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PT, DPT, EdD
Stefany Shaibi, PT, DPT, EdD
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy (emeritus)
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy (emeritus)
Stefany Shaibi, PT, DPT, EdD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at Creighton University. She is a board-certified clinical geriatric and orthopedic specialist - emeritus. She teaches in the orthopedic areas of the curriculum, as well as implementation of geriatric content throughout. Dr. Shaibi is a 2023 graduate of the APTA Fellowship in Higher Education Leadership. She recently completed her Doctor of Education from Arizona State University's focusing on Leadership and Innovation. She received her entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Southern California and her bachelors degrees from Arizona State University. Her research centers around health disparities in the geriatric community, as well as educational research related to first-generation college students and junior faculty mentorship.
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Browse Course CatalogPreventing Ageism in Healthcare
Presented by Stefany Shaibi, PT, DPT, EdD
Preventing Ageism in Healthcare
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Video Runtime: 46 Minutes, Learning Assessments: 14 Minutes
Can you see yourself at 90 years of age? 100? What does that look like to you? How do you think healthcare practitioners will treat you? In an ideal world, it is with compassion, dignity, and best practices. Unfortunately, this may not be the case in healthcare today. In this course, you will learn about ageism. We will discuss what ageism is and the effects ageism has on patients. Case studies will emphasize the pervasiveness of ageism. You will also learn evidence-based approaches to prevent ageism in your healthcare setting. This course is applicable to any practitioner who interacts with older adults.
Can you see yourself at 90 years of age? 100? What does that look like to you? How do you think healthcare practitioners will treat you? In an ideal world, it is with compassion, dignity, and best practices. Unfortunately, this may not be the case in healthcare today. In this course, you will learn about ageism. We will discuss what ageism is and the effects ageism has on patients. Case studies will emphasize the pervasiveness of ageism. You will also learn evidence-based approaches to prevent ageism in your healthcare setting. This course is applicable to any practitioner who interacts with older adults.
Joint Therapy for the Older Adult
Presented by Stefany Shaibi, PT, DPT, EdD
Joint Therapy for the Older Adult
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Video Runtime: 49 Minutes, Learning Assessments: 36 Minutes
Is it safe to use manual therapy for older patients with impaired joint mobility? How effective is manual therapy for older adults? Sadly, manual therapy interventions are not used as frequently in this population, even in the absence of precautions and contraindications. At the end of this course, the learner will have a thorough understanding of impaired joint mobility of the extremities in the older adult. Not only will the learner be able to determine the appropriateness of manual therapy for elderly patients, but they will also learn about evidence-based interventions aimed at improving mobility. This course will provide a broader understanding of manual therapy.
Is it safe to use manual therapy for older patients with impaired joint mobility? How effective is manual therapy for older adults? Sadly, manual therapy interventions are not used as frequently in this population, even in the absence of precautions and contraindications. At the end of this course, the learner will have a thorough understanding of impaired joint mobility of the extremities in the older adult. Not only will the learner be able to determine the appropriateness of manual therapy for elderly patients, but they will also learn about evidence-based interventions aimed at improving mobility. This course will provide a broader understanding of manual therapy.
Aging Muscle
Presented by Stefany Shaibi, PT, DPT, EdD
Aging Muscle
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Video Runtime: 45 Minutes, Learning Assessments: 35 Minutes
Muscles undergo several physiologic changes with normal aging. There are also many older adults who suffer from sarcopenia. Unfortunately, this condition is rarely addressed as a primary impairment. This course is designed to give the learner a thorough understanding of sarcopenia, as well as other factors that can affect muscle performance during the aging process. The causes and effects of sarcopenia will be discussed, and the pathophysiology will be reviewed. Current literature will be presented regarding interventions for sarcopenia. At the end of this course, the learner will have an improved understanding of impaired muscle performance and be more effective treating older patients.
Muscles undergo several physiologic changes with normal aging. There are also many older adults who suffer from sarcopenia. Unfortunately, this condition is rarely addressed as a primary impairment. This course is designed to give the learner a thorough understanding of sarcopenia, as well as other factors that can affect muscle performance during the aging process. The causes and effects of sarcopenia will be discussed, and the pathophysiology will be reviewed. Current literature will be presented regarding interventions for sarcopenia. At the end of this course, the learner will have an improved understanding of impaired muscle performance and be more effective treating older patients.
Considerations for the Older Post-Operative Orthopedic Patient
Presented by Stefany Shaibi, PT, DPT, EdD
Considerations for the Older Post-Operative Orthopedic Patient
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Video Runtime: 43 Minutes; Learning Assessment Runtime: 25 Minutes
What effect does aging have on a patient's ability to heal from an orthopedic surgery? What are complications that can arise? Orthopedic surgeries are increasingly common in the aging population. It is important to assess for potential complications and understand the effect of aging on the prognosis. After completing this course, the learner will be more prepared to safely treat this population.
What effect does aging have on a patient's ability to heal from an orthopedic surgery? What are complications that can arise? Orthopedic surgeries are increasingly common in the aging population. It is important to assess for potential complications and understand the effect of aging on the prognosis. After completing this course, the learner will be more prepared to safely treat this population.
The Aging Spine
Presented by Stefany Shaibi, PT, DPT, EdD
The Aging Spine
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Video Runtime: 92 Minutes; Learning Assessment Runtime: 28 Minutes
What are the best evaluative techniques for spinal pain in the elderly? What are the best interventions? Spinal pain is a common problem among the elderly and it is important to understand the effect of aging on the spine. This course emphasizes evidence-based evaluation and treatment of the aging spine. After completing this course, the learner will be more prepared to safely treat this population.
What are the best evaluative techniques for spinal pain in the elderly? What are the best interventions? Spinal pain is a common problem among the elderly and it is important to understand the effect of aging on the spine. This course emphasizes evidence-based evaluation and treatment of the aging spine. After completing this course, the learner will be more prepared to safely treat this population.
Impaired Muscle Performance and Sarcopenia
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Impaired Muscle Performance and Sarcopenia
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Video Runtime: 64 Minutes; Learning Assessment Runtime: 35 Minutes
What factors impact muscle performance with aging? This course is designed to give the learner a thorough understanding of factors that can affect muscle performance during the aging process, including sarcopenia. The causes and effects of sarcopenia will be discussed, as well as a review of the current literature regarding interventions. At the end of this course, the learner will have a better understanding of impaired muscle performance and sarcopenia with regard to treating older patients.
What factors impact muscle performance with aging? This course is designed to give the learner a thorough understanding of factors that can affect muscle performance during the aging process, including sarcopenia. The causes and effects of sarcopenia will be discussed, as well as a review of the current literature regarding interventions. At the end of this course, the learner will have a better understanding of impaired muscle performance and sarcopenia with regard to treating older patients.
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