Our History is Rich. Listen & Learn How We Got Started!
What makes ACEWM special?
The Academy of Clinical Electrophysiology and Wound Management was built by visionary pioneers who advanced and protected our profession. Among them, Dr. Robert Kellogg, Dr. Luther Kloth, Dr. Charlene Mae Nelson, Dr. Roger Nelson, Dr. David Nestor, Dr.Rodney Schlegel, and Dr. Lynda D. Woodruff exemplified dedication, innovation, and excellence. Their leadership and mentorship shaped standards of practice and inspired generations of clinicians and educators. Through their advocacy, they established the foundation for board certification and the recognition of these specialties. Their tireless efforts elevated the role of physical therapists in patient care and professional growth. The courage and foresight of these founders continue to guide our evolving specialties. ACEWM honors their enduring legacy and the profound impact they made on the profession. Their work reminds us that progress stems from collaboration, vision, and commitment. Today, we continue to build upon their foundation with the same dedication to excellence and innovation. Their influence lives on in every clinician, educator, and patient touched by their pioneering spirit.
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The following are recorded interviews with content leaders who were instrumental in initiating and developing the Academy of Clinical Electrophysiology and Wound Management.
Interview with David Nestor
Interview with Dr. Robert Kellogg
Interview with Dr. Luther Kloth
Interview with Dr. Roger Nelson
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Charlene "Billie" Mae Nelson Endowment Fund
Billie is part of the proud legacy of ACEWM. A founding member and the first woman to earn the Electrophysiology Clinical Specialist certification, she helped shape the standards that define our field. As an associate professor emerita at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, she exemplified excellence in education, innovation, and patient care.
An endowment fund was established in Billie's honor at her passing. The Charlene Mae Nelson Endowment Fund provides scholarships to those next generation of physical therapist researchers interested in demonstrating the relevance of electrophysiology and wound mound management in physical therapy.
Learn more about the Charlene Mae Nelson scholarship