Alyson Cavanaugh

Dr. Alyson Cavanaugh is a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), PhD-trained epidemiologist, and board-certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist, with a distinguished career spanning clinical practice, public health, research, and academic leadership. She currently serves as Core Faculty in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Hawaii Pacific University, where she prepares future clinicians to practice at the top of their license through evidence-based, patient-centered care. Dr. Cavanaugh brings a unique perspective shaped by advanced training in both rehabilitation and public health. She earned her PhD in Epidemiology from San Diego State University/University of California San Diego and her MPH from Johns Hopkins University, in addition to her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Miami. Her work sits at the intersection of clinical practice, population health, and health systems innovation. Prior to her academic role, she served as a Physical Therapist and Health S