Joshua Kotler

Dr. Joshua M. Kotler is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Occupational Therapy at the USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, University of Southern California. His clinical and academic focus centers on neurological conditions including stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), brain tumors, and spinal cord injuries. He holds certifications as a Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) and Arnadottir OT-ADL Neurobehavioral Evaluation (A-ONE). His research emphasizes functional cognition and attention deficits in stroke/TBI populations.

• Education: OTD (2020, Columbia University), MS Occupational Therapy (2015, NYU), BA Childhood Education & English (2010, CUNY Hunter College)

Dr. Kotler’s work integrates evidence-based interventions such as virtual reality and community-based programs to enhance IADL performance in stroke survivors. His 2023 publication reviewed systematic evidence on occupational therapy methods for adult stroke survivors. He received the Samuel Eshborn Service Award in 2015 for outstanding contributions in clinical education. While no formal grants or lab affiliations are listed, his career spans roles at The Mount Sinai Hospital’s Brain Injury Program and teaching at Columbia University’s Master’s program.