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University of Florida

Dr. Dunleavy is an Orthopedic Physical Therapist, Clinical Professor, and Director of Community Engagement in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Florida. Dr. Dunleavy has led a team investigating the effectiveness and implementation of self-management strategies for low back pain in nursery and landscape workers for the past 4 years funded by the Southeastern Coastal Center for Agricultural Health and Safety. She previously conducted a similar study to identify modifiable work and movement solutions for seafood workers with chronic low back pain. She has been involved at the national and local levels in initiatives to address awareness and responses to the opioid crisis by promoting alternative options for pain management and prevention initiatives using Physical Therapy and ergonomic strategies. She enjoys recreational gardening and has a family background from the nursery industry.