- Bachelor’s in Kinesiology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Winston-Salem State University
- University Department Physical Therapy
- Location Congdon Hall 4142
- Phone Number (336) 841-9723
- Email [email protected]
Dr. Cory Alcon is Assistant Professor and Director of Assessment and Outcomes in the Department of Physical Therapy at HPU. He is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with specific expertise in managing chronic neuromusculoskeletal pain conditions. Dr. Alcon holds a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Winston-Salem State University, and PhD from Texas Woman’s University in Dallas, TX with a concentration in pain neuromodulation. His research agenda focuses on harnessing the power of neuroplasticity to better manage the cognitive and affective dimensions of the pain experience. This includes the use of non-invasive brain stimulation techniques to prime specific brain regions prior to participation in cognitive behavioral therapy. At High Point he serves as course director for the Musculoskeletal Practice and Pain Science course series. In his role as Director of Assessment and Outcomes, he works to progress student outcomes through predictive analysis of student performance outcomes and student preparation for the National Physical Therapy Examination. His passion for teaching is founded on the desire to assist students in becoming complete clinicians that are psychologically informed, movement focused, and manually skilled.