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University of Connecticut Neag School of Education Department of Kinesiology


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Cristina Colon-Semenza

  • Clinical Instructor
  • Staff Therapist
Cristina Colon-Semenza received her undergraduate degree from Rutgers College in 1996, where she focused her studies in exercise science and spanish.  She went on to receive her Masters in Physical Therapy at the University of Delaware.  Cristina has experience working in acute rehabilitation, acute care hospitals, long-term care and outpatient environments.  She currently enjoys working with a diverse caseload at the Nayden clinic.  She is a Neurologic Clinical Specialist certified through the American Physical Therapy Association. She lectures on cultural competence in the healthcare setting.  Her community involvement includes serving on the Mansfield Advisory Committee on the Needs of Persons with Disabilities.  Her professional involvement includes membership in the American Physical Therapy Association, Neurological section of the APTA and the Connecticut Physical Therapy Association.
  • Contact Information:
  • Office:
    • Location: Nayden Clinic
  • Mailing Address:
    • Nayden Rehabilitation Clinic
    • 843 Bolton Rd., U1249
    • Storrs, CT 06269-1249
  • Areas of Expertise:
    • Neurological Physical Therapy
  • Educational Background:
    • MPT, University of Delaware, 1998
    • BS, Rutgers College, 1996