Personal profile
About
Teaching
Dr. Massad leads the Neuromuscular System course series in the entry-level DPT program. She also teaches Fundamentals in Expert Practice, Contemporary Management of Central Nervous System Injury and Degenerative Conditions and Special Topics in Neurorehabilitation courses in the Neurologic PT Residency curriculum.
Scholarly Activities and Research Interests
Dr. Massad’s research interests include interprofessional education, physical therapy, residency education, vestibular rehabilitation, outcome measurement in neurologic patient populations, and health promotion and wellness in chronic neurologic conditions.
Service
Dr. Massad serves as a chair of the Curriculum and Search Committees for the DPT program. She is the Program Coordinator for the Neurologic PT Residency. Dr. Massad also participates in community balance screenings, adaptive sports wellness, student affairs, and alumni engagement.
Areas of Practice
Dr. Massad is a clinical mentor for neurologic PT residents in the inpatient rehab, acute care, and outpatient settings at two local hospital systems. She also practices at Nova Southeastern University's outpatient therapy clinic providing seating evaluations for individuals with neurologic conditions
Professional Activity
Dr. Massad has been an APTA member since 2009 and is a current member of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy and Academy of Physical Therapy Education, and Florida Consortium of Clinical Educators.
Education/Academic qualification
D.P.T., Nova Southeastern University
… → 2009
B.A., University of Pennsylvania
… → 2001
Disciplines
- Physical Therapy
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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A Feasibility and Efficacy Study of a Breathwork and Meditation Intervention (SKY) on the Psycho-physiological Well-Being of Individuals with Parkinson's Disease and Care Partners
Bennett, V., Siegel, S. C. & Massad, R., 2026.Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review
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Interprofessional Collaboration in Inpatient Rehabilitation for Patient with Thiamine Deficiency-Related Sensorimotor and Cognitive Deficits
Thomas, C., Hashmi, T., Delgado-Lebron, J. & Massad, R., 2026, In: journal of Interprofessional Practice and Collaboration. 6, 1Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Teamwork in Action: A PT/OT Interprofessional Simulation for SCI Rehab
Massad, R., Smith, K. & Aldridge, N., Mar 2026.Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review
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High Intensity and Task-Specific Training for Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody Disease (MOGAD)
Thomas, C., Massad, R. & Canbek, J. M., Feb 2025.Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review
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Promoting Successful Transition to Adulthood: The Role of Physical Therapy
Tovin, M. M., Massad, R. & Bloyer, M., 2025, Guide to Pediatric Physical Therapy: A Clinical Approach. Bloyer, M. H., Catalino, T., Shamus, E. & Miles, C. (eds.). McGraw-HillResearch output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter (peer-reviewed) › peer-review