William “Jody” Wilkinson, MD

Chair and Professor, Department of Kinesiology

Phone: (626) 815-6000, Ext. 5457

Fax: (626) 815-5084

Email: wwilkinson@apu.edu

Office Location: Mary Hill Center, Room 112

William “Jody” Wilkinson, MD, MS, brings a wealth of experience to Azusa Pacific University’s Department of Kinesiology. Since joining the faculty in 2015, he has leveraged his expertise in exercise physiology, clinical practice, and innovative teaching technology to enrich the department’s curriculum and students. Wilkinson is the chair of the Department of Kinesiology and is a member of APU’s General Education Redesign Team.
Prior to joining APU, Wilkinson held leadership positions at the Cooper Institute in Dallas, Texas, serving as the medical director for research and director of the Center for Weight Management. He began his teaching career in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.
As a scholar, Wilkinson has authored two books, contributed to textbooks, and published peer-reviewed research on exercise and weight management. His research interests include exercise physiology, obesity, and health behavior change.
Committed to service, he actively volunteers with Back on My Feet, a national organization that combats homelessness through running. In his personal life, he enjoys the outdoors and endurance activities such as cycling, trail running, and hiking. He is married and has four adult children.

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, 1994
• MS in Exercise Physiology, University of North Texas, 1988
• Bachelor of General Studies, West Texas State University, 1984

Credentials/Certifications

• Associate Certified Coach (ACC), International Coaching Federation
• Certified Life Coach, Institute for Life Coach Training
• Certified Positive Psychology and Well-Being Coach, College of Executive Coaching
• Health and Fitness Instructor, American College of Sports Medicine
• Health and Wellness Coach, Wellcoaches Corporation
• National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching

Academic Area

• School of Health Sciences

Expertise

• Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
• Exercise Physiology
• Obesity
• Public Health
• Preventive Medicine

Courses Taught

• KIN 363 – Physiology of Exercise
• KIN 473 – Fitness and Exercise Prescription
• KIN 478 – Senior Preparation in Kinesiology
• GE 100 – First-Year Seminar