Announcement
Dr. Marilyn MacKay-Lyons Named Scientific Co-Editor of Physiotherapy Canada
CPA is pleased to announce that Dr. Marilyn MacKay-Lyons, a long-standing associate editor of Physiotherapy Canada, has joined Dr. Dina Brooks as scientific co-editor of the journal.
Feb 15, 2022
In that capacity, Dr. MacKay-Lyons will spearhead initiatives such as re-engaging the International Advisory Board, reviewing key journal metrics, and revisiting the MEDLINE application. Dr. Brooks will continue to focus on managing submissions, engaging reviewers, and facilitating editorials and commentaries.
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Dr. Marilyn MacKay-Lyons, PT, PhD
Dr. MacKay-Lyons received her BScPT from University of Toronto, MScPT from University of Southern California, and PhD (Physiology) from Dalhousie University. She is a Post-Retirement Adjunct Professor in the Dalhousie University School of Physiotherapy, an Affiliated Scientist with the Nova Scotia Health, and a cross-appointee with the Dalhousie University Department of Medicine. Marilyn has extensive clinical and research experience in neuro-rehabilitation, with a particular focus on exploring strategies to optimize recovery after stroke. She has received several awards in recognition of her contributions to neuro-rehabilitation research and outreach over the years. For the past two decades Marilyn has been involved in the on-going development of Physiotherapy Canada and is thrilled to team up with Dr. Dina Brooks as co-editor.