Head-to-Toe Rehabilitation Through a Pelvic Floor First Framework

Nicole L. Dugan, PT, DPT, MSOD, CLT - graduated from Temple University's Master's and Doctor of Physical Therapy program in 1997 and 2003, respectively. She is a Board-certified Pelvic & Women’s Clinical Specialist and is a certified lymphedema specialist. She is a program leader for the pelvic health program at Jefferson Moss-Magee in Philadelphia, PA. Her clinical practice serves all gender patients with pelvic-related dysfunctions from adolescent to geriatric. She has been an interventionalist in multiple NIH-funded research studies focused on implementing physical therapy rehabilitation interventions for pelvic health and lymphedema populations. She co-authored a number of research articles and a book chapter on managing lower urinary tract symptoms. Dr. Dugan is an invited speaker for multidisciplinary local and international conferences, is adjunct faculty in Thomas Jefferson University's Doctor of Physical Therapy, Medical Doctor, and Nursing programs, and is a primary instructor for the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute. Her professional service includes co-founding the Philadelphia Regional Pelvic Therapy Alliance, mentoring pelvic therapists in Jackson Clinics/ Kenya Medical Training College, and providing PT services for the Medicine in Action urogynecology mission in Jamaica.

Trish Crane, PT, DPT, MBA, DSc (She/Her) is an assistant professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Crane maintains clinical practice at Jefferson-Moss-Magee Rehabilitation, treating individuals with pelvic floor dysfunction and orthopedic conditions. Trish is board-certified in orthopedics through the APTA, a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy, and she is a certified lymphedema therapist. Her scholarly contributions include multiple peer-reviewed publications, a book chapter, and regional and national presentations. Her research spans topics such as pelvic floor dysfunction, low back pain, lymphedema, and opioid use following orthopedic surgery. She is also an associate editor for the Journal of Women’s & Pelvic Health Physical Therapy. With a deep commitment to advancing evidence-based practice and interdisciplinary collaboration, Dr. Crane has led and participated in numerous continuing education courses. Her clinical expertise, combined with a passion for teaching and research, continues to shape the next generation of physical therapists and elevate standards of care across the profession.

Sara Schmuckler, MS, CCC/SLP - Sara is a graduate of Towson University's Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology in 2015, and a certificate in Communication Disorders & Science from West Chester in 2013. She is a passionate and dedicated speech and language pathologist who helps people find their voice and reconnect with their world in whatever way works best for them. With strong skills in voice therapy, communication coaching, and creative problem-solving, Sara brings experience working with diverse clients. Her clinical focus includes voice disorders, gender voice dysphoria, Parkinson’s related vocal changes, post-stroke speech, cognition and swallowing disorders. She, herself, is a speaker, singer, performer, and daily voice user. Sara Schmuckler is the founder and owner of On Your Voice LLC (OYV).