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Nicki Dawson Loughran

PT, PhD

Nicki Dawson Loughran, PT, PhD is an associate professor in the Division of Physical Therapy of the College of Health Professions and Sciences at the University of Central Florida and Director of the ALIVE (Aging & Longevity Initiatives for Vitality & Enrichment) Lab at UCF. Dr. Dawson Loughran is a Board Certified Geriatric Physical Therapist Emeritus with over 20 years of clinical experience along with a PhD in adult development & aging psychology from Cleveland State University. She has been recognized for excellence in her field by the Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy through receipt of the Distinguished Educator Award, the American Physical Therapy Association being awarded the Margaret L. Moore Outstanding New Academic Faculty Award, and the University of Central Florida with the Teaching Incentive Program Award. Her current area of research includes developing non-pharmacological interventions to improve functional and psychosocial outcomes in older adults with chronic disease including those with dementia. Her research also includes gaining a better understanding of the disability experience as well as training and development of the eldercare workforce. Dr. Dawson Loughran has been published in peer-reviewed journals including The Gerontologist, Dementia, and the Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy. Her consulting company, Golden Age Consultants, aims to facilitate the successful aging of older adults. She trains allied health professionals through continuing education and has presented at numerous international and national conferences about aging and geriatric rehabilitation.

Upcoming In-Person Courses

500+

In-Person Courses Annually

4.7 (6934 Ratings)

Evidence-Based Management of Falls and Balance Disorders: Assessment, Evaluation, and Treatment to Prevent Falls and Promote Recovery

Evidence-Based Management of Falls and Balance Disorders: Assessmen...

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Naperville, IL

12-12-2026 |
8:00 AM- 3:30 PM Central

4.9 (664 Ratings)

Evidence-Based Exercise Prescription for Geriatric Rehabilitation

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Naperville, IL

12-13-2026 |
8:00 AM- 11:15 AM Central

4.9 (441 Ratings)

Dementia Management for Rehabilitation Professionals

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Naperville, IL

12-13-2026 |
12:30 PM- 3:45 PM Central

Upcoming Live Stream Courses

50+

Live Streams Annually

4.7 (6934 Ratings)

Evidence-Based Management of Falls and Balance Disorders: Assessment, Evaluation, and Treatment to Prevent Falls and Promote Recovery

Evidence-Based Management of Falls and Balance Disorders: Assessmen...

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

12-12-2026 |
9:00 AM- 4:30 PM Eastern

4.9 (664 Ratings)

Evidence-Based Exercise Prescription for Geriatric Rehabilitation

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

12-13-2026 |
9:00 AM- 12:15 PM Eastern

4.9 (441 Ratings)

Dementia Management for Rehabilitation Professionals

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

12-13-2026 |
1:30 PM- 4:45 PM Eastern

Upcoming Live Webinars

200+

Live Webinars Annually

Different Diagnoses. Shared Principles. What Matters Most in Geriatric Rehabilitation

Different Diagnoses. Shared Principles. What Matters Most in Geriat...

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

11-12-2026 |
7:00 PM- 8:00 PM Eastern

On-Demand Video Courses

600+

On-Demand Video/Text Courses

4.7 (6934 Ratings)

Evidence-Based Management of Falls and Balance Disorders: Assessment, Evaluation, and Treatment to Prevent Falls and Promote Recovery

Evidence-Based Management of Falls and Balance Disorders: Assessmen...

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

4.6 (6893 Ratings)

Exercise in Geriatric Rehabilitation

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

4.6 (1156 Ratings)

The Psychology of Geriatric Rehabilitation: Motivation & Adherence in Older Adult Patients

The Psychology of Geriatric Rehabilitation: Motivation & Adherence ...

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

4.7 (2922 Ratings)

Functional Assessment Tools in Geriatric Rehabilitation

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

Podcast Episodes

Monthly

CE Podcast Episodes

4.6 (1148 Ratings)

Evidence-Based Rehabilitation in Dementia Care: Using Strengths to Facilitate Optimal Outcomes

Evidence-Based Rehabilitation in Dementia Care: Using Strengths to ...

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

4.6 (300 Ratings)

Deep-Dive into Effective Dementia Care: Treatment Strategies That Improve Communication and Enhance Participation

Deep-Dive into Effective Dementia Care: Treatment Strategies That I...

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

4.6 (1263 Ratings)

Helping Patients Stay on Their Feet: Comprehensive Falls Management in Geriatric Rehabilitation

Helping Patients Stay on Their Feet: Comprehensive Falls Management...

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

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