Kevin Wegner

Kevin Wegner is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Co-Director of Fieldwork Education in Widener University’s Institute of Occupational Therapy Education program. He holds specialty certifications in Lymphedema, Stroke Rehabilitation, Brain Injury, and Dementia. His clinical experience spans acute care, rehabilitation, and accreditation, with a focus on enhancing occupational therapy practices in critical care settings.

Education:

• OTD, Occupational Therapy (2013), Rocky Mountain University (UT)
• BSOT, Occupational Therapy (2002), Thomas Jefferson University (PA)

Research Interests: Best practices in acute care rehabilitation, stroke and brain injury populations, and evidence-based occupational therapy interventions. His work addresses challenges like post-acute care declines during the pandemic and occupational therapy roles in emergency departments.

Publications: Focus on pandemic impacts on rehabilitation, certification guidelines, and emergency department protocols. Notable contributions include studies on stroke patient rehabilitation trends and occupational therapy's evolving role in acute settings.

Awards:

• Ehrlich Trauma Multidisciplinary Team Award (2016)

Advising & Grants: Leads fieldwork education initiatives, emphasizing student preparation for leadership in occupational therapy. Active in accreditation and professional development through roles in organizations like the American Occupational Therapy Association.

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Widener’s Institute of Occupational Therapy Education and collaborates with coalitions like the Philadelphia Region Fieldwork and Capstone Consortium.