Jess Holguin

Jess Holguin is an Associate Professor of Clinical Occupational Therapy at the USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, affiliated with Keck Hospital of USC. His clinical expertise focuses on neurorehabilitation for individuals with traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, stroke, multitrauma, and orthopedic conditions. Dr. Holguin actively mentors faculty, residents, and students while developing programs to enhance participation in meaningful activities for patients with neurological dysfunction.

His research interests include neurological rehabilitation, successful aging, and the interplay between well-being and engagement in purposeful activities. He contributed to the USC Well Elderly 2 randomized controlled trial, analyzing research outcomes related to aging and well-being. Dr. Holguin has lectured at USC and institutions like the Braille Institute on neurorehabilitation, cognition, and visual perception.

Professional contributions include clinical practice at Keck Hospital, leadership in interdisciplinary teams, and advocacy for evidence-based interventions in complex medical cases. His work bridges clinical practice, research, and education to improve patient outcomes.