, Malaysia, May, 2010.
Lebec, M., Jogodka, C., Howard, S. The Efficacy of Physical Therapy in the Emergency Department for the Treatment of Whiplash, Poster Presentation, 12th International Conference on Emergency Medicine, San Francisco, CA, March, 2008
Lebec, M, Doshier, S., Assessing Health Care Professionals’ Conceptions of Evidence Based Practice, Platform Presentation, Evidence Based Health Care Conference for Educators, Taromina, Italy, November of 2005.
Lebec, M, Hart, A, Integrating the Use of Outcome Tools into Evidence Based Practice in an Entry Level Physical Therapy Doctoral Education Program, Platform Presentation, Evidence Based Health Care Conference for Educators, Taromina, Italy, November of 2005.
Lebec, M, DeRosa, C, How do Physical Therapy Students Analyze Evidence Associated with their Clinical Experiences?, Poster Presentation, Evidence Based Health Care Conference for Educators, Taromina, Italy, November of 2005.
Lebec, M., The Use of Mixed Methods in the Assessment of Online Learning, Brief Paper Presentation, Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education – E-Learn Conference, November 2003, Phoenix, AZ
Lebec, M., An Analysis of Learning in an Online Biology Course for Teachers: A Mixed Methods Approach, Brief Paper Presentation, Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education – Society forInformation Technology and Teacher Education, March 2003, Albuquerque, NM
REGIONAL / NATIONAL MEETINGS:
Using Non-Traditional Methods in the Teaching of Physical Therapy Documentation: Maximizing Engagement or Providing Entertainment? Lebec, M., Kesteloot, L., Concurrent Session, National Meeting of the Association of Schools of the Allied Health Profession, October, 2010.
Lebec, M. Using a College Wide Initiative to Springboard Curricular Evolution and Identify Educational Bottlenecks in the Teaching of Evidence Based Practice, Platform Presentation, Combine Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association, Las Vegas, NV, February 2009
Lebec, M., Why Provide Emergency Department Physical Therapy? Supportive Evidence and Arguments, Oral Presentation, Fall State Meeting of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association, Phoenix, AZ, October 2006
Lebec, M., Physician Perceptions of Physical Therapy Services in the Emergency Department, Platform Presentation, National Conference of the American Physical Therapy Association, Orlando, FL, June 2006
Lebec, M, McPoil, T., The Use of Videotaping as a Reflective Tool in a Capstone Musculoskeletal Course: A Qualitative Study, Poster Presentation, Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association, San Diego, CA, February 2006.
Lebec, M, Constructivist Learning in a Therapeutic Exercise Course, Platform Presentation, Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association, San Diego, CA, February 2006
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Lebec, M., Student Case Studies, Session Moderator and Oral Presentation, Fall State Meeting of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association, Phoenix, AZ, October 2004
Lebec, M., The Role of the Physical Therapist in the Emergency Department, Session Moderator & Presenter, Fall State Meeting of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association, Phoenix, AZ, October 3, 2003
PUBLISHED ABSTRACTS:
Cornwall, M.W., McPoil, T. Lebec, M. Wilson, J., Reliability of the Foot Posture Index, Published Abstract, Journal of Orthopedic And Sports Physical Therapy, Vol. 37, No. 1, January 2007.
Roseborrough, A., Lebec, M., Differences in Scapular Rhythm Between Rock Climbers and a Non-Rock Climber Population, Platform Presentation, Published Abstract, Journal of Orthopedic And Sports Physical Therapy, Vol. 36, No. 1, January 2006.
Roseborrough, A., Lebec, M., Inter- and Intra-rater Reliability of a Bubble Inclinometer to Measure Scapular Motion During Glenohumeral Elevation, Published Abstract, Journal of Orthopedic And Sports Physical Therapy, Vol. 35, No. 1, January 2005.
