Tomeico Faison

Tomeico Faison is an Assistant Professor in Orthopaedic Surgery at Duke University, with affiliations in Occupational Therapy. She has served Duke since 2022, following prior roles as an Instructor (2020-2022), and maintains active leadership in diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

• Education: Sc.M. from University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (2001)

Her research focuses on antiracist practices in occupational therapy, health equity, and social entrepreneurship for underserved populations. She received a 2021 Seed Grant from Duke Office for Faculty Advancement to build an anti-racist knowledge community in Duke's Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program.

Recent publications highlight her advocacy for systemic change in healthcare education, including a 2022 American Journal of Occupational Therapy article on antiracist pedagogy. She coordinates Duke's OTD Innovation & Everyday Leadership courses and co-develops low vision rehabilitation programs.

• Scientific Awards:
  • AOTA Fellows Award (2025)
  • Jeanette Bair Writer’s Award (2024)
  • Award for Excellence in Advancement of OT (2022)
  • NOVA Award (2004)
  • Marlys Mitchell Pioneer Award (2001)

As CEO of Therapeutic Solutions of NC, LLC, she leads social entrepreneurship initiatives. She also founded the Therapy Entrepreneurs and Leaders of Color podcast and coordinates Duke's We've Been in Your Shoes Mentorship Program.