Lori Bolgla
Kellett Chair of Allied Health Sciences
Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
College of Allied Health Sciences
Department of Physical Therapy
Medical College of Georgia
Department of Orthopedic Surgery
The Graduate School
Medical College of Georgia
Department of Surgery: Orthopedic
Administration
Department of The Graduate School
- (706) 721-1517
- (706) 721-3209
- EC 1334
Education
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Ph.D., Rehabilitation Science
University of Kentucky, 2005
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MS, Physical Therapy/Therapist
Medical College of Georgia, 1998
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BS, Physical Therapy/Therapist
Medical College of Georgia, 1993
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MACC, Accounting
University of Georgia, 1985
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BBA, Accounting
University of Georgia, 1984
Certifications
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Georgia Board of Physical Therapy
Georgia Secretary of State, 1993
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Georgia Board of Athletic Trainers
2020
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PTL
Georgia Secretary of State, 1993
Awards & Honors
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2020 Augusta University Boundless Teaching Award
2020
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International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy Achievement of Distinction – Outstanding Research Manuscript Excellence Award
APTA Sports Physical Therapy Section, 2017
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“Excellence in Research” award finalist, Sports Physical Therapy Section Research Committee
APTA Sports Physical Therapy Section, 2017
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Georgia Regents University Faculty Development Fellowship-Teaching Scholars Track
2015
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CAHS Faculty Research Award
2015
Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year
Teaching Interests
Biomechanics
Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy
Scholarship
Selected Recent Publications
- Comparison of Patella Alignment and Cartilage Biomarkers in Young Adult Females with and without Patellofemoral Pain: A pilot study, 2019
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Gender Differences in Core Strength and Lower Extremity Function during Static and Dynamic Single-Leg Squat Tests, 2018
Book, Chapter in Scholarly Book-Revised
- Gender Issues in ACL Injury, 2018
Book, Chapter in Scholarly Book-Revised
- Hip Strength and Kinematics in Patellofemoral Syndrome, 2018
Book, Chapter in Scholarly Book-Revised
- National Athletic Trainers' Association Position Statement: Management of Individuals With Patellofemoral Pain, 2018
Journal Article, Academic Journal
Research Interests
Management of Individuals with Patellofemoral Pain
Kinesiological Applications of Electromyography
Etiology of Patellofemoral Joint Osteoarthritis
Department Service
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Faculty Search Committee
2021 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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CAHS Faculty Council
2020 - Present
Role: Committee Chair
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CAHS Research Council
2020 - Present
Role: Committee Chair
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Augusta University Pre-Physical Therapy Honors Program
2014 - Present
Role: Other
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Student Health Physical Therapist
2012 - Present
Role: Other
College Service
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College of Allied Health Sciences Alumni Association Board
2016 - Present
Role: Other
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Graduate Council Faculty Appointment Subcommittee
2015 - Present
Role: Attendee, Meeting
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CAHS Representative to Graduate School Faculty Council
2014 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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IPRC Oversight Committee
2014 - Present
Role: Attendee, Meeting
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College of Graduate Studies Alumni Association Board
2010 - Present
Role: Attendee, Meeting
Professional Service
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6th International Patellofemoral Research Retreat
2019 - Present
Role: Other
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University of Kentucky Active Women’s Health Initiative
2019 - Present
Role: Other
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BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
2017 - Present
Role: Reviewer, Journal Article
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Physical Therapy Reviews
2017 - Present
Role: Reviewer, Journal Article
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Gait and Posture
2016 - Present
Role: Reviewer, Journal Article
