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Thomas, Bronwen
Contact Information

Phone: (905) 525-9140 ext: 27814
Fax: (905) 524-0069
Office: Rm. 428, IAHS
Email: bthomas@mcmaster.ca
Curriculum Vitae: Download

Profile

Bronwen joined the School of Rehabilitation Science in 2007 as an Assistant Professor in the Physiotherapy (PT) Program. Within the PT Program, her primary role is as the Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education (ACCE). Her responsibilities as ACCE include the development, coordination, and implementation of student placements for the clinical education component of the curriculum.

Bronwen graduated from in 1994 with a BSc (PT) and in 2006 with an MSc degree, both from The University of Western Ontario. Clinically, she worked as a physiotherapist for many years primarily with older adults in various clinical areas including acute care, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs, and community care. Her clinical experience also includes working with clients that have been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

Within the PT Program, Bronwen is involved in teaching students in both the academic and clinical education courses. Her research interests include the effects of aging on physical function and rehabilitation of older adults.

Research Specialty

Bronwen’s research interests include the effects of aging on physical function and rehabilitation of older adults.

Fun Fact

Bronwen enjoys spending time with family and friends. 

Courses Taught

MSc PT, McMaster University

2010-2011
Unit 5: Community Health/Community Practice: Problem-Based Tutoring, Tutor
Unit 2: Fundamentals of Musculoskeletal Health: Communication Lab, Facilitator
Unit 1: Fundamentals of PT Practice: Communication Lab, Facilitator
Unit 6: Switching Gears – From Student to Clinical Preceptor, Presentation for PrT with OT PPC

2009-2010
Unit 5: Community Health/Community Practice: Problem-Based Tutoring, Tutor
Unit 2: Fundamentals of Musculoskeletal Health: Communication Lab, Facilitator
Unit 6: Switching Gears – From Student to Clinical Preceptor, Presentation for PrT with OT PPC

2008-2009
Unit 5: Community Health/Community Practice: Problem-Based Tutoring, Tutor
Unit 6: Switching Gears – From Student to Clinical Preceptor, Presentation for PrT with OT PPC
Unit 1: Fundamentals of PT Practice: Problem-Based Tutoring, Tutor

Recent Research

Project Title: Examining the Reliability,Validity, Feasibility and Acceptability of a Canadian Tool Used to Self Assess Professional Behaviors among Student Physiotherapists,
Investigators: Thomas B, Miller P and Gallagher S
Funding Agency: SRS Educational Research Fund
Amount: $2779.40
Funding Period: 2010

Project Title: Examining the Feasibility and Acceptability of a Tool Used to Self Assess Attributes of Professionalism
Investigators: Thomas B, Gallagher S and Miller P.
Funding Agency: Centre for Leadership and Learning
Amount: $1,000.00

 

Recent Publications

Journal Articles
Connelly DM, Thomas BK, Cliffe SJ, Perry WM, Smith RE. Physiotherapy Canada. Clinical utility of the two-minute walk test for older adults living in long-term care. Physiotherapy Canada. 61(2): 78-87. 2009.

Thomas B, Connelly, D, Laliberte-Rudman, D. The impact and use of walkers among older adults: a pilot. P & OT in Geriatrics. 2008; 27(1): 36- 72.