Ashli Suiters, Otr/L Email & Phone Number

Level IIB Fieldwork, working primarily with medically complex neurological and cardiopulmonary patients.• Developed patient-centered, occupation-based interventions for individualized needs and goals.• Focused on promoting independence and confidence during the transition back to daily life activities.• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, physical therapists, and speech-language pathologists. • Engaged in formal team conferences and informal communication for aligned treatment goals.• Created comprehensive care plans to meet holistic patient needs.• Provided hands-on caregiver training for effective post-discharge support.• Witnessed the positive impact of collaborative efforts on patient progress and independence.• Primary diagnoses: TBI, n-TBI, SCI, CVA, GBS, MS, organ transplant, COPD, CHF, and post-LVAD placement.

Level IIA Fieldwork, working primarily with a variety of orthopedic (operative and non-operative) patients.• Facilitated comprehensive evaluations to understand patients' level of functioning and current deficits.• Developed individualized intervention plans to promote independence and enhance quality of life.• Conducted evaluations for approximately 250 patients using a client-centered approach.• Collaborated closely with patients and families for discharge planning and goal development.• Administered and interpreted standardized assessments, such as the MMSE-2 and Short Blessed Test.• Synthesized extensive biomechanical, sensory, cognitive, and performance skills into effective EMR documentation.• Primary diagnoses: Shoulder, hip, and knee arthroplasties, hip fracture, rotator cuff repair, OA, RA, various ORIF’s, and spinal procedures

Master Of Science, Occupational Therapy/Therapist

Activities and Societies: • Vice President of Student Occupational Therapy Association (2021-2023) • Adaptive Sports Day - Expo Planning.

Bachelor Of Health Science, Concentration In Exercise Science

Activities and Societies: • Vice-President of Exercise Science Student Association (2020-2021) • Participant in SE-ACSM Student Quiz Bowl.