Education
General Background
Dr. Melissa Kimmerling EdD, MOT, OTR/L is the Program Director for the Master of Occupational Therapy Program at NMC. Dr. Kimmerling has clinical experience in acute care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, outpatient, and home health. Dr. Kimmerling serves as the Representative from the State of Nebraska to the American Occupational Therapy Association's Representative Assembly. Dr. Kimmerling has presented her practice research locally, regionally, and nationally and has also been a speaker for community-based organizations. Dr. Kimmerling holds her Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy and her Doctorate in Health Professions Education from the College of Saint Mary. Dr. Kimmerling spent three years in full time academic appointment for College of Saint Mary prior to moving into the consulting role and then Program Director role for NMC. Dr. Kimmerling is also certified in LSVT-BIG Parkinson's Protocol.
Notable Publications/Presentations
2020 5 reasons to join your state association. My OT Spot. http://ww.myotspot.com
2020 Navigating Change: How NOTA is working to protect and promote OT in Nebraska. NOTA Conference, Nebraska Methodist College, Omaha, NE, United States.
2019 Supporting individuals with disabilities during the holidays. Nebraska Methodist College. https://blog.methodistcollege.edu/how-to-support-individuals-with-disabilities-during-the-holidays
2019 4 Strategies for OT management of stroke in acute care. My OT Spot. https://www.myotspot.com/4-stroke-strategies-in-acute-care/
2018 Perspectives on healthcare policy and practice. NOTA Conference, Nebraska Methodist College, Omaha, NE, United States.
2018 Occupational therapy career overview. Nebraska Methodist College Health Career Camp, Omaha, NE, United States.
2018 Maximizing your safety and independence at home. Stroke Support Group, Nebraska Methodist Health System.
2018 Commencement address. Nebraska Methodist College Graduation, Omaha, NE, United States.
Professional Service/Recognition/Charitable Boards
2019-2021 Vice President of Policy and Advocacy for the Nebraska Occupational Therapy Association
2019-2021 Roster of Accreditation Evaluators for the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education
2016 Nebraska Occupational Therapy Association Contributor of the Year Representative from the State of Nebraska to the American Occupational Therapy Association, 2016-2019
To make an appointment with Melissa:
https://calendly.com/melissa-kimmerling