Physical Therapy Faculty
Steven G. Lesh PhD, MPA, PT, SCS, ATC
Chair, Department of Physical Therapy
Graduate Physical Therapy Research Coordinator
Associate Professor
Office: Wheeler 136
Phone: (417) 328-1672
Email | Website
Current Research Projects:
Dr. Lesh has written two textbooks, many scholarly articles, and has presented regionally, nationally and internationally on topics including the effects of educational technology on the learner, online assessment, leadership, strategic planning, and e-marketing. His most recent project is currently under press as a chapter in an upcoming book on Fitness and Wellness: Lesh SG. Marketing. Marketing Strategy for Health Promotion. Found in Thompson, C. (Ed.) A Physical Therapist’s Guide for Health, Fitness and Wellness. Slack.
Recent Scholarly Publications and Presentations:
- Lesh, S. G., Copeland, S., Johnson, L., Frequency and Severity of Injuries for Collegiate Female Basketball Players Taking Oral Contraceptives: A Multi-Team 1-Year Prospective Study. PT 2005: American Physical Therapy Association; Boston, MA, June 11, 2005.
- Lesh, S. G., Innovative technological communication trends in allied health: Instant messaging now appearing on the radar screen. 2004 ASAHP Annual Conference “Opportunities for Collaboration” Platform Presentation. Tampa, FL, October 21, 2004.
- Dowler, R., McGrew, T., Lesh, S. G. (2004). Case Report: Rehabilitation Outcomes in a Patient Following Implant of a UniSpacer® for Chronic Knee Pain. Orthopaedic Practice 16(2), 15-17.
Why do you enjoy teaching at SBU?
" I particularly enjoy to the small classroom experience and the interaction with dedicated Christian learners."
Faith Dedications: Luke 2: 1-28
Educational and Professional Background:
Lesh earned a BHS in Physical Therapy from the University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri. He completed his
Post Graduate work in Athletic Training at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas. Lesh also holds a
Masters of Public Administration from Arkansas State University in Jonesboro, Arkansas; an
Educational Certificate in Distance Learning from Capella University in Minneapolis, Minnesota; and finally a
PhD in Business at Capella University, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Dr. Lesh's professional Background includes being a licensed Physical Therapist, a Certified Athletic Trainer, A Board Certified Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialites, and a Member of the United States Olympic Committee Volunteer Sports Medicine Team.