Royce Aldea, PT, DPT, DHSc
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
B.S., Rutgers University; D.P.T., Dominican College; D.H.Sc., A. T. Still University
Program Manager, DPT
B.A., Auburn University; M.S.O.M., University of Arkansas
Bio:
Earl Eidem earned his A.A.S. in Information Technology from the Community College of the Air Force. During his Air Force career, he also earned a B.A. in English from Auburn University and a Master of Science in Operations Management from the University of Arkansas.
Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
B.S., M.A.Ed., Union University; Ph.D., Auburn University
Bio:
Dr. Fox has research experience relating to various characteristics of gait and joint load, including effects of footwear and cadence. He specializes in the use of motion capture devices and force plates. Prior to joining the DPT faculty, Dr. Fox has taught high school science and was a graduate teaching assistant at Auburn University. He earned a B.S. in Sports Medicine and an M.A.Ed. from Union University, and a Ph.D. in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Biomechanics from Auburn University. Dr. Fox's specific research examines force capacity in multi-articular movements and changes in electromechanical delay associated with preparatory movements.
Becky Helms, PT, DPT, Wound Care Certified
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy; Director of Clinical Education
B.S., DPT, Gannon University
Bio:
Dr. Rebecca Helms, PT, DPT, WCC is an Assistant Professor and Director of Clinical Education of Physical Therapy at Methodist University. She has been a physical therapist for 15 years with primary focus in acute care and long-term acute care settings. In 2019 she received her wound care certification from the National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy. Along with being the Director of Clinical Education, Dr. Helms teaches Fundamentals of Acute Care and Patient Care Skills and Wound Care. A native of western Pennsylvania, she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science with a minor in coaching, and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Gannon University.
Nicole Hodges, PT, DPT, ATC
Assistant Professor of PT; Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Women’s Health Physical Therapy
B.S., Methodist College; M.S., Armstrong Atlantic State University; DPT, University of Montana
Pelvic Health Certified
Athletic Trainer Certified
Bio:
Dr. Nicole Hodges PT, DPT, ATC, is assistant professor of Physical Therapy at Methodist University. She primarily teaches Special Populations and Tests and Measures. Dr. Hodges has worked as a physical therapist since 2001 working in home health, sports medicine, and pelvic health. She is licensed to practice physical therapy in North Carolina and is an American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Women’s Health Physical Therapy. Dr. Hodges has been a resident of Fayetteville for much of her life graduating high school from Fayetteville Christian School. She received her Bachelors of Science degree from Methodist College, Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from Armstrong Atlantic State University and a Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Montana. Dr. Hodges is a certified athletic trainer, has completed training in dry needling, occupational medicine, manual therapy, sports rehabilitation, nutrition, has a certificate in pelvic health and is a board-certified clinical specialist in Women’s Health Physical Therapy.
Ben Jones, PT, DPT, ATC
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
B.S., College of Charleston; D.P.T., A. T. Still University
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedics
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Mica Mitchell, PT, DPT
Assistant Professor of PT; Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy
B.S., Methodist College; M.P.T., East Carolina University; D.P.T., Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Certified Neuro-Developmental Therapist
Bio:
Dr. Mitchell has worked as a pediatric physical therapist in a variety of settings since 2003. She has received her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree with a specialization in pediatric science from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, Master in Physical Therapy degree obtained from East Carolina University, and her Bachelor of Science degree from Methodist College. She is licensed to practice physical therapy in North Carolina and is an American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy.
Bess Moore, M.S.
Director, DPT Admissions; Assistant to the Directors of Clinical Education
B.S., M.S., Mountain State University
Stacia Thompson, PT, DPT
Interim Director & Associate Professor of PT; Director, Clinical Education; Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy
B.S., D.P.T., Elon University
Bio:
Stacia Hall Thompson, PT, DPT, is an Associate Professor and Director of Clinical Education. She has been a physical therapist for 15 years and has worked in various rehabilitation settings. She maintains active clinical practice in the area of outpatient neurological rehabilitation. Dr. Thompson is currently enrolled in the Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions Doctor of Philosophy Program in Health Professions with a concentration in education.
Dr. Thompson’s research interest includes teaching strategies in physical therapy didactic and clinical education, and neurological evaluation and treatment methods.
Certifications:
- Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT) Big
- American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy
- Certified Exercise Expert for Aging Adults
- Advanced Credentialed Clinical Instructor
- Certificate of Achievement in Vestibular Rehabilitation from Emory University
Scholarship:
- Hall S, Carriveau K, Legue B, Yip J. Faculty Perception on Learning Hands-On Skills with Real Patients in a Physical Therapy Program. Poster, APTA North Carolina Annual Conference. October 8, 2021
- Sattgast J, Hall S. Bridging the Neuromusculoskeletal Gap. Presentation, APTA North Carolina Annual Conference. October 9. 2021
- Schulken P. Hall S. Highly effective integrated clinical experiences: Multiple perspectives. Poster, Combined Sections Meeting. January 25, 2021
- Hall S, Fike C, Fedun N. Long-term vestibular rehabilitation for cerebellar dizziness: a case study. Poster, North Carolina Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association Fall Conference. October 23, 2020
- Hall S, Spears B, Scales J. Confidence and competence of physical therapists in vestibular rehabilitation. Poster, North Carolina Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association Fall Conference. October 23, 2020
- Britton S (Hall). Student Perceptions of Learning Physical Therapy Skills with the Use of Human Patients in the Classroom: A Qualitative Study. Poster, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions Research Symposium. August 14, 2020
- Robbins J, Dodworth C, Britton S (Hall). Exercise and literary reading comprehension: An alternative to sedentary studying. Poster, Southeast Chapter of the American College