GRANT AND CONTRACT ACTIVITY (Funded):
Northern Arizona University Office of Academic Assessment, CLA Learning Activity Mini-Grant, Applied in September of 2008 (FUNDED $1,000, OCTOBER, 2008)
Northern Arizona University Intramural Grants Program, Title of Project: The Effectiveness of Emergency Department Physical Therapy in the Treatment of Whiplash, Applied in December of 2006 (FUNDED $6,000, JANUARY, 2007)
The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy, Title of Project: Current Strategies Used to Prepare Individuals to Take the National Physical Therapy Examination and Their Effectiveness, Grant Period January 2007 – January 2009 (FUNDED $11,000, JULY 2006)
GRANT AND CONTRACT ACTIVITY (Not Funded):
Orthopedic Section of the American Physical Therapy Association, The Effectiveness of Emergency Department Physical Therapy in the Treatment of Whiplash, Applied in November of 2007 (Not Funded - $11,000)
The Aetna Group, Title of Project: The Effectiveness of Physical Therapy Services in the Emergency Department in Improving Outcomes in Patients Sustaining Whiplash Injuries, Applied in January of 2005, (Not Funded - $25,000)
OTHER SCHOLARLY PRODUCTS:
Fundamental Principles of Evidence Based Practice for the Practicing Clinician, Educational CD-rom Modules (Developed for use with NAU Post-Professional DPT Program), Northern Arizona University, September 2007
CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES/WORKSHOPS PRESENTED:
Emergency Department Physical Therapy: Developing a Clinically and Cost Effective Program, Northern Arizona University High Altitude Lecture Series, August 2010.
Advanced Documentation Principles, Workshop for Prescott General Hospital Physical Therapy Staff, Prescott, AZ, November 2006
MEMBERSHIP IN SCIENTIFIC/PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES:
Member of the American Physical Therapy Association
Member of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association
Member of the Orthopedic Section of the American Physical Therapy Association
Member of the Education Section of the American Physical Therapy Association
CONSULTIVE & ADVISORY POSITIONS HELD:
Member of Continuing Competency Rule Writing Task Force for State of Arizona (Fall 2008 – Present)
Member of AzPTA Nominating Committee (Spring 2008 – Present)
Member of Arizona Physical Therapy Association Advocacy Committee (Fall 2006 – Spring 2007)
Board Member of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association Scholarship Committee (Fall 2004 – Fall 2008)
Member of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association Hospital Privileges Task Force (Fall 2004 – Fall 2005)
COMMUNITY SERVICE:
Guest Lecturer, Flagstaff High School Health Careers Class, Physical Therapy as a Career Option, April 2005
Guest Lecturer, Flagstaff High School Health Careers Class, Physical Therapy as a Career Option, April 2004
Guest Lecturer, Flagstaff High School Health Careers Class, Physical Therapy as a Career Option, October 2003
SERVICE TO UNIVERSITY, COLLEGE, OR SCHOOL ON COMMITTEES, COUNCILS, OR COMMISSIONS:
Department & College Committees
Member of College of Health and Human Services Ad Hoc Grade Appeal Committee, Fall Semester, 2010
Member of Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training Committee on Faculty Status. Fall 2010 - Present
Member of Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training Admissions Committee, Northern Arizona University, October 2008 - Present
Chairperson of the School of Health Professions Honor’s Committee, Northern Arizona University, September 2005 – 2011
Member of the School of Health Professions Honor’s Committee, Northern Arizona University, September 2004 – Present
Member of the School of Health Professions – Evidence Based Practice Committee, Northern Arizona University, January 2005 - 2007
Member of the College of Health Professions Distance Education Committee, Northern Arizona University, September 2003 – May 2005
Other Service to the Department:
Guest Lecturer, Northern Arizona University Athletic Trainer’s Program, Specialized Electric Currents, Flagstaff, AZ, Fall 2006 – 2008, 2010
Guest Lecturer, Northern Arizona University Athletic Trainer’s Program, Principles of Joint Mobilization, Flagstaff, AZ, Spring 2004 – 2006
Exhibitor, Health Professions Fair, University of Arizona, February 2004
Exhibitor, F.A.C.E.S. Conference, Northern Arizona University, October 2003
University Committees
Marshall at University Commencement Ceremonies, Spring 2009 - Present
Member of the University Benefits Committee, Northern Arizona University, June 2005 – Present
Representative to Undergraduate Symposium University Committee, Northern Arizona University, Spring 2008
SERVICE TO THE PROFESSION:
Volunteer Physical Therapist, Project Medi-share, earthquake relief services, June, 2010.
Item Writer for the National Physical Therapy Examination, September, 2007.
