Aimee Ketchum

Aimee Ketchum is an Assistant Professor and the founding academic fieldwork coordinator for the entry-level occupational therapy doctorate program at Cedar Crest College. With over 20 years of practice in pediatrics, neurological rehabilitation, and diverse clinical settings including geriatric psych, acute-care, and home-care, she holds a doctorate from Thomas Jefferson University (2018). Her work extends beyond clinical practice into education and advocacy through her company Aimee’s Babies, LLC, which produces STEM-focused educational materials for children. She has contributed to media outlets like the Chicago Tribune and collaborated with initiatives like the Clinton Foundation’s Too Small to Fail project.

• Research Focus: Pediatric occupational therapy, burnout prevention, and early childhood development
• Notable Achievements: Word Gap Challenge finalist (2018), author of See Occupational Therapist Run (on avoiding burnout)
• Certifications: Newborn massage instructor, PA Keys educator, certified yoga instructor

Her outreach efforts include developing the Aimee’s Babies Word Gap App and educational resources featured on the Rachael Ray Show. She remains active in advocating for parent education and child advocacy through partnerships with organizations like Zero to Three and Parents as Teachers.