Susan K. Tappert, PT, DPT received her Certificate of Physical Therapy from Northwestern University in 1971 and subsequently earned a Master of Science in Physical Therapy in 1993 and a Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2004 from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. Dr. Tappert has extensive clinical practice background in several physical therapy settings where she gained experience in various roles including clinical supervisor, clinical instructor, and department director. She serves as Assistant Professor and Chair of the Department of Interprofessional Healthcare Studies and chairs the Practicum Committee for the Department of Physical Therapy in The College of Health Professions at Rosalind Franklin University. Dr. Tappert’s interests are in the areas of Women’s Health and Interprofessional Education. She is program director for the Women’s Health programs and co-director of the introductory interprofessional course for all incoming first year students. Dr. Tappert brings more than 20 years of teaching experience to the classroom.

Contact information:

Susan.Tappert@rosalindfranklin.edu

847.578.8693