Hazel Anderson, PT, DPT, ScD, MDT

Dr. Hazel Anderson joined the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in 2017 and serves as a core faculty member in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at the Austin, Texas campus. She has taught a variety of courses, including Patient Care Management I, Biomechanics, Applied Anatomy, Evidence-Informed Practice, and Wellness & Health Promotion. 

Originally from Zimbabwe, Dr. Anderson earned her physiotherapy degree in Scotland before relocating to the U.S. in 2008. Her clinical background includes over a decade of experience in acute care and outpatient orthopedics, with advanced training and a strong passion for women’s health—across the lifespan, from pre-pregnancy and postpartum through menopause. 

Dr. Anderson completed her Doctor of Science in Rehabilitation Science with research focused on integrating lifestyle medicine into healthcare education. Her professional interests include behavioral change science, prevention-focused care, and empowering physical therapists to promote long-term wellness—particularly for women—through movement, sleep health, nutrition, stress management, and social connection. She is actively engaged in interprofessional education and professional service through the Texas Physical Therapy Association and the National Academies of Practice.