John Margetis

John Margetis is an Associate Professor of Clinical Occupational Therapy at the USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy. He specializes in neurologic and critical care rehabilitation, with expertise in vascular/acquired brain injury, stroke, neuroimaging, and neurocognitive dysfunction. His clinical roles include direct patient care at Keck Hospital and mentoring doctoral residents and fieldwork students. He authored a seminal position paper defining occupational therapy's role in acute care and lectures on congenital amputations. His research focuses on translational neuroscience and stroke recovery mechanisms, collaborating with global initiatives like ENIGMA Stroke Recovery Working Group.

• Education: Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD), OTR/L licensed practitioner

Research interests emphasize neuroimaging biomarkers, sensorimotor recovery pathways, and perioperative brain health. Over 15 recent publications address stroke rehabilitation, critical care interventions, and neurocognitive outcomes. Active in interprofessional education and clinical practice guideline development.

Professional contributions include guest editorials advocating for occupational therapy's role in critical care and pandemic-related functional rehabilitation guidance. Collaborates with institutions like Children’s Hospital Los Angeles on complex case management strategies.