Merilee Booker is an Emeritus Pediatric Physical Therapist who retired in 2021 from full-time clinical care. She leaves an indelible mark on the profession having mentored countless therapists. As a leader in the field, Merilee Booker served as a State Representative for the Section on Pediatrics with the American Physical Therapy Association. During her tenure, she offered clients a level of specialization found at few clinics in Arkansas. As a Nationally Board Certified Pediatric Specialist in Physical Therapy, Merilee embraced opportunities to serve children with complex needs.

Merilee served as the past Director of Research and Continuing Education at Children's Therapy TEAM. She used her vast clinical knowledge and experience to develop TEAM’s mentor program for novice therapists. She gained energy from opportunities to guide protégés and discuss the latest clinical findings. When TEAM therapists gathered for what they refer to as their “Journal Club,” Merilee often served as an active contributor.