Annette Vallejo

Annette Vallejo is an Adjunct Lecturer in the Master's of Occupational Therapy program at Colorado Mesa University, where she contributes her clinical expertise and passion for rehabilitation to the education of future occupational therapists. She is based at the St. Mary's Medical Education Center and serves in a teaching capacity within the Department of Occupational Therapy.

Education:

• BA in Psychology, Colorado Mesa University
• MSOT, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Annette specializes in adult rehabilitation with a strong focus on neuro-rehabilitation and stroke recovery. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes evidence-based practice, active learning, and real-world application through case studies, hands-on activities, and collaborative problem solving. These strategies are designed to cultivate critical thinking and clinical readiness among students in occupational therapy.

While no publications are listed, her professional focus suggests engagement with clinical education and therapeutic interventions in neurological and adult rehabilitation contexts.

Scientific Awards:

• No awards listed

Annette Vallejo is actively involved in academic instruction and mentorship within her program, though no formal advisees or grant funding are mentioned. She operates in a part-time instructional role without indication of research leadership or lab affiliations.