Mark Kovic

Mark Kovic, O.T.D., OTR/L, is a Professor and Associate Program Director in the Occupational Therapy Program at Midwestern University's College of Health Sciences-Downers Grove. He holds a Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate from the University of Illinois at Chicago (2008) and a Master of Science in Humanitarian Action from the University of San Diego (2025). His research focuses on stroke rehabilitation protocols, global healthcare workforce certification, and implementation of the WHO ICF model in international settings.

Dr. Kovic's leadership roles include Chairperson of the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine Stroke SIG, Therapy Missions President, and CGFNS Global Healthcare Worker Certification Team Lead. He has received prestigious awards such as the Thelma Cardwell Research Award and is a Fulbright Specialist. His interdisciplinary work spans postacute stroke care standards, 3D-printed assistive technologies, and Parkinson’s disease therapy practices.

Teaching activities include courses like Professional Development II/III and Data-Based Decision Making. His research emphasizes bridging clinical practice with global health challenges, particularly through technology-driven solutions and policy advocacy.