Bridget Kraus

Bridget Kraus is an Assistant Professor in Occupational Therapy at the University of Missouri, focusing on mitigating the impact of neurological injuries like spinal cord injury on functional abilities and well-being. Her work integrates targeted interventions, rehabilitation technologies, and implementation science methodologies.

• PhD in Occupational Therapy (2024)
• MS in Occupational Therapy (2018)
• BS in Occupational Therapy (2016)

Dr. Kraus’s research emphasizes neurological recovery, health outcomes for acquired neurological conditions, and the role of occupational therapy in supporting individuals navigating grief after disability or loss. She also explores systemic issues in rehabilitation science, including workplace safety and ethical practices.

Her publications span spinal cord injury self-management programs, qualitative analyses of patient experiences, and systemic change recommendations in occupational therapy academia. Key themes include rehabilitation technologies, implementation science, and addressing sexual harassment in healthcare professions.

• 2024 Mizzou Alumni Association Mizzou 18 Award

Dr. Kraus serves on the editorial board of the Occupational Therapy Journal of Research, contributes to the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center as a Spinal Cord Injury Ambassador, and participates in professional organizations like the American Occupational Therapy Association and American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine.