Dr. Sprout joined the Department of Physical Therapy as a teaching lecturer in June 2019 and transitioned to a full-time faculty position in June 2020. She currently serves as the primary instructor for the Integrated Clinical Series/Pro Bono Clinic and teaches in the Patient Client Management (PCM) series, including PCM III: Lower Extremity and PCM IV: Abrupt Onset Neurological Disorders. In addition to her teaching roles, Dr. Sprout is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and serves as the faculty supervisor for the PSU Panther PT Club.
Dr. Sprout earned her doctor of physical therapy (DPT) degree from the MGH Institute of Health Professions in 2009. With 16 years of diverse clinical experience, she has worked in neurological rehabilitation, inpatient acute care/ICU, outpatient orthopedics, and Pilates-based rehabilitation. Dr. Sprout also brings three years of teaching experience from the University of Miami and the University of St. Augustine to her role at PSU.
Dedicated to improving access to care, Dr. Sprout is especially focused on supporting those who face barriers to inclusive and affordable healthcare. She takes great pride in the Panther PT Pro Bono Clinic, which provides valuable opportunities for both the community and DPT students. Her scholarship interests align with this commitment, and she has presented at regional conferences on frameworks for entry-level DPTs to evaluate and treat complex cases, often referred to specialists, in a safe and effective manner.
