Faculty

Assistant Professor
Office: Regents' Hall 002B
Phone: (262) 243-2207

Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2169

Bio

Dr. Alfonsi is the Director of Clinical Education for the Physical Therapy program and is responsible for the 5 clinical education courses including Clinical Problem Solving I/II/III and Clinical Practice I/II.

Assistant Professor
Office: Health Services 137
Phone: (262) 243-2245

Bio

Dr. Baker brings extensive clinical background in geriatrics, skilled nursing facilities, and student mentorship to teaching at CUW. She is working on her dissertation through NIU in interdisciplinary health sciences.

Program Director, Professor
Office: Health Services HS110D
Phone: (262) 243-4280

Bio

Director and Professor Physical Therapy

Department Chair - Occupational Therapy, Professor
Office: Health Services HS110C
Phone: (262) 243-4296

Bio

Chair and Professor in Occupational Therapy at Concordia University, co-owner of ErgpWISE Solutions, LLC, and holds her green belt in six sigma. Carrie has over 30 years of experience in work injury solutions including work hardening, functional testing, ergonomics for office and industry, and other prevention services. She specializes in using lean and six sigma methodologies in her ergonomic consultation.

Assistant Professor
Office: Health Services 139

Coordinator - OT Doctoral Capstones, Assistant Professor
Office: Health Services 133
Phone: (262) 243-2164

Professor
Office: Health Services HS120
Phone: (262) 243-4234

Bio

Dr. Borst is an Occupational Therapist and a Certified Hand Therapist, with a special interest in the interaction between Christian faith, education, and vocation. He teaches Occupational Kinesiology and Orthopedic Rehabilitation. He is interested in applying research findings to the clinic and classroom, and has taught evidence-based differential diagnosis, physical agents, and upper extremity rehabilitation to national and international audiences. Dr. Borst is certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapist-Registered (OTR), is licensed by the State of Wisconsin to practice as an Occupational Therapist, and is certified by the Hand Therapy Certification Commission as a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT).

Assistant Professor
Office: Health Services 104 C
Phone: (262) 243-2189

Bio

Professor Sara Casali is an Assistant Professor, Director of Field Education, and MSW Field Coordinator for the Department of Social Work. She has 24 years of direct social work experience and almost twenty years experience working in child welfare. Professor Casali is currently working on her Doctorate of Social Work (DSW). Her teaching and research interests include Intersectionality, Field Seminar, child welfare, and custody and placement studies for family courts. Professor Casali is married with twin teenage boys and enjoys gardening, practicing yoga, and golf.

Assistant Professor
Office: Health Services HS104B
Phone: (262) 243-4291

Bio

Dr. Lee J. Coleman teaches across all three cohorts in the Concordia Physical Therapy program including Foundations of Physical Therapy, Introduction to Professional Practice, Orthopedics, & elective manual therapy coursework.

Director - MSW Program, Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2191

Office: Health Services HS 110B
Phone: (262) 243-4439

Department Chair - Department of Speech Language Pathology, Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2188

Assistant Professor
Office: Health Services HS 101 N
Phone: (262) 243-4471

Office: Luther Hall HS 121
Phone: (262) 243-2157

Bio

Dr. Frazier has more than ten years of extraordinary leadership and public service in the area of human service/social work. In addition, she served in higher education as an adjunct instructor at Gateway Technical College, Springfield College and the University of Wisconsin Parkside. She also was a guest lecturer at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota. She has provided training and led workshops in the areas of poverty and diversity. Recently, through Dr. Frazier’s consultant firm, conducted a full conference on the awareness of the crisis black boys in the state of Wisconsin.<br>A recognized champion of early childhood education, Dr. Frazier’s is a recipient of the Governor’s Outstanding Adoptive Parent Award and Council for Exceptional Children – June Hartenhaler Award for Team Collaboration. <br>A Racine native, Dr. Frazier is committed to the local community and is passionate about education, equity, and advocacy for underserved youth and families. Dr. Frazier earned her undergraduate degree from Carthage College, with a major in Criminal Justice and a minor in Sociology. Upon graduation, Dr. Frazier pursued graduate work at Aurora University, where she earned a Master of Social Work degree and later earned a Master of Education from Carthage College. Dr. Frazier earned a Doctor of Clinical Social Work at Aurora University. Her dissertation titled The Effects of African American Positive Parenting Upon Social and Emotional Factors Contributing to African American Children’s Academic Success. <br>Dr. Frazier has presented at national conferences such as the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NACEY). Her presentation was titled Child Development, Family Support, and Healthcare Services: How to Coordinate, Collaborate and Communicate. She also presented at the Governor’s Summit – State Call to Action on Child Abuse and Neglect. Her presentation was titled Innovative Approaches to Comprehensive Family Support Programs. <br>Dr. Frazier’s accomplishments also included serving as a founding board member of Next Generation Now Child Development Center (founding board member) and as a board and/or advisory member of Taylor Homes, Racine County School Readiness Coalition, Racine, Kenosha and Walworth Counties Childcare and Resources, United Way of Racine County, and Racine Vocational Ministries.<br>

Academic Coordinator, Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2017

Bio

Tiffany Frazier is a nationally certified physician assistant specializing in emergency medicine. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in biology and cell physiology and completed her Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies in 2007. She went on to complete a Doctoral of Medical Science Degree in 2020. She now teaches emergency medicine, medical diagnostics, and various other skills in the PA Program here at Concordia while continuing to practice clinically.

Program Director - MSW, Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-4272

Bio

Dr. Gadling-Cole has over 20 years of administrative experience which includes grant writing, program/policy development, quality assurance, accreditation oversight and fundraising. She has served as a Fellow at the National Institute of Health, Prince Georges County Government and the Gerontological Society of America. Dr. Gadling-Coke is the author of 2 books, journal articles and book chapters. She has served as the PI on numerous grants.

Professor
Phone: (262) 243-4485

Bio

Dale Gerke is an Associate Professor at Concordia University Wisconsin and serves as the director of the Orthopedic Residency Program. He teaches in the Physical Therapy and Orthopedic Residency programs.

Instructor
Office: Health Services 119
Phone: (262) 243-4498

Clinical Director, Associate Professor
Office: Health Services RP 108 - Robert W. Plaster
Phone: (262) 243-2137

Bio

Angie Haendel is a licensed speech-language pathologist across all settings. She has taught Foundations of Cognition and Language, Clinical Phonetics, Clinical Methods, Clinical Practicum, Thesis Research, and Fluency Disorders. Angie is also the Clinic Director for the Speech-Language Pathology Program. Her research interests include autism, fluency, emergent language and child language.

Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-4468

Bio

Dr. Harrison is the School of Health Professions Inter-professional Clinic Coordinator at Concordia University Wisconsin. Her research interests focus on inter-professional education, animal assisted interventions, and health/wellness for individuals with intellectual/ developmental disability.

Program Director - Physician Assistant Studies Program at CUW, Associate Professor
Office: Health Services 110G
Phone: (262) 243-2016

Bio

I am blessed to serve as the program director of the PA Program here at CUW! I have been part of the program since its inception in 2013. Clinically, I have been a pediatric physician assistant with Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin since 2001, and practice at Oak Creek Pediatrics.

Instructor
Office: Health Services HS 133
Phone: (262) 243-2043

Bio

Stacey Kukor is currently an Academic Fieldwork Coordinator in the Occupational Therapy Program. Her passion is placing students in great clinical learning opportunities. She graduated from Concordia University with a Masters of Occupational Therapy in 2001. Stacey is currently an active member at St. Pauls Lutheran Church and School in West Allis.

Associate Professor
Office: Health Services HS118
Phone: (262) 243-2615

Bio

Kathy Lemley teaches human anatomy and neuroscience in the Physical Therapy program. Her research focuses on pain perception and exercise for pain management across the lifespan as well as anatomy education.

Assistant Professor
Office: Health Services 135
Phone: (262) 243-2139

Assistant Professor
Office: Luther Hall 208K
Phone: (262) 243-4261

Office: Health Services HS 125
Phone: (262) 243-4288

Bio

I am passionate about my work as a mental health Occupational Therapist. I am grateful for the opportunity to share my clinical experience with students at Concordia University Wisconsin. <br><br>

Office: Health Services HS117
Phone: (262) 243-2041

Bio

Mike McKinnis teaches adult rehab courses. His research interests are Fall Prevention with community dwelling adults and Interprofessional Education. He has presented both locally and nationally on fall prevention.

Office: Health Services 104A
Phone: (262) 243-2015

Director - BSW Program, Clinical Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2166

Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-4230

Bio

My clinical practice spans over thirty nine years, with experience in all aspects of acute care and outpatient physical therapy. My areas of expertise are in the physical therapy management of the geriatric patients with special interest in working with the individual with Parkinson Disease. I am a Board Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist.

Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2125

Assistant Professor
Office: Health Services HS 105 B
Phone: (262) 243-2052

Bio

Sarah Pieper is a certified Physician Assistant who specializes in Emergency Medicine. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Radiologic Technology from UW-Milwaukee. She completed her Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in Manchester, NH in 2012. <br><br><br><br>

Associate Professor
Office: Health Services 104C
Phone: (262) 243-2192

Bio

My name is Dr. Dornicho Pulliam. I am from a small town with a rich history in Mississippi by the name of Mound Bayou. I have been married for 17 years to my college sweetheart, Philyus Pulliam. We have two beautiful daughters, Morgan – 13 & Mariah – 12. My interests include reading novels, shopping, traveling, spending time with family & friends especially with my beautiful daughters & husband, along with giving back to the community. Upon graduating from high school, I furthered my educational studies by attending Mississippi Valley State University majoring in Social Work. After graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, I later obtained a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Southern Indiana. I began my career working with the individuals and families who were diagnosed with mentally illnesses and low-income. After getting married, due to unforeseen circumstances we relocated to Beloit, Wisconsin, my husband’s hometown. Due to the shortage of guidance counselors in Illinois, I obtained a certification as a Professional Guidance Counselor from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois. As a result of my previous experience, I was offered a position as the Lead School Counselor at a high school in Rockford, Illinois this was the beginning of a career working in the educational field. Later, we relocated to Milwaukee, Wisconsin due to my husband's job; which I obtained a job with Milwaukee Public School as a School Social Worker. After working in the school system, I decided to return to college to get my administrator's license at National Louis University where I obtained a Master of Education in Administration and Supervision. Subsequently, I decided to go back to National Louis University to obtain my Doctorate in Educational Leadership, since I have been working as an Adjunct Instructor for the past 7 1/2 years. I realize that working at the collegiate level has become my passion. As I want to be a living piece of an educational template. I love education and I will do anything within my power to help others attain their educational plateau.

Clinical Education Coordinator - Speech Language Pathology Program, Assistant Professor
Office: Health Services 104A
Phone: (262) 243-4284

Bio

Assistant Professor and Clinical Education Coordinator for the CUW SLP Department with 17 years of clinical experience in diverse adult medical settings. Current Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology student at Northwestern University. Areas of expertise/interest including 1) management of adult neurogenic language disorders, cognitive communication disorders and dysphagia in complex, medically fragile patient populations in the ICU setting, specifically the Neurosurgical Intensive Care Unit, 2) management of acquired communication disorders and dysphagia in the adult tracheostomy and ventilator dependent patient, 3) management of geriatric dysphagia, including education and counseling during complex decision making at the end of life and 4) clinical supervision. Teaching responsibilities include SLP 525 Aphasia and Related Disorders and SLP 610 Cognitive Communication Disorders as well as clinical instruction in the On-Campus Clinic. Secures and manages school and medical off-campus clinical experiences.

Program Director - Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Department Chair - Imaging Department, Adjunct Professor
Office: Health Services 123
Phone: (262) 243-2172

Bio

Lisa Reimer is a registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer specializing in abdomen, obstetrics & gynecology and vascular technology. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Radiologic Technology and a Master of Science degree in Health Administration.

Dean - School of Health Professions, Professor
Office: Health Services HS110A
Phone: (262) 243-4469

Bio

Linda Samuel is the Dean of the School of Health Professions. She began her career at CUW as a member of the Occupational Therapy Department teaching Behavioral Health and a variety of foundational courses. She later held the position of the Chair of the Occupational Therapy Department for 8 years.

Assistant Professor
Office: Health Services HS101R
Phone: (262) 243-4395

Bio

I obtained my degree from UW-Milwaukee. My clinical expertise includes adult rehabilitation in the ICU, acute, and inpatient rehab settings with a specialty in neurological rehabilitation. I am certified in physical agent modalities.

Office: Health Services HS 131
Phone: (262) 243-2187

Phone: (262) 243-2014

Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2197

Coordinator - DPT Bridge Program and Director of Clinical Education, Assistant Professor

Clinical Coordinator/Instructor- DMS Program, Adjunct Professor
Office: Health Services 123
Phone: (262) 243-2171

Bio

Amanda Stippich is a registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer specializing in abdomen, obstetrics & gynecology, small parts and vascular technology. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and is continuing her education to obtain a Master's Degree in Business.

Associate Professor
Office: Health Services 141
Phone: (262) 243-2176

Bio

Stacy Stolzman, a pediatric physical therapist, is dedicated to teaching the next generation of exercise science professionals through graduate coursework focused on exercise physiology and physical therapy practice across the lifespan and in conjunction with chronic disease using evidence-based practice. <br><br>Her research focuses on pediatric obesity, metabolic syndrome, physical fitness, body composition and the ability of exercise to decrease clinical pain. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and serves on the Research Committee of the Section on Pediatrics. At CUW, she serves on IRB and co-chairs Moved with Compassion.

Assistant Professor
Office: Health Services 113
Phone: (262) 243-2092

Bio

Michael Toppe, PA-C has been a PA for 15 years. Professor Toppe teaches in and course coordinates the Clinical Medicine Sequence. He also coordinates the International Clinical Rotations in South Africa, Nepal, and Peru

Assistant Professor

Professor
Office: Health Services HS110E
Phone: (262) 243-4205

Assistant Professor
Office: Health Services 103
Phone: (262) 243-2206

Bio

AmyJo is a CUW alumnus (BS ’97; MOT ‘00) with experience as an adult OT and Healthcare Leader. She has worked in SCI, Industrial Rehab, Outpatient, Skilled Nursing and Sub-Acute Care, Clinical Training, Consulting, Acute Care, and Leadership.<br><br>AmyJo is passionate about educating others, facilitating clinical and personal growth and leadership skills. Her passions include dementia and spirituality, relationship-based care, dementia, fall prevention, and well-elderly programming.

Assistant Professor
Office: Health Services HS115
Phone: (262) 243-2044

Bio

Completed B.A. in psychology from Wisconsin Lutheran College in 2003, MOT from Concordia University WI in 2007, and PhD in Special Education from Northcentral University in 2019. Clinical practice experience in early childhood/ school-based occupational therapy and adult acute care practice.

Assistant Professor
Office: Regents' Hall 002C
Phone: (262) 243-2158

Bio

Dr. Wilbanks is a teaching and research faculty member trained in Sports Medicine. She is passionate about helping people to achieve their goals through personalized, Christ-centered teaching, research, and clinical care.

Adjunct Professor

Adjunct Professor
Phone: (813) 546-4542

Bio

Beverly Bass has specialized in upper extremity rehabilitation and lymphedema therapy, working both in acute care and outpatient settings since 2006. She received her Doctor of Occupational Therapy with a concentration in upper extremity rehabilitation from the University of St. Augustine in 2010, and earned her Certification in Hand Therapy in 2016. She has presented both locally and nationally on upper extremity rehabilitation topics. Most recently, she has presented at the 2015 and 2016 American Society of Hand Therapists Annual Meetings, and at the Wisconsin Hand Experience. She is an Online Professor for Concorida Univeristy Wisconsin’s Doctor of Occupational Therapy program. She has been a member of the American Society of Hand Therapists since 2010, and has served as a volunteer for the Research Division since 2011. She assisted in the academic and clinical review of the ASHT Clinical Assessment Recommendations 3rd Edition, has graded and reviewed abstracts for recent annual meetings, and has written blogs on research for ASHTs website. She is the current Chair of the Journal Club, and serves on the Scientific Review and Mentorship Committee. She was the featured Associate Member in the ASHT Times, Fall 2016 edition.

Adjunct Professor

Bio

I graduated from CUW-Miller Parkway in 2011. I accepted a position as a CMA(AAMA) at the Medical College of WI Specialty clinic in West Bend, WI. I loved my job. In 2012 I was contacted by the Director of the CMA program to see if I was interested in coming to CUW to teach Lab Procedures I and II. Since that was my favorite class, I wholeheartedly accepted! I kept my full-time job and started teaching part-time in the evenings.

Adjunct Professor
Phone: (414) 573-6973

Bio

I am a parish pastor in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I also serve as a volunteer Salvation Army Chaplain assigned to the Milwaukee Police Department. I was ordained in 1990 and have served parishes in Florida, Oregon, and Wisconsin. I am married and have two sons. My wife teaches in Milwaukee Public Schools. One son is “on his own” and the other is a Senior in High School. My hobbies include running, reading, and gardening.

Adjunct Professor
Phone: (618) 541-7152

Bio

I am currently employed as a business alliance with the consulting firm, Business Development & Strategies (BDS Group) Washington DC., I also serve on the Board of Directors, with Black Entrepreneurs Inc, St Louis MO. I facilitate executive leadership skills training, create and develop business plans, manage financial efficiencies, and direct organizational strategies for profit and non-profit agencies. I have been teaching with CUW for 6+ year

Adjunct Professor
Phone: (920) 634-4219

Bio

Wes is a graduate of Trinity Evangelical Divinity School with a MA in Counseilng Psychology. He has been licensed as an LPC since 2000 and he has practiced in many different settings including: child welfare, group home administration, ministry, private practice, and college counseling. He has been married since 1994 and has four children. He has a therapy dog named Ninja that often attends counseling sessions with him.

Adjunct Professor
Phone: (414) 308-0886

Bio

I am an Adjunct Professor with Concordia University of Wisconsin. I work with local and online students as they are completing their masters degree in Counseling, working on their 700 hours. This is in conjunction to seeing clients in my private practice.

Adjunct Professor
Phone: (804) 291-8371

Bio

A Birmingham, Alabama native, who as a young adult, demonstrated a drive to support those that are interested in making a positive impact on society. Served honorably in the Army for almost 6 years. Received an MA in Human Services Counseling: Crisis Response and Trauma from Liberty University, and a BA in Organizational Management from Ashford University. Published in the Journal of Sociology alongside Dr. Gadling-Cole.

Adjunct Professor