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Sharon A. Martino, PT, MS, PhD
Clinical Associate Professor
Stony Brook University

Sharon A. Martino, PT, MS, PhD

Clinical Associate Professor
Stony Brook University

 

BIO

Sharon Martino, PT, MS, PhD is a Clinical Associate Professor for the Physical Therapy program at Stony Brook University,
Stony Brook, New York. Dr. Martino completed her Bachelors in Physical Therapy from Hunter College in 1991 followed by a
Masters in Health Care Policy and Management from Stony Brook University in 1998 and a PhD in Physical Therapy from Nova
Southeastern University in 2010. Dr. Martino has clinical expertise in childhood and family obesity and is the Associate Director
of a cardiovascular risk prevention program called Fit Kids for Life. Fit Kids for Life is a family centered, interdisciplinary
program, delivered by a pediatric cardiologist, physical therapists, registered dieticians and psychologists, providing a 10 week
structured nutritional education, behavioral modification, stress reduction and exercise program for children and families who are
at risk for cardiovascular disease. Dr. Martino studies several aspects of this population including vascular health, body
composition, strength and cardiovascular endurance. She is also interested in the roles that parents and families play in health and
wellness models.