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.
Pitt Doctor of Occupational Therapy Students Spearhead Interprofessional Service-Learning Trip to Belize
Two Pitt Doctor of Occupational Therapy students took the initiative to start an annual service-learning trip to Belize, a country where there are no occupational therapists.
Pitt Occupational Therapy 2024 Fall Colloquium Honors CScD in OT Graduates
The colloquium brought together professionals, students, alumni, researchers and community members from across the field of occupational therapy to discuss cutting-edge quality improvement projects.
Pitt Doctor of Occupational Therapy Students Awarded Certificate for Specialization in Geriatrics
Three students received a Graduate Certificate in Gerontology for their geriatric-focused coursework and fieldwork placements. The certificate provides an opportunity for students to specialize with this specific population post-graduation.
Doctor of Clinical Science in Occupational Therapy Student Is Driving Change
Melissa Aleksak is the consummate interprofessional dedicated to improving lives. An established occupational therapist (OT) who owned her own business as a driver rehabilitation specialist in Scranton, PA, she moved to Pittsburgh in 2022 to become the director of the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS) Adaptive Driving Program where she works…
Beyond the Home: Collaboration between Pitt Programs Brings Forth a Dementia and Sensory-Friendly Garden Event
In late April, Pitt’s Healthy Home Lab (HHL) held a highly successful garden event that showcased the collaborative efforts of an interprofessional team dedicated to educating the community about gardening and dexterity.
First-Year Doctor of Occupational Therapy Students Share Their Experience
As the past academic year came to an end, we asked first-year Doctor of Occupational Therapy students about their experiences. Learn more about what they had to say about the program!
Reigniting the Spark for Occupational Therapy in the Doctor of Clinical Science Program
Hear from Bethany Beckwith on how her decision to join the Doctor of Clinical Science in Occupational Therapy program reignited her passion for helping people.
Getting to know our current OTD students: Kara Travanti
Learn from Kara about her experiences in fieldwork and clinical settings, and the meaningful connections she made with faculty and colleagues while in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program.