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Senior Lecturer and Director of the PP-OTD Online Program Margaret “Peggy” Morris, PP-OTD ‘11, describes Tufts’ new doctoral program and how it prepares students for success.

Chair Jess Harney, DPT, OT, and Lecturer Heather Gilbert, OTD ‘23, define emerging practice areas and discuss how Tufts is preparing its graduates to forge innovative career paths in occupational therapy.

Although Rebecca Simon’s career has taken her to a senior leadership role in higher education, she remains grounded in her training as an occupational therapist.

Occupational Therapy students in the Tufts ELOTD Program collaborate with Physician Assistant students to understand each other’s professional roles and come together as a team to develop intervention ideas for two pediatric cases.

Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, Lecturer, and “Triple Jumbo” Ryan Whitney, PP-OTD ‘19, describes how Tufts’ fieldwork education helps prepare students for success.

Deja Stockdale, OTD ‘24, is raising awareness about invisible disabilities and sees advocacy work as a natural extension of occupational therapy practice.

Isabelle Copponi, OTD ‘24, is grateful for the mentorship and entrepreneurial encouragement she gained through completing her doctoral experience capstone.

Marykate Galluzzo, PP-OTD ‘22, devised adaptive swim lessons that aim to teach water safety to every child.

Senior Lecturer in Occupational Therapy Margaret “Peggy” Morris brings years of experience working with children to the Tufts Occupational Therapy Department.