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Katherine Baker

Energizer · DISC type I
Associate Professor at Northumbria University
📍 Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

Katherine Baker is the Head of Subject for Physiotherapy at Northumbria University. She specializes in neuro-rehabilitation, particularly for Parkinsons disease, and managing long-term conditions. A graduate of Teesside University, she uses her extensive clinical background to lead research and education focused on promoting physical activity to improve patient well-being and function.

Her research uses mixed methods to explore the lived experiences of individuals with long-term conditions, aiming to improve mobility and quality of life.

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Experience
9 Years
Current Role
Associate Professor
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Katherine shows up

Imaginative
Big Picture Person
Believer

They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt. Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions. They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships.

Priorities

Topics Katherine cares about

Parkinson's Rehabilitation
Her core research interest involves exploring the lived experience of Parkinson's and developing movement and activity strategies for patients, including completing her PhD on this topic.
Long-Term Conditions
A primary focus of her work is supporting people living with long-term conditions through physical activity and exercise to improve their overall well-being and function.
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Career

Work history

9-2022
Associate Professor
Northumbria University
3-2020
Head of Subject - Physiotherapy
Northumbria University
8-2016 - 3-2020
Senior Lecturer
Northumbria University
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Education
2005 - 2009
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Northumbria University
1996 - 1999
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
Teesside University
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

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