Kayla Black, PT, DPT, EdD, Physiatrist (Physical Medicine)
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Kayla Black, PT, DPT, EdD

Physiatrist (Physical Medicine) | Cardiopulmonary

350 W Thomas Rd Phoenix AZ, 85013
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About

Dr. Kayla Black is a physical therapist who practices at St. Joseph's Hospital & Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ. She is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy and has treated patients in acute and critical care settings throughout her clinical career.  

Dr. Black is the DPT Director of Student Affairs and Assistant Professor at Hawaii Pacific University in the hybrid Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. She completed the Faculty Development Residency and the Teaching for Equity Fellowship at Duke University in 2019. Dr. Black has served as a presenter at state, national, and international conferences on topics related to education, acute care, and cardiopulmonary physical therapy practice. She currently serves the profession of physical therapy as the Chair of the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Specialty Council, Delegate for Arizona in the APTA House of Delegates, and the State Government Affairs Chair for APTA Arizona.

Education and Training

Arizona State University BS, Kinesiology 2010

Duke University Doctor of Physical Therapy 2014

Arizona State University EdD, Leadership & Innovation 2023

Board Certification

Cardiovascular and Pulmonary (Physical Therapy Specialties)

Provider Details

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Faculty Titles & Positions

  • DPT Director of Student Affairs Hawaii Pacific University 2021 - Present
  • Assistant Professor Hawaii Pacific University 2021 - Present

Professional Memberships

  • American Physical Therapy Association  

Fellowships

  • Teaching for Equity Fellowship, Duke University 2018-2019

Teaching and speaking

  • Core Faculty Member in the Hawaii Pacific University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Kayla Black, PT, DPT, EdD's Practice location

St. Josephs Hospital & Medical Center

350 W Thomas Rd -
Phoenix, AZ 85013
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Hawaii Pacific University

500 Ala Moana Blvd 6-500 -
Honolulu, HI 96813
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