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• Doctor of Health Science in Physical Therapy at University of Indianapolis, with an emphasis in orthopedics and education
• Master of Physical Therapy at Midwestern University (MWU)
• Bachelor of Science at Indiana University

• American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) Certification in Orthopedics 2010; Recertified in 2020
• Credentialed Clinical Instructor 2003

Dr. Otto teaches in the Professional DPT program and serves as faculty for Clinical Practicum courses and Integrated Clinical Education experiences.

Dr. Otto’s primary research interests are in student development of critical thinking skills and application in the clinical setting.

Dr. Otto is involved in community health fairs and various events that promote health and physical fitness.

Dr. Otto’s primary area of specialty within physical therapy is orthopedics.  She has varied experiences treating patients in inpatient and outpatient settings from the neonate to the geriatric patient in areas of orthopedics, neurology, wound care, burn care, and vestibular therapy.

Dr. Otto is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, Section member of Orthopedics and Education.  She is also a member of the Florida Consortium of Clinical Educators and American Council of Academic Physical Therapy.