Yocheved Bensinger-Brody PT, PhD, PCS is an assistant professor at Touro College’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program in Manhattan, where she is responsible for teaching the pediatrics curriculum. Yocheved is a board certified pediatric physical therapist, who has worked in large pediatric centers and in early intervention, and continues to treat pediatric patients in a private practice. She has specific expertise in working with individuals diagnosed with neurodevelopmental and neuromuscular disorders, as well as in evaluating neonates and infants.

Education

• BS, Physical Therapy, Florida International University,
• MA, Movement Sciences, Teachers College at Columbia University
• PhD, Psychology, Graduate Center at CUNY

Research

Early predictors of neurodevelopmental disorders, the relationship between attentional processes and cognitive and motor behaviors and integration of simulation in PT education.   

Memberships and Affiliations

• Member American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
• Member New York Physical Therapy Association
• Member New Jersey Physical Therapy Association
• Section Membership: Pediatrics, Education

Teaching Responsibilities

• DPT 401 Lifespan I
• DPT 653 Neuromuscular System Evaluation and Management II
• DPT 663 Integrative Case-based Recitation III: Complex Patient