Doctor Of Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy and engineering students teamed up with the community to design and 3D-print assistive devices specific to individuals' needs.

Meet the students from the College of Public Health and Health Professions, a diverse group dedicated to improving health and well-being in communities around the world. These students come from various backgrounds, united by their passion for health and their commitment to making a positive impact. They bring unique…

Genesis Triplett, a doctoral student in the department of occupational therapy, provided life-sustaining CPR to a neighbor in need through the Pulse Point Foundation.

This milestone class also holds the distinction of being the first OTD graduates from a Florida public institution.

This milestone class also holds the distinction of being the first OTD graduates from a Florida public institution.

Christine Myers, Director of the OTD Program, provides a closer look at the program. UF was the first public university in Florida to offer a Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program.

The University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions has received approval from the Florida Board of Governors to offer a Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree beginning in fall 2018. It will be the first such degree program offered by a Florida public institution. The new…

The college has received approval to offer the Doctor of Occupational Therapy, the first such degree program offered by a Florida public institution.