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Omar Ahmad is a Tenured Professor of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy at Saint Louis University's Doisy College of Health Sciences. He holds dual roles as a clinician and researcher, specializing in neurorehabilitation and neuroscience. His academic career spans over 25 years, with tenures at institutions like the University of Kansas Medical Center and Creighton University. Dr. Ahmad is a certified stereologist and has conducted extensive research funded by organizations such as the Michael J. Fox Foundation and Merck Pharmaceuticals.
Education: Doctor of Occupational Therapy (Creighton University), Ph.D. in Neuroanatomy (Warnborough College), B.S. in Occupational Therapy (Washington University).
Research Interests: Focused on public health, oxidative stress, exercise interventions for neurodegenerative diseases, and corrections officer health. He employs the Model of Neuro Occupation, integrating neuroscience with occupational performance. Notable contributions include studies on Parkinson’s disease mechanisms, GBA1 mutation effects, and burnout in correctional officers.
Awards: Recipient of the Doisy College Excellence in Scholarly Endeavors Award (2015), Alpha Eta Society membership (2014), and the Stata Norton Teaching Excellence Award (2011). Active as a peer reviewer for multiple neuroscience journals.
Grants & Contracts: Over $1.5M in funding from NIH, pharmaceutical companies, and foundations. Key projects include stereological analyses for Parkinson’s models and workplace health initiatives for corrections officers.
Professional Service: Served as Associate Dean for Research (2011–2013), chaired diversity committees, and contributed to curriculum development. Active in international collaborations and pro-bono clinical programs like Katamedo Jujitsu for individuals with disabilities.
