Biography
Ally Bove is a practicing physical therapist who focuses on musculoskeletal populations. On campus, she is also involved in the University Senate’s Equity, Inclusion and Anti-Discrimination Advocacy committee and is a current trainee in the Mothers Leading Science program. Bove is currently funded by a K23 award from the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities, studying sociodemographic disparities in rehabilitation use and outcomes after knee replacement surgery.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Biology, Duquesne University
- Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, Duquesne University
- Doctor of Physical Therapy, Columbia University
- Doctor of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Science, University of Pittsburgh
Awards
- Rose Award for Excellence in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Research, 2019
Research Interests
- Race, gender, geographic and socioeconomic disparities related to knee and hip osteoarthritis, total joint replacement and low back pain
- Cost-effectiveness of physical therapy for musculoskeletal disorders
- Using telehealth and digital interventions to improve access to care and equity in outcomes for patients with musculoskeletal conditions seeking rehabilitation care
- Qualitative research related to musculoskeletal conditions
Publications
Professional Organization Appointments
- American Physical Therapy Association
- Association of Rheumatology Professionals
- Osteoarthritis Research Society International
