2011
Vendrely A.M., Messmer E., and Moseley J.M. Integration of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy with Gait Training for a 58-Year-Old Male with a Fear of Falling: A Case Study, poster presentation at the Illinois Physical Therapy Association Fall Meeting, Galena, IL September 25, 2011.
Cirujales, T.C., Vendrely, A.M. Investigation of the Use of Single Leg Standing to Improve Balance and Gait for an Elderly Resident Living in a Nursing Home: A Case Report, poster presentation at the Illinois Physical Therapy Association Fall Meeting, Galena, IL September 25, 2011.
Vendrely, A.M., Diers D.J. and Schuit, D. Success with the Spine: Applying Current Research to the Management of Mechanical Spine Problems. Illinois Physical Therapy Association Fall Meeting, Galena, IL, September 24, 2011.
Vendrely, A.M. and McGuire Johnson, K. APTA Clinical Instructor Education and Credentialing Program at Governors State University, on May 20 and 21, 2011.
Vendrely, A.M. and Elliott, J. APTA Advanced Clinical Instructor Education and Credentialing Program at Swedish Covenant Hospital, on April 29 and 30, 2011.
O’Shea, R.K., Ton, K., Vendrely, A.M., Wiihab in Action: Promoting Participation for Adults with Lifelong Disabilities. Instructional course at the Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association, sponsored by the Pediatric and Neurology Sections in New Orleans, LA, February 12, 2011.
2010
Vendrely A.M., Integration of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy with Gait Training for a 58-Year-Old Male with a Fear of Falling: A Case Study, poster presentation at PT2010 Boston, annual meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association, June 17, 2010.
Vendrely, A.M. and McGuire Johnson, K. APTA Clinical Instructor Education and Credentialing Program at Governors State University, on June 4 and 5, 2010.
2009
Vendrely, A.M., APTA Clinical Instructor Education and Credentialing Program at Governors State University, on July 17 and 18, 2009.
Laboratory Assistant for course taught by Tom McPoil, PT, Ph.D., ATC, FAPTA “Conservative Management of Foot Problems: The Use of Footwear, Taping and Orthoses.” at Governors State University, March 28.
Vendrely, A.M. and O’Shea, R.K. No Patients Today — the Auditors are Here! Using external auditors to teach students the importance of clear documentation, platform presentation at the Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association, February 11 in Las Vegas, NV.
Vendrely, A.M., Smith, M. and MacDonald, C. Outcomes following Early or Late Physical Therapy for Patients Recovering from Rotator Cuff Repair Surgery: A Pilot Study, poster presentation at the Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association, February 11 and 12 in Las Vegas, NV.
2008
Vendrely, A.M. APTA Clinical Instructor Education and Credentialing Program at Ingalls Hospital, Harvey, IL, on November 1 and 2; I taught the course to 9 licensed physical therapists and 3 licensed physical therapist assistants.
Vendrely, A.M., Schuit, D. and Diers, D.J. "Keeping Runners Moving: Physical Therapy Management” at the Illinois Physical Therapy Association Annual Fall Conference, September 27.
Vendrely, A.M. Transformation through Community Education: Physical Therapist Students Can Teach! a poster presentation at the Illinois Physical Therapy Association Annual Fall Conference, September 26
Vendrely, A.M., APTA Clinical Instructor Education and Credentialing Program at Edwards Hospital, Naperville, IL, on September 19 and 20. Course taught to 17 licensed physical therapists, 3 licensed physical therapist assistants, 2 occupational therapists and one speech-language pathologist.
2007
“APTA Clinical Instructor Education and Credentialing Program” at Governors State University on April 13 and 14.
2006
“APTA Clinical Instructor Education and Credentialing Program” at Governors State University on March 10 and 11.
2005
“A Survey of Licensed Physical Therapists regarding Autonomy and the Future of Physical Therapy Practice,” a platform presentation at the Combined Sections Meeting of the APTA, New Orleans, LA, February, 25.
“Factors in the Selection of Professional Education Programs for Prospective Physical Therapy Students,” a poster presentation at the Combined Sections Meeting of the APTA, New Orleans, LA, February, 25. Co-presented with Roberta O’Shea, PT, Ph.D.
2004
“Additional Performance Assessments in Preparation for Clinical Experiences,” a poster presentation at the National Clinical Educators Conference, St. Louis, MO, September 30. Co-presented with Roberta O’Shea, PT, Ph.D.
