Krista Eskay
About Krista Eskay
Krista Eskay is a physical therapist with expertise in genomics and bioinformatics, focusing on health wellness and prevention. She has a background in cultural anthropology and extensive experience in pediatric physical therapy, particularly in chronic pain management.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Krista Eskay has been employed at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh since 2017. In her role as a Physical Therapist, she specializes in pediatric physical therapy, focusing on chronic pain management and pain neuroscience education. Her work involves assessing and treating children with various physical challenges, utilizing evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes.
Education and Expertise
Krista Eskay has a diverse educational background. She studied at Furman University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Biology from 2004 to 2008. She then pursued a Doctor of Physical Therapy at Shenandoah University from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, she studied Cultural Anthropology at Bond University, where she achieved International Policy in 2007. Her expertise includes genomics and bioinformatics, particularly in health wellness and prevention.
Background in Clinical Research
Before her current role, Krista Eskay worked as a Clinical Research Project Manager at the University of Pittsburgh from 2008 to 2013. In this position, she contributed to research initiatives, particularly focusing on HIV drug resistance and DNA/RNA sequencing. Her experience in clinical research has informed her practice in physical therapy and her understanding of health-related issues.
Research Contributions
Krista Eskay has been involved in significant research related to HIV drug resistance and DNA/RNA sequencing. Her work in this area has included genotypic and phenotypic analysis, contributing to advancements in women's health. This research experience enhances her clinical practice and informs her approach to patient care.