Beyond Graduation: Pitt Occupational Therapy Capstone Projects Create Ongoing Impact
Several recent projects have continued to evolve and grow well past the students’ graduation—shaping clinical practice, community engagement and quality improvement initiatives.
Yanshan Wang Leads Research Award on Artificial Intelligence and Stroke Patient Rehabilitation
The four-year NIH R01 grant will examine using artificial intelligence to enhance rehabilitation therapy care for stroke survivors.
Advancing Occupational Therapy Education Through Clinical Simulation at Pitt
The simulation provides students with realistic, interactive experiences that mirror the complexities of real-world clinical practice within a safe, structured environment.
From Clinic to Tech: How Two Pitt OT Alumni Found Their Path in Rehabilitation Technology
These alumni credit Pitt OT with shaping their outlook on leadership and helping to propel their transition into the technology space.
Pitt OT Faculty and PhD Students Celebrate a Semester of Research Excellence
Pitt Occupational Therapy appeared in numerous peer-reviewed journals, reflecting the department's ongoing commitment to advancing the field.
The Birmingham Free Clinic Interprofessional Education Seed Award: A Year of Success
This Interprofessional Education Seed Award, has continued to power a collaborative and community-focused initiative at Birmingham Free Clinic, bringing together students and faculty across health disciplines to provide free, patient-centered care to Pittsburgh’s community members.
Coffee, Community and Capability: How Occupational Therapy Fuels Brother Andre’s Café
Bridgette (Loiselle) Pepmeyer (MOT ‘12) is the cafe's staff occupational therapist and director of communications, using her Pitt OT skills to improve the lives of staff and build a sense of community.
How Melanie Blassingame Charted Her Own Inspiring Path to a Doctor of Occupational Therapy
Blassingame was recently selected to share her story at a virtual story telling event, “The Turning Point,” during the SHRS Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week.
Finding Home and Purpose: My Journey Through Pitt OT
Amanda Gorsky (OTD '25) reflects on her journey through the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program upon her graduation this year.
The 2025 SHRS Dean’s Staff Excellence Awards
The awards recognize SHRS staff members for their dedication and exemplary contributions that uplift the mission and values of SHRS and the Pitt community.