Curriculum Vitae

Kareaion McDaniels Eaton, PT, DPT, CWS

South College – Atlanta

Education:

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Alabama State University

Physical Therapy

December 2010

Master of Science in Physical Therapy

University of Mobile

Physical Therapy

August 1999

Bachelor of Science in Zoology

Auburn University

Zoology

June 1997

Licensure Information:

State and Registration Number: Alabama PTH3432

Certifications:

Certified Wound Specialist

American Board of Wound Management

November 2015

ID # 12480

Employment and Positions Held:

South College – Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Adjunct faculty

Courses projected to teach:

DPT 6110 Physical Therapy Fundamentals- Associated and Lab Faculty

DPT 6512 Managing the Aging Adult – Associated and Lab Faculty

DPT 6540 Management of Integumentary Disorders – Associate and Lab Faculty

DPT 6611 Management of the Complex Patient – Associated and Lab Faculty

Atlanta, GA

January 2023

South College – Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Assistant Professor of PT and Director of Clinical Education

DPT 6110 PT Fundamentals—Associated and Lab Faculty

DPT 6130 Professional Competencies I – Associated Faculty

DPT 6251 Therapeutic Interventions

DPT 6512 Managing the Aging Adult—Associated and Lab Faculty

DPT 6530 Physical Therapy Practice I – Primary Faculty

DPT 6540 Management of Integumentary Disorders – Primary Faculty

DPT 6611 Management of the Complex Patient –Associated and Lab Faculty

DPT 6630 Professional Competencies II – Associated Faculty

DPT 6720 Physical Therapy Practice III – Primary Faculty

Non-tenure

Knoxville, TN

June 2019 - present

Infirmary Health System, Pro Health Rehabilitation

Hospital based outpatient

Physical Therapist (PRN)

Women’s Health, Pelvic Floor Health and Rehabilitation, Male/Pediatric Pelvic Health, Bowel management/constipation

Mobile, AL

May 2018– July 2020 (furloughed due to COVID-19)

Jan 2021-present

University of South Alabama

Faculty Outpatient Clinic

Assistant Professor of PT and Director of Clinical Education

Breast Cancer PT with USA Mitchell Cancer Institute

Women’s Health, Pelvic Floor Health and Rehabilitation, Male/Pediatric Pelvic Health, Bowel management/constipation, UE and LE Lymphedema management, UE and LE Edema management

Non-tenure

Mobile, AL

July 2015- August 2019

University of South Alabama

Physical Therapy Adjunct Faculty

Mobile, AL

June 2012 – June 2015

Mobile Nursing and Rehab Center

Skilled nursing facility

Director of Rehab and Center Coordinator for Clinical Education (CCCE)

Wound Care Team Leader

Geriatrics, Bowel and Bladder program Champion, Male and Female Pelvic Floor Health and Rehabilitation, Bowel management/constipation

Mobile, AL

October 2004 – July 2012

Infirmary Health System, Pro Health Rehabilitation

Hospital based outpatient, Acute Care, Inpatient Rehab, Neuro rehabilitation

Physical Therapist

Wound management, Amputee, ortho surgeries, pain management, MVA, Women’s Health, Pelvic Floor Health and Rehabilitation, Male/Pediatric Pelvic Health, Bowel management/constipation

Mobile, AL

October 2011 – October 2014

Grelot Physical Therapy

Private outpatient

Physical Therapist

Women’s Health, Pelvic Floor Health and Rehabilitation, Male/Pediatric Pelvic Health, Bowel management/constipation

Mobile, AL

June 2011- August 2013

Physiotherapy Center of Mobile

Private outpatient clinic

Director of Rehab

Clinical Instructor

Workers' compensation cases, Pain management, Work hardening

Mobile, AL

October 2002 – October 2004

Mobile Infirmary Medical Center -Rotary Rehab Hospital

Inpatient rehabilitation hospital

Physical Therapist, Clinical Instructor

Brain Injury Rehab Team, Neuro rehab, Wound management

Mobile, AL

October 2000 – October 2002

Restore Therapy Services, LLC

Skilled nursing facility

Physical Therapist

Geriatrics, Wound management

Ozark, Al

March 2000 – October 2000

Infinity Rehab Services – Pediatric Center

Private outpatient clinic

Physical Therapist

Pediatric rehab

Dothan, Al

November 1999 – March 2000

Peer-Reviewed Publications:

Reynolds, B; Koszalinski, A; Sparks C; Jones, M; Gatlin R; Sabbahi A; Pharr A; Krogmann M; Eaton K; Seale J. Experiences of physical therapist students participating in clinical education during the Covid-19 pandemic. Abstracts of Platform Presentations at the 2021 APTA Combined Sections Meeting

Kennedy E; Eaton K; Clevelin L; Philips M. C. Parenting interactions during play between mothers and young children in the Alabama Gulf Coastal Region of the United States (US) Abstracts of Platform Presentations at the 2017 APTA Combined Sections Meeting: Pediatr Phys Ther. 2017; E 1-6.

