Media experts in occupational therapy

AOTA's media experts represent various occupational therapy specialties and geographic locations, and regularly promote the profession to public audiences.


One of AOTA's strategic priorities is to provide the general public with a more comprehensive understanding of the occupational therapy profession. Through strategic media relations outreach and campaigns, AOTA promotes and react to issues in the mainstream media.

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Are you a journalist in need an expert in occupational therapy to round out an article or serve as a radio or TV guest? Looking for someone to break down a complex medical issue for your audience? Check out our list of official media experts below.

Occupational therapy is the only profession that helps people across the lifespan do the things they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of everyday activities (occupations). Working on a story about a topic not listed? We have a large pool of Association members and AOTA staff who can help enhance your story.

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Media experts by practice area

While occupational therapy is a very broad field, many occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants have unique areas of focus and are experts in their field. See a list of practitioners who specialize in a variety of topics.