Dr. Kristine Hallisy, PT, DSc, is an accomplished scholar at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, United States, recognized for her impactful contributions to orthopedic and geriatric physical therapy, as well as integrative health practices. Her research focuses on the integration of Tai Chi–based movement interventions into evidence-based rehabilitation for older adults, chronic pain management, and fall prevention. Through her innovative approach, Dr. Kristine Hallisy bridges traditional rehabilitation science with holistic, culturally sensitive wellness strategies that promote health equity and social inclusion. Her scholarly portfolio, reflected in Scopus (ID: 55829701700), includes peer-reviewed works in journals such as The Gerontologist, Current Geriatrics Reports, and the International Journal of Family & Community Medicine, accumulating 37 citations across 36 documents with an h-index of 2. She has authored influential publications including the Tai Chi Fundamentals® Adapted Program and the APTA-Geriatrics monograph Tai Chi for Physical Therapists and Assistants Working with Older Adults. Her research leadership has been recognized through awards such as the APTA Global Health SIG Blue Ribbon Recognition for Social Responsibility and the Institute on Aging New Investigator Award. Dr. Kristine Hallisy’s current research emphasizes the dissemination of Tai Chi Prime™ through “Train the Leader” community-based models that empower African American/Black and Latinx populations. Her sustained contributions as a mentor, reviewer, and academic innovator continue to shape the fields of physical therapy education, geriatric health, and culturally responsive rehabilitation science.
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