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Sharon Martino, PT, Ph.D. |
Sharon Martino received her Baccalaureate degree in Physical Therapy from Hunter College in 1991. She went on to receive her Master of Science degree in Health Care Policy and Management with an emphasis on Education from Stony Brook University in 1998. She completed her Doctor of Philosophy degree in Physical Therapy from Nova Southeastern University, Florida, in 2010, where she studied the experimental effects of a multi-disciplinary nutritional and exercise program on cardiometabolic factors, fitness levels, body composition and the quality of life of overweight and obese children. Dr. Martino’s current research interests revolve around the multi-system disorders that are associated with child and adult obesity including vascular health (as measured by ultrasound), fitness, balance, and assessment of dietary intake and exercise using smart sensors / technology. Dr. Martino co-directs the Fit Families for Life program which is a wellness program designed for children who are at risk for cardiovascular disease, including those with hypertension, elevated cholesterol and in or above the 85th% for Body Mass Index (overweight or obese), and their parents/guardians. Multidisciplinary in nature, this ten week program is administered by a Pediatric Cardiologist, and Physical Therapist, and employs Registered Dietitians, Dietary interns, Occupational Therapists, and student volunteers. To date the program has been offered to over 900 children (ages 8 – 17) from both Suffolk and Nassau Counties. Dr. Martino is a Clinical Associate Professor in the School of Health Technology and Management at Stony Brook University and teaches for the entry level and the post professional Physical Therapy Programs as well as for the Rehabilitation and Movement Sciences Doctoral Program. Dr. Martino is excited to work closely with her mentee, Shabana Humayon, on the “Fit for Life” program.
