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Jamie Maffit serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Blindness and Low Vision Studies at Salus University, where she also directs the Orientation & Mobility Program and works clinically as a Low Vision Therapist and Orientation & Mobility Specialist at the William Feinbloom Low Vision Rehabilitation Center.
Her educational background includes an MS in Orientation and Mobility from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, a Public Health Certificate from Temple University, a Low Vision Rehabilitation Certificate from Salus University, and a BA from the University of Montana-Missoula.
Dr. Maffit's research focuses on innovative pedagogical approaches in Orientation and Mobility (O&M) education, particularly student portfolio development and adaptation to remote instruction during crises. Her clinical work emphasizes visual field enhancement strategies, glare management, and lighting transitions for individuals with visual impairments. She actively explores interdisciplinary collaboration between vision professionals and occupational therapists to improve rehabilitation outcomes.
Analysis of her recent publications reveals strong trends in competency-based assessment methods, pandemic-responsive teaching adaptations, and practical clinical strategies for low vision rehabilitation. Her work consistently bridges academic training with real-world clinical applications across educational and healthcare settings.
As a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) and Certified Low Vision Therapist (CLVT), she maintains active membership in the Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (AER). Her leadership in the Orientation & Mobility Program involves comprehensive student mentorship and curriculum development for future rehabilitation professionals.
Dr. Maffit integrates her clinical expertise from the William Feinbloom Low Vision Rehabilitation Center into academic training, ensuring students receive practical experience in low vision assessment and mobility training while addressing complex cases involving aging populations and comorbid health conditions.
