Toni Monat, DPT
Educational Background
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, 2012, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA
Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2014, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA
Teaching Philosophy
My teaching philosophy revolves around the principles of providing student-focused education, fostering critical thinking skills, and developing lifelong learners. By creating a positive, supportive environment in the classroom, I enable the students to be successful in the classroom and beyond. My ultimate goal is for the students-turned-clinicians to understand that the classroom is not the means to a terminal degree but rather a launch pad for endless growth and development.
You aspire to great things? Begin with little ones. - St. Augustine
Profile
Toni joined Clarke University’s Physical Therapy Department faculty in 2019. Prior to teaching at Clarke, she was a full-time clinician practicing in a mixture of outpatient, inpatient, and acute care settings throughout her career. She has a special interest in the treatment of individuals who have neurologic diagnoses, especially brain injury. She will continue to provide patient care locally. She is a board-certified clinical specialist in neurologic physical therapy and a certified brain injury specialist. She is a member of the Neurology section of the American Physical Therapy Association.
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Research Interests
Neurologic Rehab in Adults
Post-Concussion Rehab and Recovery
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Courses Taught
Neuromuscular PT III
Education and Consulting in Physical Therapy
Introduction to Physical Therapy
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Certifications and Memberships
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy (NCS)
Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS)
Member of Neurology Section of American Physical Therapy Association