“APTA Clinical Instructor Education and Credentialing Program,” accepted as co-presenter for the program as a 2 day Pre-Conference Instructional Course at APTA Physical Therapy 2004; June 28-29.
“An Investigation of the Relationships between Academic Performance, Clinical Performance, Critical Thinking and Success on the Physical Therapy Licensure Examination” a platform presentation for APTA Physical Therapy 2004.
“APTA Clinical Instructor Education and Credentialing Program,” presented to the staff of Community Physical Therapy and Associates, Ltd. May 7 and 8.
“APTA Clinical Instructor Education and Credentialing Program,” presented to the Chicagoland staff of HealthSouth Corp. on April 23 and 24. Co-presenter was Jeannette Elliott, PT, DPT.
2003
"Using the Internet to Supplement Clinical Education Experiences,” presentation at the World Confederation of Physical Therapy Congress in Barcelona, Spain, June 10.
"The Influence of Training on the Rating of Physical Therapist Student Performance in the Clinical Setting," accepted for presentation at the National Clinical Education Meeting, Philadelphia, PA, April 4.
"Changes in Critical Thinking Skills during a Physical Therapist Education Program," presented at the Combined Sections Meeting of the APTA, Tampa, Florida, February, 15.
"Expectations of Clinical Instructors and Clinical Education Sites," panelist during the meeting of the Chicago Area Clinical Educators Forum, February 5.
2002
“APTA Clinical Instructor Education and Credentialing Program” at Governors State University, May 18 and 19.
"Designing, Implementing and Maintaining a Program Assessment Plan in an Allied Health Professions Program," presented at the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools/Commission on Institutions of Higher Education annual meeting in Chicago, IL with Professor David Diers, March 23-26.
2001
"Effects of Clinical Performance Instrument Training on the Rating of Physical Therapy Student's Performance Using the First Five Criteria," at Physical Therapy 2001: American Physical Therapy Association Convention and Exposition, Anaheim, CA, June 22.
“APTA Clinical Instructor Education and Credentialing Program” sponsored by HealthSouth Rehabilitation in Illinois on April 7 and 8. Course taught to 21 licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.
Creating Communities: Teaching and Learning in New Contexts a joint faculty development conference at Governors State University. Served as a facilitator for the Allied Health Discipline meeting, January 12.
2000
"Uses of the Internet for Teaching" presented at the Fall Conference of the Illinois Physical Therapy Association, Galena, Illinois, November 10, with David Diers and Roberta O'Shea.
"Multiple Uses for Internet Teaching in a Physical Therapy Curriculum" presented at the RidgeCrest Learning in Health Care: Focus on Technology, St. Louis, MO, September 30, with David Diers and Roberta O'Shea.
“APTA Clinical Instructor Education and Credentialing Program” sponsored by Morton College, Cicero, Illinois on May 6 and 13. Course taught to 17 licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.
1999
“Using the APTA’s Clinical Performance Instrument” at the Third Annual Clinical Education Conference and Recognition Luncheon sponsored by the Physical Therapy Program of GSU on June 11.
“APTA Clinical Instructor Education and Credentialing Program” sponsored by Governors State University and Kankakee Community College at Governors State University on March 5th and 6th. Co-taught the course with Susan Flanagan, MHS, PT to 20 licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.
“Clinical Education Seminar,” covering topics related to clinical internships for second year physical therapy students, on January 19, February 9, March 2, 15, 23, and 30.
Panel member representing the Physical Therapy Program of Governors State University to the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the APTA during their on-site visit February 22 and 23.
1998
“Using the APTA’s Clinical Performance Instrument” at the Second Annual Clinical Education Conference sponsored by the Physical Therapy Program of GSU on April 30.
“Clinical Education Seminar,” covering topics related to clinical internships for second year physical therapy students, on January 21, February 4 and 18, March 4 and 18, April 1 and 8.
“Using Surface Electromyography for Rehabilitation,” presentation to Rich South High School advanced biology students regarding the use of biofeedback in physical therapy and physical therapy as a career choice on February 20.
1997
Panel member representing the Physical Therapy Program of Governors State University to the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the APTA in Alexandria, Virginia.
Overview of the MPT program at Governors State University, presented to the Annual Clinical Education Conference sponsored by the MOT and MPT programs of GSU.
1996
Introduction to the MPT Program at Governors State University, presented to the Southern Cook County Interagency Council
Introduction to the MPT Program at Governors State University, presented to the Governors State University Foundation Board
1988
“Heart Rate Response During Lower and Upper Body Ergometry,” platform presentation at the National APTA Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada
