HEATHER HAYES

Adjunct Associate Professor

Physical Therapy & Athletic Training

  • Adjunct Associate Professor
    Physical Therapy & Athletic Training
  • Adjunct Associate Professor
    Neurology

BIO

Heather Hayes, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and is an Associate Professor within the Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training. 

Dr. Hayes is a board certified clinical specialist in neurologic physical therapy. She currently specializes in the treatment of and research of individuals with neurological disorders. Dr. Hayes’ research has focused on improving function and quality of life in individuals with neurologic disabilities. She has worked with individuals with Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, and Parkinsonism in novel research and clinical designs focusing on improving strength, function, and quality of life.

INSTITUTIONAL APPOINTMENTS

  • Adjunct Associate Professor
    Physical Therapy & Athletic Training1 Jul 2026 - present
  • Adjunct Associate Professor
    Neurology16 Aug 2026 - present

ACADEMIC POSITIONS

  • Assistant Professor (Clinical)
    University of Utah, Physical Therapy & Athletic Training1 Jul 2005 - 30 Jun 2016
  • Assistant Professor (Clinical)
    University of Utah, Physical Therapy & Athletic Training1 Jul 2016 - 30 Jun 2022

DEGREES

  • PhD, Exercise and Sports Science
    University of Utah2014

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Neurologic Clinical Specialist
    American Physical Therapy Association20 May 2004 - present

LANGUAGES

  • English

FIELDS OF RESEARCH