Guest Lecturer, Northern Arizona District Meeting, Forming a Focused Clinical Question and Searching the Literature, July 2007
Item Writer Jurisprudence Examination Committee, November, 2004
HONORS AND AWARDS:
Awards for Teaching Excellence
Recipient of Distinguished Service and Leadership Award, College of Health and Human Services, Northern Arizona University, April 2010
Recipient of Teacher of the Year, Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training, Northern Arizona University, April 2008
Recipient of Teacher of the Year Award for 2005 – 2006, School of Health Professions, Northern Arizona University, April 2006
Recipient of Teacher of the Year, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Northern Arizona University, April 2006
Awards for Clinical Excellence
Recipient of The Rehabilitationist of the Year Award, St. Joseph’s Carondelet Hospital, Tucson, AZ, March 2003
Continuing Education Attended:
Clinical Professional Development
Manipulation of the Cervical and Thoracic Spine, presented by Britt Smith PT, DPT, FAAOMPT, Phoenix AZ, January and April 2010
Clinical Pearls, Pitfalls, and Reasoning in Evidence Based Diagnosis and Management of Common Upper Quarter Musculoskeletal Disorders, presented by Joe Godges, PT, DPT, MA, OCS and Skulpan Asavasopon, PT, Phoenix, AZ, October 2008
Functional Biomechanics of the Lower Quarter, presented by Christopher Powers, Ph.D., PT, Phoenix, AZ, May 2007
Coding, Reimbursement, and Practice Applications for Outpatient Rehabilitation Services, presented by Helene Fearon, PT, and Stephen Levine, PT DTP, MSHA, Los Angeles, CA, January 2007
Conservative Management of Foot and Ankle Disorders, presented by Thomas McPoil PT, Ph.D., ATC, Flagstaff, AZ, July 2006
Diagnosis and Treatment of Movement Impairment Syndromes, presented by Shirley Sahrmann, PT, Ph.D., FAPTA, Phoenix, AZ, May 2006
Evidence Based Practice in Your Clinic, sponsored by The American Physical Therapy Association, Mesa, AZ, March, 2005
Differential Diagnosis of the Upper and Lower Quadrant, presented by Adrian Louw, Midwest Spine Therapists, Phoenix, AZ, April 2004
Instructional / Faculty Professional Development
Writing and Publishing Articles on Teaching, Department of Faculty Development, Linda Shadiow, February 2008
Physical Therapy Faculty Teaching Workshop, Linda Shadiow, January 2008
Grant Writing Workshop – What’s the Problem? Getting to the Heart of Your Need, Issue, or Opportunity, Grants USA, Northern Arizona University, April 2007
Using Rubrics, Department of Faculty Development, Northern Arizona University, March 2006
Classroom Assessment Techniques, Department of Faculty Development, Northern Arizona University, March 2005
Faculty Item Development Workshop, sponsored by The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy, Philadelphia, PA, September 2004
Faculty Mentorship Program, Department of Faculty Development, Northern Arizona University, October 2003 – April 2004
Professional Conferences Attended:
Fall State Meeting of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association, Phoenix, AZ, October 2009
Spring State Meeting of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association, Phoenix, AZ, May 2008
Item Writer Workshop, Federation of the State Boards of Physical Therapy, Alexandria, VA, September 2007
Spring State Meeting of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association, Phoenix, AZ, May 2007
Fall State Meeting of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association, Phoenix, AZ, October 2006
National Conference of the American Physical Therapy Association, Orlando, FL, June 2006
Spring State Meeting of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association, Phoenix, AZ, May 2006
Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association, San Diego, CA, February 2006
Fall State Meeting of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association, Phoenix, AZ, October 2005
Spring State Meeting of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association, Phoenix, AZ, April 2005
Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association, New Orleans, LA, February 2005
Federation of the State Boards of Physical Therapy Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, PA, September 2004
Spring State Meeting of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association, Phoenix, AZ, April 2004
Fall State Meeting of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association, Phoenix, AZ, October 2004
Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association, Nashville, TN, February 2004
Fall State Meeting of the Arizona Physical Therapy Association, Phoenix, AZ, October 2003
Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education – E-Learn Conference, Phoenix, AZ, November 2003
Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education – Society forInformation Technology and Teacher Education, Albuquerque, NM, March 2003