Associate Professor
Gannon University
Gannon University
Donna L. Skelly, PT, PhD is an Associate Professor in the Morosky College of Health Professions and Sciences at Gannon University in Erie, Pennsylvania. She earned her bachelor’s degree in physical therapy and Masters in orthopaedic physical therapy from the University of Pittsburgh, and a PhD in physical therapy from Nova Southeastern University. She has taught anatomy, biomechanics, and musculoskeletal examination and treatment in the entry-level physical therapy program for over 20 years. She has 38 years of clinical experience in orthopaedic physical therapy continuing practice in a limited capacity in addition to teaching. She is a member of the APTA, the Orthopaedic and Education Academies, AAOMPT and the American Association for Anatomy. Research interests include anatomic findings, application of clinical practice guidelines, orthopaedic physical therapy management and ergonomics.
