Dr. Hayes is an Assistant Professor at the University of Utah, Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training. She received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2004 from Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ. She received her PhD in Exercise and Sports Science with an emphasis on motor learning in 2014 from the University of Utah. She is a Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist (CSRS). She is the Chair of the Stroke Special Interest group in the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy (ANPT). She is passionate about the care that stroke survivors receive and seeks to provide opportunities beyond traditional rehabilitation. She has created wellness programs and a 2-week intensive “camp” program for stroke surivovrs in Utah. Her current research is focused on discharge placement after an acute stroke and long-term functional ability.