Melonie Rathod
Assistant Professor
Melonie Rathod
Assistant Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
College of Allied Health Sciences
Department of Physical Therapy
Bio
Dr. Melonie Rathod, PT, DPT, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at Augusta University with expertise in neurological rehabilitation, clinical education, and community-engaged care.
- MRATHOD@augusta.edu
- (706) 729-2058
- EC 1320
Education
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DPT, Physical Therapy/Therapist Augusta University, 2012
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BSFCS, Nutrition Sciences University of Georgia, 2008
Certifications
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C/NDT NDTA , 2014
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PTL Board of Physical Therapy, 2012
Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year
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PTHP 8110
Case Application III
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PTHP 8010
Motor Control
Teaching Interests
Dr. Rathod’s teaching and clinical interests include neurological rehabilitation, clinical reasoning, and community-engaged practice. She is actively involved in student clinical education and serves as Director of the Augusta University–affiliated pro bono physical therapy clinic at Christ Community Health Services, where she mentors students while providing care to underserved populations.
Department Service
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Christ Community Pro-Bono PT Clinic 2025 - Present
Role: Other
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Augusta University–Affiliated Pro Bono Physical Therapy Clinic 2025 - Present
Role: Other