The mission of the tDPT is to develop leaders in physical therapy patient examination, evaluation, intervention, and case management. Special focus is placed on the foundational sciences of anatomy and biomechanics, while enhancing the clinical reasoning and treatment skills of the student. Because this program is designed for physical therapists that work in clinical practice, it is expected that students will bring about positive improvements to the workplace as they progress through the program.

Dr. Lonnemann has been a member of the University’s Institute of Physical Therapy since 1993 after completing a residency with the Institute. She has taught online in the Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy program since 2002, and she teaches the Continuing Professional Education seminar S4; Functional Analysis & Management of Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex.

Dr. Lonnemann has been an American Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapists (AAOMPT) member since 1991, served two terms as Secretary, and has served on several committees, including Nominating, Conference & Education, IFOMPT Educational Standards, and International Monitoring. In 2016, she received the AAOMPT John McMillan Mennell Service Award and is serving her second term as President of AAOMPT since 2017.

She serves the University as the tDPT Program Director and Associate Dean for the College Health Science.