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Oct 18: PT Unicorns–Exploring the Lived Experiences of Black Female Physical Therapy Faculty in the United States

Hear from the experts on the cutting edge of rehabilitation science throughout the 2023-2024 academic year. 

Oct. 18 - Tiffany Adams, PT, DPT, MBA, PhD, Duke DPT
PT Unicorns: Exploring the Lived Experiences of Black Female Physical Therapy Faculty in the United States

Hosted by the Doctor of Physical Therapy and the Occupational Therapy Doctorate programs within the Orthopaedic Surgery Department. 

Meet the Class of 2026: Mylee and Brian

In August, the Duke Occupational Therapy Doctorate program welcomed 45 new students who entered the three-year program. Members of the Class of 2026  bring a wide range of lived experiences contributing to a rich learning environment. They hail from states across the nation and represent a wide range of cultures and backgrounds. Here are just a few: 

Fieldwork Insights: Checking in with OTD Student Sydney Ross

What kind of work are you doing?
At this site, I am engaging in course instruction, via co-instructing two courses, Capstone and APEx. I am also helping to revamp our APEx course to ensure we are meeting the course aim. I am working with Dr. Mikush on a research project focused on completing a mapping review on capstone methods used across disciplines including occupational therapy.  

Meet the Duke OTD Class of 2026

In August, the Duke Occupational Therapy Doctorate program welcomed 45 new students who entered the three-year program. Members of the Class of 2026  bring a wide range of lived experiences contributing to a rich learning environment. They hail from states across the nation and represent a wide range of cultures and backgrounds. Here are just a few: 

Faculty in Focus - MaryBeth Gallagher, PhD, OTR/L, BCMH

 

Dr. MaryBeth Gallagher is an assistant professor in Orthopaedic Surgery and an occupational therapist and occupational scientist with over 25 years of teaching experience. She joined the OTD program after working at UNC Hospitals where she was a clinical specialist in mental health and a mentor on the AOTA Fellowship in Mental Health.

OTD Admissions: We're Hosting! Join Us!

The Duke Occupational Therapy Doctorate Division team is hosting several events to provide prospective students with opportunities to learn more about the program and the admissions process.  

INFO SESSIONS
Duke OTD hosts virtual Information Sessions for prospective students monthly from August to November.

Welcome New Program Coordinator Katie Haynes

What excites you about this role at Duke?

Duke, for me, is a chance to work in my community. I have lived in Durham for five years but for all that time, I have been working in Wake County. When I decided to leave teaching, I knew I still wanted to help students grow and that I wanted to do that in the same place I called home. The OTD program is the perfect space to fulfill both of these values. 

Where did you earn your degree(s)?