Daniel J. Lee, PT, DPT, PhD, GCS, COMT

Daniel Lee's Summary:
-Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
-PhD in Physical Therapy (dual doctoral degrees)
-Board-Certified in Geriatrics
-Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist
-Assistant Professor
-National/International presenter
-Published scientific journal manuscripts
-Can perform independent functional capacity evaluations

My primary focus as an expert is:
-Nursing homes
-physical therapy
-amputations
-prosthetic devices
-falls
-orthopedic injury
-pain
-geriatric rehabilitation
-standards of care

Beyond being a licensed physical therapist (DPT) and a PhD in Physical Therapy (one of only a few who hold both) I am also a board-certified geriatric specialist (GCS) from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, which in turn is recognized and promoted by the American Physical Therapy Association. I have 10 years of experience working with primarily geriatric, orthopedic, and amputee populations in nearly all the primary clinical settings (skilled nursing, sub-acute rehabilitation, acute rehabilitation, and outpatient rehabilitation.)

I am an Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy at Touro College where I lead Doctor of Physical Therapy students through their scientific inquiry coursework. I have taught courses on human anatomy, kinesiology, orthopedics, neuroscience, and geriatric rehabilitation. I am a paid national speaker for Summit Professional Education where I teach a course on amputee rehabilitation for physical therapists, occupational therapists, and rehabilitation professionals. I also am a paid national speaker for Scorebuilders, a preparatory class for students going to take the physical therapy board examination. I have published over 6 journal articles, several book chapters, a commissioned monograph for the American Physical Therapy Association, and given over 10 national or international conference presentations.

Please feel free to email me for a free consultation.

Services

Dr. Lee offers the following services:

Physical therapy evaluations.
Consulting as a non-testifying witness.
Retained as a testifying witness.

Specialties:
physical therapy
nursing homes
amputations
prosthetic devices
orthotics
falls
orthopedic injury
pain
geriatric rehabilitation
nursing homes
standards of care

Litigation Support Services

Available as a consulting or non-testifying expert to assist in cases in addition to standard expert witness services. Can assist in case reviews only if needed.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Expertise:

Low Back, Evaluations.

Consulting Practice

All States

Professional Experience

10 years of patient care in the following settings:
skilled nursing facilities
nursing homes
long term care
outpatient
inpatient
acute rehab
subacute rehab

Over 5 years as a full time faculty member at accredited PT programs

Licenses

NY/CT Licensed PT
Board-Certified in Geriatrics
Nationally Eligible for Licensure in Any State

Legal Experience & Services

Experienced with full scope of expert witness services.

Affiliations

American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
Amputee Coalition of America (ACA)
American Orthotics & Prosthetics Association (AOPA)
Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapists (AGPT)
Specialization Academy of Content Experts (SACE)
Journal Reviewer for:
Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (APMR)
Disability & Rehabilitation
Journal of Prosthetics & Orthotics (JPO)
Prosthetics & Orthotics International (POI)
Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy (JGPT)

Qualifications

Experienced with testifying as an expert witness.
10 years clinical experience
5+ years academic experience teaching PT
Published scientific articles
Invited national and international speaker
Author of professional monographs
Paid national speaker for continuing education courses
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
PhD in Physical Therapy
Board-Certified Geriatric Specialist

Awards & Honors

Orthotics & Prosthetics Education and Research Foundation Educator Award winner 2018
SACE Most Productive Item Writer 2018
Over $12,500 in grants awarded

Seminars & Training

Course Instructor for:
Functional Amputee Rehabilitation - Summit Professional Education
National Physical Therapy Examination Course Prep - Scorebuilders

Academic Courses Instructed:

DPT 719: Comprehensive Limb Loss Rehabilitation
DPT 704: Doctoral Research
DPT 626: Gerontology & Geriatric PT
DPT 627: Diagnosis/Intervention in Older Adults
DPT 622: Motor Learning
DPT 602: Scientific Inquiry III
DPT 601: Scientific Inquiry II
DPT 503: Biomechanics Lab
DPT 501/MSPO 501: Gross Anatomy Lab
ENHP 140: Dialogue
MSPO 620: Scientific Inquiry III
MSPO 600: Scientific Inquiry II
MSPO 605: Clinical Neuroscience
MSPO 605T: Clinical Neuroscience-Transitional
MSPO 523: Orthopedic Pathology
MSPO 514: Biomechanics Lab
PRPT 100: Pre-Physical Therapy Seminar

Professional Training (attended):
MT-1: Basic Peripheral
Maitland-Australian Physiotherapy Seminars • 2016

MT-2: Basic Spinal
Maitland-Australian Physiotherapy Seminars • 2016

MT-O: Evidenced Based Orthopedic Diagnostic Evaluation
Maitland-Australian Physiotherapy Seminars • 2017

