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Dr. Dorothy Kessler is an Associate Professor and Associate Director of the Occupational Therapy Program at Queen's University's School of Rehabilitation Therapy, part of the Faculty of Health Sciences. She holds a PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences from the University of Ottawa, and completed postdoctoral fellowships at Bruyère Research Institute and Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care. Her research focuses on interventions to improve community reintegration for individuals with chronic conditions like stroke, Parkinson’s, and multiple sclerosis, emphasizing patient-centered approaches and empowerment. She leads the iCarePD initiative and the Causeway Stroke Rehabilitation Research Program, funded by the Preston family. Key roles include Scientist in Rehabilitation at Providence Care (2024–2026), and she has been awarded the CIHR Vanier Canada Scholarship.
Education:
- PhD (2015), Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Ottawa
- MSc (2007), Occupational Therapy, Dalhousie University
- BSc (1987), Occupational Therapy, University of Manitoba
Research Interests: Chronic disease management, stroke rehabilitation, occupational performance coaching, patient-centered care models, and adaptive interventions for neurological conditions.
Supervision: Leads graduate supervision in AGHE PhD, RHL DSc, and RHBS MSc/PhD programs. Actively recruits trainees for projects in chronic disease and rehabilitation innovation.
Awards & Recognition:
- CIHR Vanier Canada Scholarship (Doctoral)
- Providence Care Scientist in Rehabilitation (2024)
Collaborations: Partners with Providence Care, Bruyère Research Institute, and Baycrest to translate research into clinical practice, focusing on stroke recovery and Parkinson’s care networks. Her work emphasizes family involvement and telehealth solutions for remote populations.
