Mari Tada

Mari Tada is an Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy at the Department of Occupational Therapy, Graduate College of Health Sciences, Hawai'i Pacific University (HPU). She also serves as the Director of Fieldwork Education and is involved with the Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program. Her academic and clinical work focuses on professional development, fieldwork training, and clinical practice in diverse healthcare settings.

Education:

• OTD, Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions
• MOT, University of Puget Sound

Dr. Tada's research and professional interests center on occupational therapy education, particularly fieldwork and clinical training models. Her clinical expertise spans over 20 years in acute care settings, with additional experience in outpatient rehabilitation through her co-ownership of a clinic on Oahu. These experiences inform her pedagogical approach and curriculum development in health sciences education.

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Dr. Tada has contributed to academic and clinical training in occupational therapy, particularly through her leadership in fieldwork education. While no formal grants or student advising records are listed, her dual role as educator and practicing clinician supports mentorship and experiential learning. She is also a co-owner of an outpatient therapy clinic, indicating engagement in professional practice alongside academia.

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