Eaton, K. Benefits of Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation for Urinary Incontinence after Prostatectomy: A Review of the Literature. MOJ Yoga & Physical Therapy. 2016; 1(1): 0000

Peer-Reviewed Invited Presentations and Lectures:

Bladder Control and Aging: The Neurogenic Bladder and Associated Voiding Dysfunctions in Older Adults

University of South Alabama

Dept of Physical Therapy, Clinical Synthesis and Patient Management Course

September 2, 2020

Peer-Reviewed Scientific and Professional Presentations:

Kareaion Eaton, PT, DPT, CWS

Bladder Control and Aging: The Neurogenic Bladder and Associated Voiding Dysfunctions in Older Adults

International Summit on Aging and Gerontology, Rome, Italy

June 28-29, 2019

Funded/In Review Grant Activity:

N/A

Current/Active Research Activity:

Reynolds, B; Koszalinski, A; Sparks C; Jones, M; Gatlin R; Sabbahi A; Pharr A; Krogmann M; Eaton K; Seale J. Experiences of physical therapist students participating in clinical education during the Covid-19 pandemic. Abstracts of Platform Presentations at the 2021 APTA Combined Sections Meeting

Reynolds, B; Koszalinski, A; Sabbahi A; Pharr A; Krogmann M; Eaton K; Kothe K; Harrison S. Examining differences between CPI results and preparation for clinicals in those students who chose virtual vs onsite lab for Q4-2019 and Q5-2020.

Faculty Lead “Research Activity

“Physical Therapist Student’s Perceptions on Working with Older Adults with Dementia”

Blair Saale, PT, DPT, NCS, Kareaion Eaton, PT, DPT, CWS, Mason Baker, SPT, Austin Howard, SPT, Richard Huggins, SPT, Adam Johnston, SPT

Faculty lead research project

Internal funding

“Screening and Knowledge of the Female Athlete Triad”

Heidi McDermott, PT, DPT, OCS, Kareaion Eaton, PT, DPT, CWS, Hailey Bates, SPT, Brittney Davis, SPT, Makenzie Foster, SPT, Allison Medley, SPT, Emily Nettles, SPT

Faculty lead research project

Internal funding

Membership in Scientific/Professional Organizations:

APTA Academy of Physical Therapy Education

2016-present

APTA Section on Women’s Health

2011-present

Southeast Regional Membership Representative

2015-2019

APTA Section on Geriatrics

2010-2019

Alabama Physical Therapy Association

1999-present

American Physical Therapy Association

1999-present

Consultative and Advisory Positions Held:

VA affiliation partnership council

Biloxi Veterans Administration

Jan 2016-December 2019

Women’s Health and Breast Cancer PT Advisor

Mitchell Cancer Institute Breast Cancer Leadership Council

Jan 2016-December 2019

Orthotics and Prosthetics Course Consultant

University of Emory and Henry

Jan-May 2017

APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor Program (CCIP) Instructor

American Physical Therapy Association Train the Trainer

November 2016-present

Community Service:

University of South Alabama

Invited Lecture

Wound Management in the Skilled Nursing Facility

May 1, 2020

Diabetic Foot Care Clinic

USA Homeless Connect

Jan 2017

Jan 2018

Jan 2019

Jan 2020

Volunteer

United Way

June 2016-July 2020

Services to the University/College/School on Committees/Councils/Commissions:

University-wide

LMS Review Committee

Jan 2019-August 2019

Member

School

Biosafety Committee

July 2016-August 2019

Member

Clinical Education Committee

Aug 2018-Aug 2019

Member

Department

Faculty Search Committee

July 2015-July 2019

Member and Chair

Continuing Education Committee

July 2015-May 2018

Chair

Professional Behavior Committee

July 2015-Aug 2019

Member

PT Admissions Committee

July 2015-Aug 2019

Member

PT Scholarship/Awards Committee

July 2015-Aug 2019

Member

Honors and Awards:

Clinical Instructor/Site of the Year Award

University of South Alabama Physical Therapy

May 2011

Continuing Education Attended

Wound Con Fall 2020

Sessions attended:

Wound Hygiene: A Biofilm-Based Wound Care Strategy

Opening Keynote: Chronic Wounds – A Silent Public Health Crisis

Limb Preservation and Surgical Reconstruction: Preparing Your Patients for Success

A Pathway to “Zero” Pressure Injuries / Defining Avoidable vs. Unavoidable Pressure Injuries

Preparing Your Patient for Flap Surgery: It’s Not Just the Morning of Surgery / The Impact of Spasticity on Wound Prevention and Management

A Role for Both: Hyperbaric and Topical Oxygen in Wound Healing

Prophylactic Infection Prevention During the Pandemic: Antimicrobial Dressings

Malnutrition and Wound Healing with Wound Care and Nutrition Expert Dr. Nancy Collins: A Live Q&A

Advancing the Science of Wound Bed Preparation with Drawtex Wound Dressings: A Live Demo

Everything You Need to Know About Hypochlorous Acid: A Vashe Wound Solution “Fireside Chat”

Digitizing Wound Management with Smartphone-Powered 3D Imaging Technology: Live Demo

APTA CAPTE Self-Study Workshops 2020

APTA CSM 2020

Sessions attended:

Pelvic Floor Surgical Techniques: A Physician's Perspective

Men's Health: A Clinician and Research Perspective

Assessing and Classifying the Challenging Patient with Maladaptive Pain Behaviors

Securing the Future of Acute Care Physical Therapy Clinical Education

Pelvic Health and Military Readiness: Considerations Across the Continuum of Care

When Our Patients Are Using Cannabis: What Every Physical Therapist Should Know

APTA Education and Leadership Conference 2020

100% Education Content

International Summit on Aging and Gerontology 2019

Presenter

APTA Education and Leadership Conference 2018

100% Education Content

APTA CSM 2018

Sessions attended:

Complex Cases in Women's and Men's Health

It's not just about sticking it in! A novel approach to dilator therapy

Women's Health and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy in the Military and VA: A Way Forward

Technology for the Running Clinician; Integrating Rehab Services in a Health System: Creating a Culture of Excellence

APTA CSM 2016

Sessions attended:

Biophysical Agents: Evidence on Determinants of Efficacy

Why Every Patient Treated for Cancer Should See a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist

Women's Health Section Platform Presentations

Diagnosis and Assessment of Upper Quadrant Secondary Lymphedema and Lymphedema SIG meeting

Over the Counter TENS: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: A Comparative Guideline for PTs

Medically and Orthopedically Complex Edema and Lymphedema Cases

Meditation and Mindfulness in PT Practice for Improved Outcomes, Happy Clinicians, and a Healthy Workplace

Navigating Clinical Education Technology: Helpful Hints and Enhanced Efficiencies

Wound Source 2015-2018: Integrating Emerging Research into Biofilm Management; Optimizing Mobility, Adherence and Quality of Life: Mechanically Powered Negative Pressure Wound Therapy; Pressure Injury Prevention and Treatment: Optimizing Healing through Nutrition and Lean Body Mass

Varicose Veins: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Chronic Venous Insufficiency Chronic Wound Management and Reconstruction Continuum: Strategies to Promote Wound Healing; Modern Techniques to Manage Infected Wounds in the Diabetic Patient: Integrating Advanced Technologies to Optimize Healing; Proactive Biofilm-Based Wound Management; Principles of Wound Healing

Advances in Wound Healing: Exploring Treatment Modalities Chronic Wounds: Cellular Biology and Management; Optimizing Healing of Diabetic Foot Ulcers: An Updated Look at Growth Factors Wound Source: Assessment and Documentation; University of South Alabama Neuroscience Symposium

APTA Credentialed Clinical Trainer

Teaching Responsibilities and Role in the Entry-Level Program for Academic Year of Site Visit:

DPT 6110 Physical Therapy Fundamentals – Associated Lab Faculty

DPT 6540 Management of Integumentary Disorders – Secondary Faculty

DPT 6611 Managing the Complex Patient – Associated Lab Faculty

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