Hannah Wieger

Hannah Wieger is an Assistant Professor in Occupational Therapy at Nebraska Methodist College since November 2022, serving as Academic Fieldwork Coordinator. Previously, she worked in acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, and lymphedema therapy. She coordinates the Methodist Equipment Loan Program and focuses on medical equipment accessibility, stroke rehabilitation, and fall prevention. Her research emphasizes evidence-based practices in DME utilization and student-led clinical models.

Education:

• Masters of Occupational Therapy from College of Saint Mary
• NBCOT Board Certification
• Certified Lymphedema Therapist

Her research interests include medical equipment loan program development, stroke recovery interventions, and occupational performance outcomes. She has presented at state and national conferences on topics like pandemic resilience, diabetes-stroke connections, and lymphedema management. Active in professional service, she serves as Vice President of Academia for the Nebraska Occupational Therapy Association (NOTA).

Key Contributions:

• Developed a medical equipment loan program framework
• Advanced student-led rehabilitation clinic models
• Published systematic reviews on DME efficacy for fall prevention

Her work integrates clinical practice with academic innovation, emphasizing practical solutions for healthcare challenges.