MT-ST: Stabilization Training & Functional Rehabilitation
Maitland-Australian Physiotherapy Seminars • 2017

MT-3: Intermediate Spinal
Maitland-Australian Physiotherapy Seminars • 2018

MT-4: Differential Assessment & Clinical Reasoning
Maitland-Australian Physiotherapy Seminars • 2018

MT-R: Review Seminar
Maitland-Australian Physiotherapy Seminars • 2019

Decreasing the Length of Stay of Vascular Lower Extremity Amputations Through A Multidisciplinary Approach
APTA Combined Sections Meeting • 2015

Exercises for Diabetic Neuropathy: A Paradigm Shift
APTA Combined Sections Meeting • 2015

Move the Fear Away: Physical Therapy a Central Treatment Strategy for Fear of Movement
APTA Combined Sections Meeting • 2015

Evidenced-Based Amputee Rehab to Maximize Prosthetic Performance
APTA Combined Sections Meeting • 2015

Virtual Reality and Serious Game-Based Rehabilitation for Injured Service Members
APTA Combined Sections Meeting • 2016

Exercise Prescription Principles for the Older Adult with Multiple Chronic Conditions
APTA Combined Sections Meeting • 2016

Mixed-Methods Research: Elements and Design
APTA Combined Sections Meeting • 2016

Acute Rehabilitation of Person with Lower Limb Amputation
APTA Combined Sections Meeting • 2017

Osseointegration: Future of Prosthetic Rehabilitation, Presently
APTA Combined Sections Meeting • 2017

The Movement System: Application for Deconditioned and Frail Older Adults
APTA Combined Sections Meeting • 2018


Functional Standards for Optimal Aging: The Moving Target
APTA Combined Sections Meeting • 2018

Treating the Lower Limb Amputee
AOPA National Meeting • 2016

Prosthetic Socket Technology
AOPA National Meeting • 2016

Outcome Research and Evidenced Based Practice in O&P
AOPA National Meeting • 2016

Future of Prosthetics: Analyzing the Tissue Socket Interface
AOPA National Meeting • 2017

Prosthetic Management of the Lower Limb Amputee
AOPA National Meeting • 2017

Publications

Publications- Monographs
Lee DJ, Miller C. Older adults with limb loss: Comprehensive care across the spectrum of clinical settings. Alexandria, VA: Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapists/American Physical Therapy Association. In Review. Expected publication 4/2019.

Publications – Book chapters
Lee DJ. (Contributing author). Chapters 5,7. In: Physical therapy exam- The complete study guide. 9th Edition. Scarborough, MA: Scorebuilders; 2017.

Publications – Refereed
Lee DJ, Wininger M, Mahler D, Parisi M. Taxonomy of clinical encounters during the first 90-days post-delivery of the initial definitive lower limb prosthesis. Prosthet Orthot Int. 2018; 42(5):490-97.

Lee DJ, Veneri DA, Goodworth AG. Self-management problem solving tools for lower limb prosthesis wearers: mobile app usability and acceptability study. JPO. Published ahead of print 11/12/2018. DOI: 10.1097/JPO.0000000000000216.

Miles J, Staples W, Lee DJ. Attitudes about cognitive screening: A survey of home care physical therapists. JGPT. Published ahead of print 2/14/2018. DOI: 10.1519/JPT.0000000000000179.

Lee DJ, Veneri DA. Development and acceptability testing of decision trees for self-management of prosthetic socket fit in adults with lower limb amputation. Disability and Rehabilitation. 2018; 40(9):1066-1071. DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2017.1286694.


Lee DJ, Costello MC. The effect of cognitive impairment on prosthesis use in older adults who underwent amputation due to vascular-related etiology: A systematic review of the literature. Prosthet Orthot Int. 2018; 42(2): 144-152. DOI: 10.1177/0309364617695883.

Goodworth AG, Veneri D, Burger J, Lee DJ. Development and testing of an international knowledge assessment of prosthetic management for patients using lower limb prostheses. JPO. 2017; 29(1): 28-34. DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2017.1286694.

Publications – Non refereed
Veneri D, Goodworth AG, Lee DJ. The Development and Study of Rehabilitation Education Materials for Persons with Lower Limb Amputation in Developing Nations: A Pilot Investigation. IJHSR. 2016; 6(3): 185-196.

Lee DJ. Training Prosthetic Limb Skills: You Can Teach an Old Dog New Tricks. GeriNotes. 2016; 23(3): 21-22,26.

Lee DJ. Mobile Health in Older Adults: Benefits & Barriers. GeriNotes. 2015; 22(6): 8-11.

Presentations – Refereed
Lee DJ, Wininger M. Taxonomy of clinical encounters during the first 90-days post-delivery of the initial definitive lower limb prosthesis. American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists National Conference. Orlando, FL. 3/8/2019. Platform presentation.
Wong K, Lee DJ, Buffington P. Can we move (or walk) past the Medicare K-Level in older adults with limb loss? Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association. New Orleans, LA. 2/22/2018. 2-hour Educational session.
Miles J, Staples W, Lee DJ. Attitudes about cognitive screening: A survey of home care physical therapists. Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association. New Orleans, LA. 2/23/2018. Platform presentation.

Lee DJ, Veneri DA, Goodworth AG. Empowering prosthesis wearer's self-management abilities through mobile technology: A usability and acceptability study. American Orthotic & Prosthetics Association National Assembly. Las Vegas, NV. 9/7/2017. Platform presentation.

Davis A, Lee DJ, Flowers D, Huson M, Gellert G, Bureau M, Kakar R. Transitioning to academia: Newbies reflect on their first few years. American Physical Therapy Association NEXT 2017. Boston, MA. 6/21/2017. Symposium.

Lee DJ. Rehabilitation of older adult amputees: Pre-Post prosthetic care. Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association. San Antonio, TX. 2/16/2017. 2-hour educational session.

Lee DJ, Veneri DA. Paper, App, Scissors: What wins amongst new prosthesis users. Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association. San Antonio, TX. 2/17/2017. Poster presentation.

Lee DJ. Decision Trees for older adult prosthesis users. American Orthotic & Prosthetics Association National Assembly. Boston, MA. 9/10/2016. Platform presentation.

Lee DJ. Design & development of decision trees for prosthetic socket management: An innovative tool for educating older adults. Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association. Anaheim, CA. 2/18/2016. Platform presentation.

Lee DJ. Innovative problem-solving tools for lower limb prosthesis users. Connecticut Physical Therapy Association. Farmington, CT. 10/17/2015. Poster presentation.

Goodworth AG, Veneri D, Burger J, Lee DJ. Development and testing of an international knowledge assessment of prosthetic management for patients using lower limb prostheses. International Society for Prosthetics & Orthotics. Lyon, France. 6/23/2015. Platform presentation.

Presentations – Invited
Lee DJ. Innovative interventions for the older adult with limb loss. Extremity Trauma and Amputation Center of Excellence. United States Department of Defense. Scheduled for 07/14/2019.

Lee DJ. Top 4 pre-prosthetic rehabilitation interventions. Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital. Hartford, CT. 2/13/2018.

Lee DJ. What does it mean to be “old”? Brookdale Chatfield. West Hartford, CT. 04/05/2018.

Lee DJ. Comprehensive lower limb loss rehabilitation. Medical Facilities of America. Richmond, VA 4/20/2018, Virginia Beach, VA 4/21/2018, Roanoke, VA 9/22/2018.

Wenzel B, Lee DJ. Usability & acceptability testing of a mobile app for self-management. Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists New Jersey. Atlantic City, NJ. 11/19/2017.

Lee DJ. Innovations in limb loss rehabilitation. State University of New York Stony Brook. Stony Brook, NY. 11/7/2017.

Lee DJ. Partners in empowerment. University of Hartford's College of Education, Nursing & Health Professions ENHP Day. West Hartford, CT. 4/26/2017.

Lee DJ. Empowering prosthesis user's self-management abilities through decision making tools. State University of New York Stony Brook. Stony Brook, NY. 12/5/2016.

O'Shea M, Lee DJ. Innovative problem-solving tools for lower limb prosthesis users. Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists New Jersey. Atlantic City, NJ. 11/11/2016.

Lee DJ. Limb loss rehabilitation. Naugatuck Valley Community College. Waterbury, CT. 2/18/2016.

Lee DJ. From decision trees to a mobile app: Proof of concept for lower limb prosthesis users. Hospital for Special Care Annual Research Symposium. New Britain, CT. 6/3/2015.

Lee DJ. Limb loss rehabilitation. Naugatuck Valley Community College. Waterbury, CT. 2/19/2015.

Media Coverage
Lee DJ. Mobile technology: Empowering prosthesis wearers to problem-solve socket fit issues. O&P News. In press.

Lee DJ. Empowering individuals with limb loss through a mobile health application. PT in Motion. 2017; 8: 20-23.

Lee, DJ. Improving clinical productivity through technological innovations. O& P Edge. 2017; 3: 69-70.

Professional References

Upon request several references can be made available.

Education

PhD in Physical Therapy - Nova Southeastern University, 2020
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) - SUNY Stony Brook 2009
BS Kinesiology- San Diego State University 2006