Lauren Fields, PT, DPT

13113 Harbour Vista Circle, Saint Augustine, FL 32080 Cell Phone 937-610-6029

l.fields@usa.edu

OBJECTIVE STATEMENT: Optimize human movement with individualized patient care, to improve functional mobility and quality of life for individuals affected by a variety of impairments. EDUCATION:

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Saint Augustine, FL 2014-2016 Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Selected for advanced technology internship at Brooks Rehabilitation

Ohio University, Athens, OH 2009-2013 Bachelors of Art in Psychology; Concentration in Science

CLINICAL INTERNSHIPS:

Outpatient Neuro: Brooks Rehabilitation; Jacksonville, FL; Sept. 2016 - Dec. 2016 Performed gait analysis and training for individuals with neurological

impairments such as spinal cord injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, traumatic brain injury, and cerebral palsy.

Learned set-up and implementation of advance pieces of technology including Armeo, FES bike, Bioness, Madonna ICare, Balance Master, and Zero G.

Developed and performed aquatic therapy treatment interventions. Orthopedic: ReQuest Physical Therapy; Gainesville, FL; July 2016 - Aug. 2016

Evaluated and treated individuals with various diagnoses including spondylolisthesis, psoriatic arthritis, calcific tendonitis, Parkinson Disease, and myelopathy.

Implemented Postural Restoration techniques to promote postural alignment and diaphragmatic breathing.

Delivered in-service presentation on effective interventions for calcific tendonitis of the rotator cuff.

Outpatient Neuro: NeuroFit360; Ft. Lauderdale, FL; May 2016 - June 2016 Treated individuals with various neurological impairments and diagnoses

including spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, and Guillain-Barre Syndrome.

Volunteered at Wings for Life World Run to promote awareness and raise money for individuals with spinal cord injury.

Delivered in-service presentation on non-pharmacological strategies to decrease spasticity in the neurological population.

Acute Care: UF Health Shands Jacksonville; Jacksonville, FL; Nov. 2015 - Dec. 2015

Obtained experience in the level one trauma unit, intensive care unit, cardiovascular unit, and neonatal intensive care unit.

Observed total knee and total hip arthroplasty orthopedic surgeries. Performed treatment post-operation days one and two for the total knee arthroplasty patient.

Delivered in-service presentation on non-pharmacological strategies to decrease agitation in patients with altered mental status.

OBSERVATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

Dayspring Healthcare Center and Rehabilitation; Fairborn, Ohio; July 2013 - Dec. 2013 Skilled Nursing Services: Assisted the rehabilitation team in therapeutic

interventions for individuals suffering from neurological impairments, cardiovascular deficits, and generalized weakness.

NovaCare Rehabilitation; Centerville, Ohio; May 2013 - Aug. 2013 Outpatient Rehabilitation Services: Observed skilled orthopedic rehabilitation in

an outpatient setting. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

American Physical Therapy Association CPR First Aid Blood Borne Pathogens HIPAA

CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES:

The Pathophysiology of Concussions and the Resultant Constellation of Symptoms An Integrative Approach to Treating Pelvic Pain in the Female Population Assessment and Treatment of Balance Deficits: A Comprehensive Strategy for Reducing

Falls Complementary Interventions Including Tai Chi, Yoga, Cranial Electrical Stimulation,

Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields and Low Frequency Ultrasound VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCES:

Wings for Life World Run: An annual race held in various locations around the world to raise money for funding spinal cord research.

Life Rolls On: A foundation dedicated to improving the quality of life for young people affected by spinal cord injury in Jacksonville, Florida.

Assisted participants in surfing safely on adaptive surfboards. Matanzas 5k: A 5k race held in Saint Augustine, Florida.

Provided physical therapy services including stretching, home exercise programs, and education to participants.

Bowling with special needs children: Saint Augustine, Florida Facilitated social interaction between children and assisted in bowling with

adaptive equipment.