Nicki Dawson Loughran

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Nicki Dawson Loughran

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Nicki Dawson Loughran, PT, PhD is an associate professor in the Division of Physical Therapy of the College of Health Professions and Sciences at the University of Central Florida and Director of the ALIVE (Aging & Longevity Initiatives for Vitality & Enrichment) Lab at UCF. Dr. Dawson Loughran is a Board Certified Geriatric Physical Therapist Emeritus with over 20 years of clinical experience along with a PhD in adult development & aging psychology from Cleveland State University. She has been recognized for excellence in her field by the Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy through receipt of the Distinguished Educator Award, the American Physical Therapy Association being awarded the Margaret L. Moore Outstanding New Academic Faculty Award, and the University of Central Florida with the Teaching Incentive Program Award. Her current area of research includes developing non-pharmacological interventions to improve functional and psychosocial outcomes in older adults with chronic disease including those with dementia. Her research also includes gaining a better understanding of the disability experience as well as training and development of the eldercare workforce. Dr. Dawson Loughran has been published in peer-reviewed journals including The Gerontologist, Dementia, and the Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy. Her consulting company, Golden Age Consultants, aims to facilitate the successful aging of older adults. She trains allied health professionals through continuing education and has presented at numerous international and national conferences about aging and geriatric rehabilitation.

Upcoming In-Person Courses

500+

In-Person Courses Annually

4.7 (6561 Ratings)

Evidence-Based Management of Falls and Balance Disorders: Assessment, Evaluation, and Treatment to Prevent Falls and Promote Recovery

Evidence-Based Management of Falls and Balance Disorders: Assessmen...

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Indianapolis, IN

04-18-2026 |
8:00 AM- 3:30 PM Eastern

4.9 (638 Ratings)

Evidence-Based Exercise Prescription for Geriatric Rehabilitation

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Indianapolis, IN

04-19-2026 |
8:00 AM- 11:15 AM Eastern

4.9 (418 Ratings)

Dementia Management for Rehabilitation Professionals

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Indianapolis, IN

04-19-2026 |
12:30 PM- 3:45 PM Eastern

On-Demand Video Courses

600+

On-Demand Video/Text Courses

4.7 (6561 Ratings)

Evidence-Based Management of Falls and Balance Disorders: Assessment, Evaluation, and Treatment to Prevent Falls and Promote Recovery

Evidence-Based Management of Falls and Balance Disorders: Assessmen...

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

4.6 (6569 Ratings)

Exercise in Geriatric Rehabilitation

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

4.6 (1103 Ratings)

The Psychology of Geriatric Rehabilitation: Motivation & Adherence in Older Adult Patients

The Psychology of Geriatric Rehabilitation: Motivation & Adherence ...

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

4.6 (3549 Ratings)

Best Practice in Managing Patients with Dementia

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

4.7 (2893 Ratings)

Functional Assessment Tools in Geriatric Rehabilitation

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

4.6 (2950 Ratings)

Comprehensive Management of Falls in Older Adults

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

Podcast Episodes

Monthly

CE Podcast Episodes

4.6 (910 Ratings)

Evidence-Based Rehabilitation in Dementia Care: Using Strengths to Facilitate Optimal Outcomes

Evidence-Based Rehabilitation in Dementia Care: Using Strengths to ...

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

4.6 (245 Ratings)

Deep-Dive into Effective Dementia Care: Treatment Strategies That Improve Communication and Enhance Participation

Deep-Dive into Effective Dementia Care: Treatment Strategies That I...

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

4.6 (1055 Ratings)

Helping Patients Stay on Their Feet: Comprehensive Falls Management in Geriatric Rehabilitation

Helping Patients Stay on Their Feet: Comprehensive Falls Management...

Nicki Dawson Loughran PT, PhD

Available 24/7

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