Carol Maritz, EdD, PT, GCS
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Carol A. Maritz, EdD, PT, GCS
BA (Glassboro); MS (St. Joseph's)
Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
Email: c.maritz@usp.edu
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Faculty Appointment
Clinical / Administrative Appointments
- Faculty Liaison and Clinical Supervisor of Mercy Pro Bono Clinic
Teaching Responsibilities
- Pathophysiology
- Geriatrics
- Documentation and communication
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Life Span
Education
EdD Higher Education, Nova Southeastern University, FL
MS Gerontology, Saint Joseph's University, PA
Certificate in Physical Therapy, Hahnemann University, PA
BS Biology, Glassboro State College, NJ
Research / Clinical Interests
- Wellness and Health Promotion Programming for Underserved Communities
- Effects of Exercise on Elderly African American Women
- Student Learning Outcomes Associated with Experiential Learning Opportunities
Professional Information
- Member APTA, Member of Geriatric and Education Sections
- Member, Board of Directors for ElderNet of Lower Merion and Narberth
Professional Publications
Maritz CA, Zappin R. Creation of a model to promote the development of professional behaviors in students. J Student-centered Learning. 2007; in press.
Johnson MP, Martiz CA, Lefever G. The Mercy Circle of Care: An interdisciplinary, multi-institutional collaboration to promote community health and professional education. J of Physical Therapy Education. In press.
Cafiero A, Maritz C. Impact of exercise on age-related changes and pathological manifestations sssociated with aging. J Pharm Pract. 2003; 16, 1:5-14.
Maritz CA, Kohler K. Using education as an intervention for the community-dwelling frail elderly to minimize the complications of diabetes mellitus. J Geriatr Phys Ther. 2001; 24:24. (Abstract)
Maritz CA, Ohles J. Evaluating the effectiveness of integrating electronic technology and distance learning into physical therapy education. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 1997;78:905-906. (Abstract)
Ohles J, Maritz C. Integrating core computer competencies into a traditional curriculum: A collaborative approach. Medical Reference Services Quarterly. Fall 1998; 17:3.
Peer-Reviewed Presentations: (Most Recent)
Zappin R, Maritz CA. Behavioral Modeling by Faculty Leads to Increased Student Achievement. Workshop - Teaching Professors Conference. 2006; Nashville, TN.
Zappin R, Maritz CA. Promoting Professional Behavior and Self Directed Learning through Student Developed Wellness Presentations. Poster Presentation - American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. February 2005; New Orleans, LA.
Maritz CA, Johnson, MP. Developing a Multi-Disciplinary Model of Care: The Role of the Physical Therapist in Changing the Healthcare Paradigm. Poster Presentation - American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. February 2005; New Orleans, LA.
Maritz CA, Kohler, K. Monitoring Functional Status Of The Community-Dwelling Frail Elderly Using The Functional Independence Measure. Poster Presentation - American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. February 2003; Tampa, FL.
Maritz CA, Kohler K. Using Education as an Intervention for the Community-Dwelling Frail Elderly to Minimize the Complications of Diabetes Mellitus. Poster Presentation - American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. February 2002; Boston, MA.
Maritz CA. Developing a Faculty Mentor Process: Describing a Model from the Mentor’s Perspective. Poster Presentation - American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. February 2001; San Antonio, TX.
Johnson MP, Maritz CA. Competency Testing: A Model for Assessment. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. February 2000; New Orleans, LA.
Maritz CA. A Model of Faculty Peer Review: Enhancing A Program’s Curriculum. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. February 2000; New Orleans, LA.
Certification:
- Board Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist
Other Interests: