Tavares Queiroz de Almeida

Dr. Tavares Queiroz de Almeida is an Assistant Professor in the Master of Occupational Therapy – North (MOT-N) program at the University of Northern British Columbia, affiliated with the Division of Medical Sciences. He holds a PhD in Health Sciences from the University of Brasília, and BScOT/MScOT degrees from the Federal University of São Carlos. His postdoctoral training was conducted at the University of Western Ontario and St. Joseph’s Hospital’s Hand and Upper Limb Centre in London, ON.

• Educational Background:
• BScOT/MScOT: Federal University of São Carlos
• PhD: University of Brasília
• Postdoctoral: University of Western Ontario/St. Joseph’s Hospital

His research focuses on musculoskeletal and rheumatological conditions of the upper extremities, employing movement analysis and surface electromyography to optimize rehabilitation strategies. Clinical expertise includes musculoskeletal/orthopedic care across Brazil, the U.S., and Canada, with an emphasis on joint protection techniques and enhancing independence for individuals with chronic conditions.

Dr. Almeida is not currently accepting graduate students but is available for media inquiries as a subject matter expert in occupational therapy, hand/upper limb rehabilitation, and related fields.